Eye Emergencies in Northeast Side

Eye Emergencies in Northeast Side

Foreign objects or stabbing pains in your eye? Don’t wait!

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Experiencing a stab of pain in your eye?

Sudden changes in vision? Images appearing faded, blurry or foggy?

Got chemicals or another foreign object or substance in your eye?

Come visit EyeTX - Walzem for emergency eye care.

Our Northeast Side optometrists can help you preserve your vision and eye health.

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We understand that accidents happen.

Our optometrists know exactly what to do to help you through your eye care emergency.

Whether it’s a workplace accident, an at-home incident, or some other emergency requiring immediate attention, we’re here to help you preserve your eye health and sight!


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What To Do If You Have an Eye Emergency

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First things first. Don’t panic! Staying calm is the best way to help you think straight and help those around you to remain calm. Often, it’s not necessary to go to an emergency room for eye emergencies. In fact, the vast majority of people who go to the emergency room for eye care could have received treatment from their local optometrist instead.

If you’re unsure whether you’re experiencing an eye emergency, give us a call immediately! Delay may increase the risk of serious complications and may result in vision loss.

Until you see your eye doctor or seek urgent care, avoid the following:

  • Don’t try to remove an embedded object out of your eye
  • If your eye is injured, don't press on it or rub it
  • Dry cotton and sharp instruments such as tweezers should never be used on the eye.

Whether you've had a workplace accident or an at-home incident, our eye doctors are here to help


Urgent Eye Care in Northeast Side

Our optometry practice in Northeast Side

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Nov. 24 Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
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  • Tricare
  • Medicaid
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  • UMR
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Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 20, 2023
Great experience all workers were very friendly, helpful, and courteous. We didn't have to wait long... too be seen. Doctor was very professional and gave great information. My daughter loves her glasses. Thanks everyone will definitely continue too come back.
- Nov. 17, 2023
Dr. Bell is a wonderful eye doctor and has treated me for many years! I would highly recommend him t... o anyone!
- Nov. 04, 2023
We have used this location for over two decades and the professionalism and genuine concern there ca... n not be beat!!
- Nov. 03, 2023
I was very happy with my experience with EyeTX. The staff is very pleasant, helpful, and cheerful. D... r. Green took time to explain to me everything that’s going on with my eyes. He recommended what would help me and made sure to explain what my eyes are going through. I am very happy with EyeTx And we’ll be going back next year
- Oct. 29, 2023
Very friendly staff and doctors are thorough
- Sep. 29, 2023
Great customer service with a cheerful & friendly staff.
- Sep. 26, 2023
Shout out to EyeTX staff members great job well done in customer service with loyalty and leadership...
- Sep. 24, 2023
Dr.Jiang and the supervisor from my follow up visit were amazing. I really appreciate the supervisor... going above and beyond for me and making my visit really great. Thank you 😊 10/10 recommend
- Aug. 31, 2023
Nice people
- Aug. 31, 2023
I had an appointment today with Dr Bell. He is very professional and shows compassion to his patient... s. Additionally, Amy assisted me with my glasses and lenses with her wealth of knowledge she thoroughly explained the best options for me. I will always return to this establishment for my vision needs.
- Aug. 30, 2023
Friendly staff!!
- Aug. 21, 2023
I highly recommend Dr. Bell and his staff. They all seem to genuinely enjoy their work, and they mak... e you feel like a valued patient. They are willing to go above and beyond to help their patients solve tricky eye problems.
- Aug. 19, 2023
The process of getting me started was efficient and quick. Easy forms to fill out. Exams are outstan... ding.
- Jul. 31, 2023
Definitely satisfied with services & agents
- Jul. 22, 2023
Everyone was so friendly. We enjoyed every step of the way..
- Jul. 19, 2023
Great office, Amy went out of her way to help me get paperwork filled out and faxed to my employer. ... She had great customer service, and didn’t act like she hated her job like one of the receptionist. And Dr. Edwards was really informative, and he really loves his job and helping people.. I would definitely recommend to others.
- Jul. 06, 2023
Excellent staff and service. Thanks for the great experience.
- Jun. 23, 2023
Everyone on staff was very friendly. Dr. Bell was extremely nice and dealt with my particular situat... ion with compassion and care.
- Jun. 19, 2023
I've been seeing Dr.Bell at this location since I was in highschool, some 15 + years ago. I'm so gra... teful to have a reliable and kind team of optometrist specialists in this area and I would never go anywhere else.
- Jun. 08, 2023
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Eye Emergencies FAQs

What is considered an eye emergency?

Eye emergencies are anything that may cause permanent damage to your eyes or vision without timely intervention from an eye care professional.

The most common types of eye emergencies include:

  • A blow, poke or other trauma to the eye
  • Sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes
  • Chemical spills in the eye
  • Foreign object embedded in the eye
  • Sudden appearance of light flashes or floaters
  • Contact lens lost in the eye
Does an eye infection require urgent care?

Symptoms of an eye infection typically include itching, burning, redness, crusty and watery eyes. See a Northeast Side eye doctor if your symptoms last over 4 days or if you experience intense pain, redness, blurred vision or light sensitivity.

What should I do if a foreign object enters my eye?

Most of the time, a person can easily remove debris from the eye by repeatedly blinking to get the debris out. If that doesn't work, you can wash your eye with saline (sterile salt water) to flush out any dust and dirt from your eye, or use streaming tap water.

However, to scratch your cornea while attempting to get an object out which can cause further site-threatening complications.

So the best thing you can do in this kind of eye emergency is to get to your eye doctor in Northeast Side as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting EyeTX - Walzem in Northeast Side without delay!

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