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Medical & Emergency Eye Care

In an emergency, every second counts. Vision Source Oviedo is here to help

Think of us as your primary eye care specialist.  We treat all the most common medical eye conditions and believe me there are a lot of things that can happen to your eyes. If you need emergency eye care or know someone who does, call now for immediate assistance.

Telehealth Service

Besides the convenience of a doctor’s visit without a commute, sometimes it’s essential to provide care remotely to keep everyone safe and healthy.  We offer virtual visits to help you with any medical eye issues.  For your convenience, a lot of common eye conditions can be managed online and most insurances will pay for it the same.

  1. Download the Vision Source UrgenSEE App to your iPhone or Android Device
  2. Select Vision Source Fisher Eye Associates as the clinic.
  3. Create a User Name and Password
  4. Enter  your information
  5. Click Talk to a doctor now.

Is it an emergency?

If you think you have an emergency, it is best to trust your instinct and get immediate help.

Here are some common situations that should be considered urgent:

  • Eye infections
  • Foreign objects in the eye, such as small shards of glass or metal
  • Cuts or punctures of the eye or eyelid
  • Chemical exposure causing pain or vision problems
  • Sudden vision loss or change in your vision
  • Scratches caused by foreign objects
  • Sudden onset of floaters or flashes of light

Can I do basic first aid at home?

In an emergency, there is no substitution for experienced medical care. But here are a few guidelines you can follow in specific emergencies:

  • If you have chemicals in your eyes, flush your eyes with water for 15 minutes and don’t cover the affected eye.
  • If there is a foreign body in the eye, avoid rubbing and try to gently rinse away the debris.
  • If you have sustained a major blow to your eye, use a cold compress to prevent swelling.
  • If your eye or eyelid has been punctured, try to cover the eye. For instance, if you have an elongated object stuck in your eye, use the bottom of a foam cup to stabilize the puncturing object. Do not rinse.

The best way to protect yourself from eye emergencies is to educate yourself about the risks and act accordingly.

Make sure you wear protective goggles in situations where your eyes are at risk. Keep a first aid kit that includes a rigid eye shield, eyewash, and sterile gauze in any area where your eye could be exposed to damage.

We utilize the latest in slit lamp examination with and without fundus lenses, binocular indirect ophthalmoscopy, visual field testing, optical coherence tomography, and electrodiagnostic testing to diagnose issues going on with your eyes.  We treat most conditions medically but if needed we work with an awesome network of specialist to perform any advanced surgeries needed for treatment.

Acting quickly during an emergency eye situation is critical. If you need emergency help, call Vision Source Oviedo for immediate assistance and the option to page the doctor on call.  Use your judgement but for serious eye injuries or issues get to an emergency room as soon as possible.