Accidents Happen, Let Us Help
Eye injuries or trauma to the eye area can be stressful and frightening. Your eyesight is precious and anything that might put it at risk needs to be dealt with immediately.
When an accident occurs, if you or a family member are a SkyVision patient, call our office right away. We can assess your situation and recommend next steps, whether that be coming to see an optometrist, or an ophthalmologist, or going directly to an emergency room.
If our office is closed our answering service will alert the eye doctor on call and they will help you assess the problem and determine how best to make it better.
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Types of Eye Emergencies
Common emergencies eye we can treat include:
- Corneal abrasions (scratches)
- Foreign objects stuck in the eye
- Chemical splashes or burns
- Infections like conjunctivitis (pink eye)
- Flashes, floaters, or retinal detachment
- A severe change in vision
Symptoms That Might Mean an Eye Emergency
While most eye emergencies involve noticeable symptoms or trauma, other eye emergencies are not as obvious. Any sudden changes to your vision should be considered an eye care emergency.
Sudden onset of any of the following symptoms may also indicate an emergency:
- Burning or stinging
- Pupils that differ in size
- Bulging eyes
- Severe eye pain
- Double vision
- Redness or severe itching
- Bruising or bleeding
- Sudden headache
- Discharge from the eye
- Eyes not moving together
Call our office immediately if you experience any of these issues.
Eye Emergency Do’s & Don’ts
Eye emergencies can happen anytime, anyplace. Whether at work, home, sporting events, or the playground, it's important to know how to handle them. Having the knowledge to take necessary first-aid steps and promptly seek medical care can make a huge impact.
In case of an eye emergency, follow these emergency do’s and don’ts.
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- Flush your eye with cold water in the event of chemical contact.
- Clean your hands before touching your eye.
- Lightly cover the eye without applying pressure.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
Don’ts
- Don’t use tools anywhere near the eye area.
- Avoid rubbing the eye or applyling pressure of any kind.
- Don’t try to remove any large foreign objects.
- Don’t apply any medications, drops, or ointments without first checking with an eye doctor.
Our Location
SkyVision Centers is conveniently located just off I-90 in Westlake, Ohio, at the Crocker Bassett exit or from I-480 by taking the Sterns Rd. exit and going north.
Our Address
- 2237 Crocker Road, Suite 100
- Westlake, OH 44145
Contact Information
- Phone: 440-892-3931
- Fax: 440-892-3416
Hours of Operation
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Our Eyewear Brands
At SkyVision Centers, we’re here to help you find eyewear as unique as you are. Our frame collection ranges from trendy to timeless, with options for every style and budget. When it comes to lenses, we focus on customization. Our team works closely with you to find the precise combination of clarity, comfort, and style.
Whether you’re looking for everyday wear, specialized lenses for work or hobbies, or enhanced vision correction technology, we’ll guide you every step of the way. Because at SkyVision Centers, vision is about seeing life your way.
Our Blogs
When to Resume Exercise After an Eye Surgery or Injury
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Get Up-Close and Personal with Dr. Darrell White After Cataract Surgery
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FAQ: Cataracts
Eye Health and DiseasesThink you may be at risk for developing cataracts? Here is an overview of the most frequently asked questions about cataracts, including potential cataract treatment and congenital cataracts. Give our office a call and schedule an appointment to have your questions answered! What are cataracts? Cataracts are a clouding of the eye’s natural lens and […]
When to Resume Exercise After an Eye Surgery or Injury
Written By: Daniel Porter Reviewed By: J Kevin McKinney MD, G Atma Vemulakonda, MD Mar. 16, 2021 How will eye surgery or an eye condition will impact your fitness routine? That’s a great question! I know you want to stay active, some exercise may do more harm than good. Here are general guidelines that may help you—but […]
Get Up-Close and Personal with Dr. Darrell White After Cataract Surgery
Dr. White had an awesome experience in cataract surgery last week with the newly acquired Ngenuity® 3D Visualization System by Alcon at The Surgery Center in Middleburg Heights, Ohio! Watch this video. […]
FAQ: Cataracts
Think you may be at risk for developing cataracts? Here is an overview of the most frequently asked questions about cataracts, including potential cataract treatment and congenital cataracts. Give our office a call and schedule an appointment to have your questions answered! What are cataracts? Cataracts are a clouding of the eye’s natural lens and […]
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SkyVision Centers
- 2237 Crocker Road, Suite 100
- Westlake, OH 44145
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P: 440-892-3931
F: 440-892-3416