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Eye Emergencies in Squirrel Hill South

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

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 Eyetique - Squirrel Hill for emergency eye care.

Our Squirrel Hill South 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

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

Eye Emergencies FAQs

Meet our Eye Doctors

Marla Crawford
Marla Crawford O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients

Marla Crawford, O.D. received her Doctor of Optometry from Indiana University Bloomington and earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Saint Vincent College. While attending Indiana University Bloomington, Dr. Crawford received the…

Ryan Centar
Ryan Centar O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Ryan Centar completed his undergraduate schooling at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology; he furthered his education by obtaining a Doctorate of Optometry degree from…

Austin Tocco
Austin Tocco O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments

Austin Tocco, O.D., received his Doctor of Optometry from Indiana University’s School of Optometry, graduating with honors in May 2022. He obtained his Bachelor of Science in Biology from West Virginia University. Dr. Tocco…

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Urgent Eye Care in Squirrel Hill South

Our optometry practice in Squirrel Hill South
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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Sunday 11:00 am - 4:00 pm
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • National Vision Administration (NVA)
  • Blue Cross
  • VBA
  • MetLife
  • VSP Individual Vision Plans
  • University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Eyetique - Squirrel Hill in Squirrel Hill South without delay!