Eye Emergencies in Kokomo

Eye Emergencies in Kokomo

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 Preferred Eye Care - Kokomo for emergency eye care.

Our Kokomo 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!


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


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 Kokomo 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 Kokomo as soon as possible.

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- Nov. 14, 2024
Doctor Burkhart is an amazing Doctor as well as friendly helpful staff
- Aug. 17, 2024
Dr Kerby is an excellent doctor and the staff is friendly.
- Jun. 05, 2024
Dr. Kerby and the staff were all great! Front desk was kind and patient and the girl helping me pick... glasses was great as well! I was in and out in just about 1 hour. I think that’s pretty good for the exam, and picking out glasses! I will definitely recommend!
- May. 22, 2024
Very friendly and professional staff! Worked to find glasses and lenses within my budget and answere... d questions concisely and politely. Clean and cozy office as well!
- Mar. 19, 2024
They got me in for an appointment very off quickly, when other eye dr. offices were scheduling out 3... -4 weeks. Having fast onset vision problems they quickly referred me over to eye surgeons. Thank you so much!
- Mar. 14, 2024
Dr. Kerby is such a great doctor! He is so easy to talk to; he listens, and I trust his decisions on... the best treatment for my vision. His knowledge and experience is evident in his patient care. I'm very happy with this team for vision needs. Thank you, Dr. Kerby and staff!
- Mar. 14, 2024
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- Feb. 12, 2024
I was recommended by a family member and was not disappointed! The staff here are all so friendly an... d personable. They have a great knack for treating you like a friend while maintaining the highest level of professionalism. Dr. Burkhart really took the time to explain things in a way that was easy to understand and made sure all concerns were addressed. Also, they had a huge selection of frames to choose from!
- Dec. 29, 2023
Preferred Eyecare is amazing! The doctors are always friendly, efficient and knowledgeable. The offi... ce staff are all so helpful and kind.
- Nov. 09, 2023
Our family loves this office! Unlike other doctors offices, they all greet you with a smile. Dr. Ker... by is amazing with us adults and our daughter who started seeing him at 3 months old!
- Nov. 01, 2023
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- Sep. 06, 2023
From walking in to visit to exit everyone is great and friendly
- Aug. 25, 2023
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- Aug. 21, 2023
Great experience!
- Aug. 13, 2023
Dr Kerby and his staff are always courteous, caring and helpful. Dr Kerby thoroughly examines my ey... es and then explains what he finds. I'd highly recommend Preferred Eye Care!
- Aug. 08, 2023
Great doctor, my daughter has autism and he didn't get upset with her but instead tried to appeal to... her to get her attention for her exam.
- Jul. 27, 2023
I’m always treated kindly and the staff is very helpful and knowledgeable. I’m always happy with... my experience with this office.
- Jul. 14, 2023
Great experience each time we go. Both my kiddos got what they needed. Very knowledgeable staff
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  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
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  • Sunday Closed
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Have an eye emergency?

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