Eye Emergencies in Boerne

Eye Emergencies in Boerne

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 Trinity Eye Center for emergency eye care.

Our Boerne 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 Boerne

Our optometry practice in Boerne

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Hours
  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
  • Saturday 8:30 am - 1:30 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Nov. 23 Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
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Patient Reviews
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- Sep. 17, 2023
This office is amazing! I was able to make my appointment online and get in the next day! Before my ... appointment the staff (specifically Amy and Jenna) went above and beyond to help me verify my insurance coverage and were super kind to answer any questions I had. I went in for eye allergies and Dr Kim informed me I actually had ocular rosacea. I would have never known and I was very pleased with his professionalism and his thorough diagnosis. I will definitely return and refer my family and friends!
- Sep. 09, 2023
I highly recommend Trinty Eye Center. Very professional and friendly staff.
- Aug. 15, 2023
This is a great place. Professional, friendly, knowledgeable. Doctor took time with an attentive e... xam and explaining of options. The office carries quality eyewear. Staff is very helpful with selection and proper fitting.
- Aug. 09, 2023
Great Staff and Dr Kim is very thorough and explains everything he is doing and why
- Aug. 08, 2023
I'm very happy with Trinity Eye Center. My glasses and contacts are working really well for me. Dr.... Kim and staff take the time necessary to get the prescription right!
- Aug. 04, 2023
A purely professional experience
- Jul. 19, 2023
Professional and friendly doctor and staff. They tend to run very close to scheduled appointment tim... es and also take the time to answer questions and provide excellent service.
- Jul. 07, 2023
Excellent staff and Dr.
- Jun. 16, 2023
I have moved to Boerne 3 years ago. I went to an eye appointment and I was very surprised coming fr... om The Woodlands Tx. This place is very professional. The doctor is very friendly and very informative. The staff, was overly friendly. I am a big fan.
- Jun. 14, 2023
Easy to get an appointment, professional friendly doctor and staff.
- May. 30, 2023
Professional, knowledgeable and great customer service
- May. 12, 2023
Great staff, efficient diagnosis, and overall experience! Thank you, Dr. Kim and Team.
- May. 03, 2023
Very friendly staff. They are so helpful and accommodating. Myn4 year old had his first eye appointm... ent and Dr. Kim and staff were patient and caring with him.
- Apr. 15, 2023
Professional staff, great selection, knowledgeable, helpful. Beautiful facility.
- Mar. 11, 2023
Very efficient and professional. Excellent service all around.
- Mar. 11, 2023
Great customer service and everyone lessoned to my needs and budget and found the best fit for me! ... Will definitely be back!
- Feb. 22, 2023
Dr. Kim is very friendly and knows his stuff. His staff was personable and very helpful.
- Feb. 22, 2023
Dr. Kim is a wealth of knowledge and extremely thorough. He is trustworthy and kind. The level of ca... re he provides, the office staff, and entire experience are top notch.
- Feb. 15, 2023
Wonderful-Wonderful-Wonderful! I cannot say enough about this place I went I called yesterday and go... t in yesterday. Everyone here is soooooo nice and polite. The doctor was fast and great. We will for sure be back. Thank you Trinity Eye Center well done.
- Feb. 05, 2023
Staff is friendly and helpful. There is no wait time once you arrive for your appointment. Dr. Kim i... s very knowledgeable and takes his time to explain his diagnosis. He provides you with several correction options but does not pressure you. Everyone at Boerne Trinity Eye Center is kind and friendly . They treat you like an ol’ friend😊

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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 Boerne 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 Boerne as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Trinity Eye Center in Boerne without delay!

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