BC Doctors of Optometry

What are the most common urgent eye care issues?

Doctors of Optometry provide urgent eye care for issues including:

As trained professionals, optometrists can assess unusual or sudden vision changes and various conditions causing eye pain. When necessary, they also provide referrals to other trained professionals. If you have an eye-related emergency, contact your Doctor of Optometry.

Do you need a referral to see a Doctor of Optometry?

No, you do not need a referral. Optometrists can often see you on the same day.

Are costs associated with visits to an optometrist for urgent care issues?

Health coverage of urgent care services varies by province. Contact your Doctor of Optometry to learn more about how urgent care services are covered under your provincial health insurance plan.

What are the most common urgent eye care issues?

  • pink eye
  • redness
  • allergies
  • eye infections and inflammation
  • foreign objects stuck in the eye

What are some common symptoms of eye infections?

  • redness
  • pain
  • discharge
  • itching
  • blurry Vision
  • light sensitivity
  • swelling

Where do most eye injuries occur?

  • 44% occur at home
  • 16% occur at work
  • 14% at school or other
  • 15% during sports and recreation
  • 11% on the road

Find an eye doctor in British Columbia

Our Find-an-Eye-Doctor tool gives you contact information for Doctors of Optometry in your area.

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