Eye Emergencies in Waite Park

Eye Emergencies in Waite Park

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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 Insight EyeCare - Waite Park for emergency eye care.

Our Waite Park 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 Waite Park

Our optometry practice in Waite Park

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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • Superior Vision
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 10, 2023
great Dr and great knowledgeable tech which explained what does what. Good experience. I give you bo... th 4 stars or 10 if there were 10 to pick so you only get 5.
- Nov. 09, 2023
Had an eye problem crop up, decided I needed it looked at and was able to get an appt for the next d... ay. Staff was friendly and accommodating. Doctor was able to diagnose my problem and prescribed what was needed for treatment.
- Oct. 18, 2023
Always so kind and responsive.
- Sep. 01, 2023
Love this place! I've had terrible experiences at other place but here everyone was friendly and und... erstanding. they really care about you and your needs along with getting you the right glasses/contacts that you need.
- Aug. 07, 2023
1 of the best eye clinics in area,super helpful,very professional and always a great experience keep... up the great work, 4-5 stars!!!!
- Jul. 23, 2023
Very professional and helpful staff.
- Jun. 27, 2023
My experience with the staff is always very pleasant. Great group of people working there. Always ... helpful and friendly.
- May. 18, 2023
Kind and courteous staff and thorough exams.
- May. 11, 2023
This was my first introduction to Dr. Anna Malkowski which was terrific. Never felt more comfortable... and informed in reference to my testing , results and recommendations for continued eye health. Thank you, Chaz Demm
- Mar. 13, 2023
I highly recommend Dr. Parity and technician Tom! My experience has always been great and I never fe... el rushed. They have worked so hard to find the right contacts that work for me. This is a great office!
- Mar. 09, 2023
Always an excellent experience in eye care. I’ve been with this eye care group for years— each p... rofessional is highly skilled and a great listener of my concerns.
- Feb. 02, 2023
I do not usually leave reviews but the people I mention here deserve recognition. My profession & b... usiness is as a Long Haul Truck Driver & my eye sight is extremely important. The Insight staff I came in contact with were all very friendly, knowledgeable, & helpful. When I arrived I was greeted with a smile & professionalism by Pam. She was extremely helpful with the check in process & making sure I knew what my insurance coverage took care of. She then got me set up with Mark, the eye technician. Mark was extremely helpful, he explained each procedure & helped me understand them. He also helped me by explaining what procedures would be not only helpful with my eye exam that day but also which ones would be good for future appointments as a reference to the direction of my eye health. Dr. Paradis is 100% fantastic, he was straight up with me & did not sugarcoat things. I personally think all doctors should be this way. When doing the part of the exam, lens flips as I call it, where they are asking which is clearer he did not rush me & didn't make me feel like it was a problem to let me see them again before deciding. He did not act like a salesman when it came to his recommendations for glasses, he put it out there straight forward. Then Sarah helped me with choosing glasses & what type of lenses to get, she actually listened when I explained what I do for a living. She was very knowledgeable which was a huge relief for me. She brought me what she thought would suit me & indulged my needing to try a few that did not suit my face at all. She then explained the difference in the lenses & what they would do for my eye sight. She did not rush me in making my decision. When I asked both Sarah & Pam their opinions on if the frames looked good on me or not, I very much appreciated their honesty. I would like to thank all of them for making my appointment at Insight Eye Care a delightful experience.
- Jan. 31, 2023
Dr. Paradis has been great helping with diagnosis and solutions
- Jan. 29, 2023
Great . Fast . Friendly
- Jan. 26, 2023
Dr. Paradis was extremely helpful, knowledgeable, patient and kind. I felt heard and valued. I love ... my new glasses and contacts!
- Jan. 21, 2023
Took the time to help me figure out my contacts
- Jan. 08, 2023
Very nice place, I highly recommend them for all your eye care needs!
- Dec. 20, 2022
Dr. Nelson is so wonderful with kids! He takes the time to listen, explain, and answer questions. He... would not want you to purchase glasses if they were not really needed.
- Dec. 04, 2022
Dr. Nelson is truly the best eye doctor around! I have seen him for 16 years now. I recommend him to... anyone!
- Dec. 02, 2022
Dr. NELSON took an hour to help me figure out what is going on with my eyes. He was very caring, co... ncerned and surprised at the photos I showed him of my eyes. He has figured out what is going on and advised me as to hat to do. He never made me feel rushed or in a hurry. He is SO PATIENT and KIND.

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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 Waite Park 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 Waite Park as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Insight EyeCare - Waite Park in Waite Park without delay!

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