At Eyes4Kids Pediatric Ophthalmology, we understand that eye emergencies can be stressful and unexpected for
families. Our physicians strive to provide prompt evaluation and care for urgent pediatric eye conditions whenever
possible.
Same-Day Emergency Appointments
During regular office hours, we make every effort to evaluate urgent eye problems and emergencies on the same day.
If you believe your child is experiencing an eye emergency, please contact our office immediately so our team can
guide you and coordinate care appropriately.
Examples of Eye Emergencies
Examples of urgent eye concerns may include:
- Eye injuries or trauma
- Sudden eye pain
- Significant redness or swelling
- Sudden decrease in vision
- New onset of crossed eyes or abnormal eye movements
- Foreign body in the eye
- Chemical exposure to the eye
- Severe light sensitivity
- Signs of eye infection
After-Hours & Office Closures
If our office is closed, after business hours, on weekends, or during holidays, and your child is experiencing an urgent
eye problem or medical emergency, please proceed directly to the nearest Emergency Room or call 911 if necessary.
Emergency rooms are equipped to evaluate urgent medical conditions and can coordinate specialty ophthalmology
care if needed.
Important Reminder
If you are unsure whether your child’s symptoms require urgent attention, we encourage you to contact our office
during business hours for guidance.
Eyes4Kids Pediatric Ophthalmology
📞 (305) 662-8390
✉️ [email protected]
Blog content is curated from trusted sources such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO), the American Association for Pediatric Ophthalmology and Strabismus (AAPOS), and other medical references. Content is informational and not a substitute for professional medical advice.