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Eye Emergencies in North Garland

Foreign objects or stabbing pains in your eye? Don’t wait!

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 North Garland Vision for emergency eye care.

Our North Garland 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

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

Meet our Eye Doctors

Cheryl Simmons
Cheryl Simmons O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • In Person Appointments

Cheryl Simmons, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from Northeastern State College of Optometry. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Organismic Biology from Northeastern State University. Dr. Simmons is a therapeutic optometrist with…

Ashley Varakalayil
Ashley Varakalayil O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments

Ashley Varakalayil, O.D. received her Doctor of Optometry from the Southern College of Optometry in 2014 and earned her Bachelor of Science in Health Administration from the University of Illinois at Urbana – Champaign in 2010. Dr.…

Lorraine Suder
Lorraine Suder O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • In Person Appointments

Dr. Suder is originally from Canada. She received her optometry degree from the University of Waterloo. She has been practicing quality optometry in the Garland area for over 25 years. She enjoys all aspects of optometry, especially…

Patient Reviews

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John B. - Jun 23, 2026
Dr. Lorraine Suder has provided an exceptional level of caring and professional expertise in keeping... my eyes and those of my wife at their best possible.
Bill B. - Jun 23, 2026
Dr. Suder is the best. She is very thorough and knowledgeable.

Urgent Eye Care in North Garland

6850 North Shiloh Road
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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting North Garland Vision in North Garland without delay!