Eye Emergencies in Katy

Eye Emergencies in Katy

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 Memorial Eye Center - Cinco Ranch for emergency eye care.

Our Katy 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!


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


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 Katy 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 Katy as soon as possible.

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- Sep. 24, 2024
Very nice customer service, very lil wait time, very clean. Overall good experience.
- Aug. 02, 2024
my husband, myself and our daughter have been going to Memorial Eye Center for years now and have re... ferred family and friends because they have exceptional customer service and treat you like family. Dr. Haghighi clearly explains all details with us every time and he makes sure that we have been taken care of afterwards. Mr. Farid( the assistant manager) has always provided us with exceptional customer service and patiently helps us to pick the right frame and provides us with all technical details to choose the right lenses with follow ups if required. We appreciate all of you in Memorial Eye Center.
- Apr. 14, 2024
My son has miopia and my last experience with an optometrist in the Katy area was awful. He was due ... for a new checkup 5 months ago but I have been dreading looking for a new place to go. After a long search, I found Dr. Haghighi online and decided to give him a try. Let me start by saying the service was amazing from start to finish. In the front desk, then the girl who assisted me through the whole process (I don’t know her name, but she’s awesome and deserves the praise), all the way until the lady who assisted me buying whatever I needed. The dr himself was very knowledgeable, made me feel safe in his decisions, was open for questions and just plain friendly. There was no wait either. The location is easy to find, right by La Centerra, with plenty of parking.
- Mar. 28, 2024
Great experience at Memorial. Marie at the front was super helpful, and Dr. Majeed was patient and u... nderstanding. Thanks for the work that y'all do!
- Mar. 23, 2024
Very friendly staff, warm and welcoming. Enjoyed my visit, thorough doctor overall great experience!... !
- Mar. 20, 2024
I enjoyed my eye exam experience here. Everyone was very considerate and patient. When looking for g... lasses I was helped by farid, very nice and helpful.
- Mar. 02, 2024
Great staff, Dr. very professional and Farid was of great assist.
- Feb. 02, 2024
Ive been a Memorial Eye Center Customer for a while now. Both at the Katy & Eldridge Locations. Than... k you so much Dr. Amna Majeed for a thorough eye exam and helpful tips to prevent dryness in my eyes. Really appreciate it 🙂
- Oct. 27, 2023
The front desk and the nurse were nice and polite. Dr. Haghighi was caring. He explained my issues a... nd best-fit treatment options efficiently. Overall I had a very good experience and I recommend this place.
- Jan. 26, 2023
I had a medical issue and they were able to see me right away as a new patient. Everyone I encounter... ed was so kind and caring. They all seemed like they genuinely enjoy their jobs, their coworkers and their patients. Not to mention the doctor was able to get me fixed up right away. He was thorough and made sure to explain at home care in detail. Highly recommend!
- Jan. 14, 2023
Memorial eye center, Cinco Ranch is the best. The staff Dr. Majeed, Dr Haghighi, Farida, Sai, Neha,... and Cristina are wonderful. Professional, accessible, and intergregral. Absolutely 💯
- Aug. 12, 2021
amazing people and very considering
- Oct. 18, 2020
I had nothing but the Best experience with Memoral Eye Care' which was once Today'sVision . Differen... t name but still Outstanding doctors and staff. I've been going to the Cinco Ranch Location for way more than 6 years. Best service and friendly staff all around. carmen cooper
- Mar. 21, 2020
The Doctor and staff are wonderful they really treat as family,. I've been going a long time when it... was Today's Vision.. Dr Mo and operation manager Kimi and the other ladies in office make feelme so special... I will always have my eyes examine and prescriptions filled through this company.. Five ***** all the way.... Carmen Cooper
- Mar. 05, 2020
I just would like to recognize and recommend Dr. Ali, as he’s truly the essence of a personalized ... Doctor who I felt personally cared about my well-being. I’m thankful his office is only about 5-10 minutes from my residence. I do look forward to giving him more future business🧏🏻‍♂️🤝
- Jul. 27, 2019
Great service and super attentive docs. These guys know their stuff and bend over backwards to keep... their new and existing customers happy. Very trustworthy.
- Apr. 17, 2019
Dr. Ali is super ! We recently purchased a house in Katy to be near family - could not have found a ... better eye doctor !
- Mar. 09, 2019
Friendly awesome Staff and Dr best place I have ever been to for glasses and now contacts thxTVCR!
- Mar. 04, 2019
Dr. ALI IS THE MAN, it's been nine years now in Cinco Ranch and you won't find a staff or anyone bet... ter.
- Oct. 17, 2018
Staff and Dr. M always friendly and helpful. I’ve never had to wait long when I arrive. I actually... look forward to seeing them. There smiles are infectious. They are the best.

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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 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Aetna
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Superior Vision
  • Spectera
  • Blue Cross
  • Envolve Benefits Options
  • MetLife

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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Memorial Eye Center - Cinco Ranch in Katy without delay!

(281) 347-3937