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Eye Emergencies in Northeast Side

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 EyeTX - Walzem for emergency eye care.

Our Northeast Side 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

Richard Bell
Richard Bell O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Languages: English, Spanish
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Bell was born in Wichita, Kansas. He graduated from Monterey High School in Lubbock and Texas Tech University, receiving a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Upon graduation, Dr. Bell moved to Houston and worked as a…

Edward Elder
Edward Elder O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Edward Carl Elder, O.D., is from San Antonio and is a 1977 graduate of Oliver Wendell Holmes High School. He participated in several sports and was an All-City Defensive Back. He has been inducted into the Oliver Wendell Holmes Hall of…

Hang Jiang
Hang Jiang O.D.
Therapeutic Optometrist
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients

Hang Jiang, O.D. was born in China but raised in Georgia for most of her life. Hang Jiang received her Bachelor of Science Degree in Biology from Georgia State University in May 2011. She received her Doctor of Optometry Degree from the…

Thomas Vielma
Thomas Vielma
Therapeutic Optometrist
Languages: English, Spanish
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments

Thomas Vielma, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the University of Houston in 1998. He completed his undergraduate studies at the University of Texas at Austin, where he earned a Bachelor of Arts in Biology in 1994. Being able to…

Patient Reviews

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Millie L. - Jun 14, 2026
Dr. Bell and staff are amazing !
Chanda M. - Jun 11, 2026
Service was quick and very friendly. They got me in the same day for an emergency , and even called ... me when an earlier appointment was available . Dr Bell was great and I will definitely be back...with my husband too

Urgent Eye Care in Northeast Side

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 2:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • Superior Vision
  • Tricare
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • National Vision Administration (NVA)
  • Avesis
  • UMR
  • Blue Cross
  • VBA
  • AlwaysCare
  • MetLife
  • Heritage Vision Plans
  • WellCare
  • Eyetopia
  • Devoted Health Plans
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting EyeTX - Walzem in Northeast Side without delay!