Emergency Eye Care: Urgent Help When You Need It
Skip the Waiting Room
If you are experiencing a sudden change in vision or discomfort, you don't need to wait in a hospital emergency room. At SpecSMART Eye Clinic, we prioritize urgent cases with immediate access to Advanced Diagnostic Technology.
What Qualifies as an Eye Emergency?
Contact us immediately if you experience:
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Sudden Vision Loss
Partial or total loss of sight.
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Flashing Lights or Floaters
Potential signs of retinal detachment.
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Severe Eye Pain or Redness
Sharp pain, deep aching, or a severe "bloodshot" appearance.
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Foreign Objects
Dust, metal, or debris in the eye.
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Eye Pain or Trauma
Sharp pain, chemical exposure, or physical impact.
Our Emergency Protocol
We utilize Digital Fundus Photography to quickly assess the interior of the eye and provide immediate triage. If your condition requires surgery, we have direct referral pathways to the region’s top ophthalmic surgeons to ensure you are treated within the "golden hour" of recovery.
Learn more about our comprehensive emergency eye care assessment process and specialist referral system.
Comprehensive Emergency Assessment
Our emergency protocol ensures rapid, thorough evaluation using advanced diagnostic technology to determine the severity and appropriate treatment pathway.
1 Immediate Triage
Rapid assessment of symptoms to determine urgency.
2 3D OCT & Digital Imaging
We use Gold Standard Technology to see beneath the retinal surface and assess damage instantly.
3 Expert Evaluation
Comprehensive examination by our clinical team to diagnose the condition and determine treatment.
4 Treatment Plan
Immediate in-clinic treatment or direct referral to specialist surgeon if required.
Surgical Referral
If surgery is required, we provide direct referral pathways to the region's top ophthalmic surgeons.
Advanced Diagnostic Technology
Our emergency assessment utilizes state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment:
- Digital Fundus Photography: High-resolution retinal imaging for immediate assessment.
- OCT Scanning: 3D cross-sectional imaging of retinal layers.
- Visual Field Analysis: Comprehensive peripheral vision assessment.
Stabilization & Recovery
Replacement Eyewear
Broken your glasses during an accident? Our on-site glazing labs can provide a new pair in 30 minutes.
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Meet Your Emergency Specialists
Our senior optometrists are trained in acute medical eye care:
This page is medically reviewed by Dr Adamma Maryann Aligwekwe O.DIkoyi Clinic
Dr. Losia Asoya, O.D.
Ikoyi ClinicSenior Optometrist
Specialty: Sudden vision loss & complex ocular trauma.
Dr. Deborah Oparaji, O.D.
Ikoyi ClinicSenior Optometrist
Specialty: Foreign body removal & corneal abrasions.
Ikeja Clinic
Dr. Adamma Maryann Aligwekwe, O.D.
Ikeja ClinicHead of Practice & Senior Optometrist
Specialty: Chemical splashes & severe eye infections.
Dr. Itua Enaakhe, O.D.
Ikeja ClinicSenior Optometrist
Specialty: Acute glaucoma & retinal emergencies.
Emergency FAQ
General ERs often lack specialized ophthalmic equipment. SpecSMART Eye Clinic has hospital-grade diagnostics specifically for the eye, allowing for a faster and more accurate diagnosis.
Immediately flush the eye with clean water for at least 15 minutes and call us while you are en route.
Visit a SpecSMART Eye Clinic Specialist Today
Ikoyi Plaza
Junction of Awolowo Road and Keffi Street, Ikoyi.
Ikeja
Ile-Oja Mall, Opebi Link Road, Ikeja.