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Emergency Eye Care & Red Eye Treatment in Orange County

Immediate treatment for eye infections, red eyes, foreign bodies, and sudden vision changes. Same-day appointments available.

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Understanding Emergency Care

Eye emergencies require prompt professional attention to prevent vision loss and allow for rapid healing. At EyeCare Center of Orange County, we prioritize urgent cases including red eyes, painful infections, sudden vision loss, and foreign bodies. Dr. Alexander Bonakdar provides expert diagnosis and treatment when you need it most, often saving you a long wait at the ER.

Benefits of Emergency Care Treatment

  • Same-day urgent appointments
  • expert diagnosis of red eyes
  • foreign body removal
  • treatment for eye infections
  • avoid ER wait times

The Emergency Care Process

1

Triage

Immediate assessment of your symptoms to determine urgency.

5 min
2

Examination

Thorough evaluation of the injury or infection using specialized equipment.

15-30 min
3

Treatment

Immediate treatment such as foreign body removal, prescription drops, or other intervention.

Varies

Is Emergency Care Right for You?

Good Candidates

  • ✓Sudden eye pain or redness
  • ✓Sudden vision loss
  • ✓Flashes of light or floaters
  • ✓Foreign object in eye
  • ✓Eye trauma or injury

Common Questions About Emergency Care

Sudden vision loss, eye pain, chemicals in the eye, foreign objects, severe redness, and flashes/floaters are all emergencies that require immediate attention.
Yes, we provide medical treatment for styes (hordeolum) and chalazions to reduce pain and inflammation and speed up healing.
For most eye issues, an eye doctor is better equipped to diagnose and treat you than an ER, and the wait is usually much shorter.

Schedule Your Consultation

Get expert emergency care care from Dr. Alexander Bonakdar

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Cost & Insurance

Typical Cost Range

$150 - $350

Insurance Coverage

Medical insurance typically covers emergency eye visits.

*Costs vary based on individual needs. Contact us for a personalized quote.

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Last reviewed: December 12, 2025

Medical content is reviewed regularly to ensure accuracy and reflect current best practices.

Schedule your emergency eye care & red eye treatment consultation

Conveniently located in Orange County

Same-Day Appointments

Often available

Convenient Location

Santa Ana, CA

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Most insurance plans accepted • Flexible financing available

Medical Disclaimer

The information provided on this page is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

Always seek the advice of your eye care professional or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Individual results may vary. The information on this site does not establish a doctor-patient relationship.