We are your first resource for eye emergencies and can help you avoid long waits at the hospital.
Emergency Eye Care Gatineau Optometrist 24/7 - Fast Appointments
Need an Emergency Optometrist in Gatineau?
In case of an eye emergency, our team is ready to provide you with a prompt appointment with an emergency optometrist to quickly diagnose and treat your condition.
Your First Resource for Eye Emergencies in the Gatineau Area
Optometrists are your frontline resource for diagnosing, treating, and managing eye emergencies. At Altitude Optometry, we offer fast and efficient 24/7 service. Our experienced emergency optometrists collaborate with ophthalmologists to ensure you receive the highest quality care. Whether it’s a foreign object in the cornea, sudden vision loss, or severe eye pain, our team is ready to accommodate you with a quick appointment to protect your vision and prevent further complications.
How Much Does an Emergency Appointment Cost?
The fees for an emergency appointment with one of our optometrists are as follows:
RAMQ card + $85. The RAMQ card covers a portion of the examination costs.
Individuals without a Quebec health insurance card will be charged additional fees.
Please also note that additional fees may apply if further tests, such as pupil dilation, are required.
Why Choose Altitude Optometry for Your Eye Emergencies?
Our experienced emergency optometrists are available for prompt consultations to minimize any risk of permanent damage to your vision. We offer:
Accurate and immediate diagnoses using state-of-the-art technology.
Quick treatment for severe conditions such as infections, corneal injuries, and other sudden eye problems.
Personalized care tailored to each situation to ensure optimal recovery.
Close collaboration with local ophthalmologists to provide appropriate follow-up and, if necessary, expedited care for cases requiring additional expertise.
When Should You Seek Emergency Care?
It is crucial to seek immediate care if you experience:
Intense and sudden pain in one or both eyes.
Sudden vision loss, even partial.
A foreign object sensation or direct trauma to the eye.
Persistent redness with itching or irritation.
The presence of floaters or flashing lights.
A veil or shadow in your field of vision.
Any other unusual symptom affecting your vision.
Learn More About Commonly Treated Conditions
Visit our Optometry Eye Car section to explore detailed information about conditions frequently managed during emergency eye appointments.
Contact Us Immediately
For any eye emergency in Gatineau, contact our team now for a prompt appointment with an optometrist:
819-485-1085
Outside of business hours, calls will be automatically forwarded to an optometrist in Gatineau.
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Services Offered by Our Optometrists
At Altitude Optometry, each of our professionals is highly trained and dedicated to improving your vision and visual health. With a rich combination of experience, continuing education and access to cutting-edge technologies, our optometrists are equipped to meet your specific needs, whether it be precise diagnoses, personalized treatments or preventative advice .