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Eye Emergencies in Crystal Lake

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 Coventry EyeCare Associates for emergency eye care.

Our Crystal Lake 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

Christine Janikowski
Christine Janikowski O.D.

Dr. Janikowski has been in optometry/ophthalmology for more than 35 years, with over 27 years as a practicing optometrist.   Receiving her Bachelor of Science degree in biology from Loyola University in Chicago, and her doctorate from…

Matthew Bluemlein
Matthew Bluemlein O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly

Dr. Matthew Bluemlein received his Doctor of Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2012, after graduating from Northern Illinois University in 2007 with an undergraduate degree in biology. Dr. Bluemlein specializes in the…

Javier Rodriguez
Javier Rodriguez O.D.
Languages: English, Spanish
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly

Javier Rodriguez, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry in 2017. He earned his Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Pre-Optometry, and a Minor in Spanish at Augustana College, Rock Island, Illinois. Dr.…

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Jill C. - Jun 21, 2026
Very caring and professional doctor and staff, responsive to my unique eye care needs.
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Dr. Rodriguez gave me the best eye exam I've ever had. He is thorough, personable and very exper... ienced. Latest equipment. I cant tell you how good he is..

Urgent Eye Care in Crystal Lake

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Tuesday 11:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 7:30 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
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  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Coventry EyeCare Associates in Crystal Lake without delay!