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Eye Emergencies in Irwin

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 Your Family Eye Doctors - North Huntingdon for emergency eye care.

Our Irwin 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

Melissa Sarsfield
Melissa Sarsfield O.D.

Melissa Sarsfield, O.D., received her Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (now Salus University) in 2005, graduating with Honors Society recognition. She earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology with a focus on…

Chris Cakanac
Chris Cakanac O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Chris Cakanac earned his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. He completed a primary eye care residency from The Eye Institute in Philadelphia, PA. He is a Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry…

Randy Cakanac
Randy Cakanac O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Randy Cakanac received his Doctor of Optometry degree from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. Before joining Your Family Eye Doctors, Inc., he was a Department of eye care member at the Allegheny Health Education and Research…

Ronald Campana
Ronald Campana O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Ron Campana is a western Pennsylvania native and proud alumnus of the University of Pittsburgh, where he studied Microbiology. He received his Doctor of Optometry from the Pennsylvania College of Optometry. His training includes ocular…

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David S. - Jul 7, 2026
Dr. Campana is a great doctor. He explains complicated medical issues in a way that is accessible to... the patient. He also has a relatable bedside manner.
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Easy to make an appointment and the staff is very helpful and friendly. Dr. Randy is terrific! Expla... ins things thoroughly and answers all my questions!

Urgent Eye Care in Irwin

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:30 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 7:30 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:30 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • EyeMed
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • National Vision Administration (NVA)
  • Blue Cross
  • VBA
  • MetLife
  • Aetna
  • UPMC Health Plan
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Your Family Eye Doctors - North Huntingdon in Irwin without delay!