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Eye Emergencies in Oak Lawn

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 Advanced Eye Care Professionals for emergency eye care.

Our Oak Lawn 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

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Meet our Eye Doctors

Casey Hogan
Casey Hogan O.D., F.A.A.O., F.S.L.S., Diplomate AAO
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Casey L. Hogan, OD, FAAO, FSLS, Dipl. AAO received her Doctor of Optometry from the Illinois College of Optometry (ICO), after which she went on to complete a primary care residency at ICO, and continued fellowship training at the…

William Opferman
William Opferman O.D.
Languages: English, Spanish
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

William Opferman, O.D. received his Doctor of Optometry from the Illinois School of Optometry in 1997 and earned his Bachelor of Science in Biology and Physics from Western Illinois University. A classmate and long-time friend of Dr.…

Patient Reviews

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Sara A. - Jun 15, 2026
Great care and customer service!
Davine C. - Apr 3, 2026
We were greeted as soon as we walked through the door. The front desk staff was polite and professio... nal, and they clearly explained what paperwork needed to be completed and the reason for it. Courtney took care of us before the doctor came in, and she was also friendly, polite, and professional. She walked me through the process and explained what exams would be done for my son. Since this was his first eye exam, I really appreciated how she kept him engaged and comfortable throughout the visit. The doctor was wonderful as well. He asked my son questions, was very engaging, and made sure he felt at ease. Overall, it was a phenomenal visit from start to finish.

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Outside Advanced Eye Care Professionals
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Hours
  • Monday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Thursday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday By Appointment Only
  • Saturday By Appointment Only
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EyeMed
  • Anthem
  • Metlife
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Advanced Eye Care Professionals in Oak Lawn without delay!