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Eye Emergencies in Apple Valley

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 Apple Valley Eye Care for emergency eye care.

Our Apple Valley 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

Patrick Wellik
Patrick Wellik O.D.
Language: English
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Pat Wellik was born and raised in the small northern Iowa town of Britt, Iowa. He attended the University of Iowa from 1981-1985, then went to the Ohio State University College of Optometry. Dr. Pat received his doctor of optometry…

Annika Anderson
Annika Anderson O.D.
Language: English
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Anderson grew up in Apple Valley and graduated from Eastview High School. She went on to The University of Kansas graduating with a degree in Human Biology, prior to attending The Ohio State University where she graduated magna cum…

Amanda McMullen
Amanda McMullen O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Amanda McMullen was born and raised in North Dakota. She attended North Dakota State University where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology. She then went on to receive her Doctorate of Optometry degree at Pacific…

Kaitlyn Marshall
Kaitlyn Marshall O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Kaitlyn Marshall grew up in Lakeville and graduated from Apple Valley High School. Growing up, she was a patient at Apple Valley Eyecare and shadowed Dr. Wellik since she had always wanted to be an eye doctor. She then went on to the…

Patient Reviews

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Mark N. - Jul 3, 2026
Dr Annika is a marvelous optometrist. Apple Valley Eye Care is the best! Even though they are “out o... f network” for me, I will continue to go with them for eye care as long as I can!
Dave M. - Jun 16, 2026
Can't recommend Dr. Anderson enough - clear, thorough, and friendly!

Urgent Eye Care in Apple Valley

7789 147th Street West
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Hours
  • Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8AM-6PM Every Wed. 9AM-6PM 3rd of the Month
  • Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
  • Saturday 8AM-12PM 2nd Sat. of the Month
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Spectera
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • UMR
  • Superior Vision
  • Medica
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Apple Valley Eye Care in Apple Valley without delay!