Eye emergencies can be frightening and require prompt, expert assessment. At Institute of Eye Surgery, urgent eye problems are triaged and managed by consultant eye surgeons, ensuring you receive specialist-led care when it matters most.
For patient safety and clinical accuracy, please note:
To streamline care, you may be booked for diagnostic scans (such as OCT) at your initial visit, reducing the need for repeat appointments.
Emergency eye care is delivered by consultant ophthalmologists, not trainee doctors.
Clinics are available in:
If you are unsure whether your symptoms are urgent, our team will assess and advise appropriately.
Please contact us immediately if you experience any of the following:
Early assessment can be critical in preventing permanent vision loss.
If your concern is not urgent and you require a routine eye appointment, please contact our clinic during normal working hours using the clinic number below.
Eye emergencies require calm, decisive action and specialist care.If you are experiencing concerning eye symptoms, contact our emergency eye care service immediately so we can assess your condition and guide you on the next steps.
IOES Waterford, UPMC Whitfield Hospital,
Co. Waterford, X91 DH9W
IOES Kildare, UPMC Kildare Hospital, Clane,
Co. Kildare, W91 W535
IOES Mullingar, Ballinderry Clinic, Mullingar,
Co. Westmeath, N91 WR82
IOES Athlone, 22 Mardyke Street, Athlone,
Co. Westmeath, N37 KC44
IOES Cork, The Elysian, Co. Cork, T12 KTD1
