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Eye Emergencies in Hannibal

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 International Eyecare Center - Hannibal for emergency eye care.

Our Hannibal 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

Mason Garbs
Mason Garbs O.D.
Language: English

Mason Garbs, O.D., obtained his Doctor of Optometry in 2022 from the Southern College of Optometry. He completed his Bachelor of Biology degree at the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2018. Dr. Garbs specializes in comprehensive eye…

Kenneth Mueller
Kenneth Mueller O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • Professional Certification

Dr. Ken Mueller earned his undergraduate degree from Millikin University in Decatur, IL, graduating Magna Cum Laude. After receiving his Doctor of Optometry from Indiana University in 1990, he joined IEC and earned recognition for his…

Patient Reviews

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Ricky S. - May 16, 2026
Very nice people and professional. Great experience
Mark S. - Apr 21, 2026
Getting to the lot was an adventure! GPS is super sus for the region. City/County did NO ONE any ... favors when configuring traffic access to this location from the highway... Once inside, though, the experience improves IMMENSELY! Good, helpful people inside...

Urgent Eye Care in Hannibal

215 Progress Road
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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 7:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday By appointment only
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross
  • Medicare
  • Medicaid
  • MetLife
  • Spectera
  • United Healthcare
  • VSP
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting International Eyecare Center - Hannibal in Hannibal without delay!