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Eye Emergencies in Southside

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 A1A Family EyeCare for emergency eye care.

Our Southside 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

Austin Taylor
Austin Taylor O.D.
Language: English

Austin L. Taylor, O.D., earned his Doctor of Optometry from Midwestern University Arizona College of Optometry in Glendale, Arizona, in 2023. Before that, he obtained his Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from the University of…

William Gebhard
William Gebhard O.D.

William Gebhard, O.D., received his Doctor of Optometry from Nova Southeastern University College of Optometry, where he was inducted into the Beta Sigma Kappa Honor Society. He also earned his Bachelor of Science in Vision Science from…

Sandra Joly
Sandra Joly O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments

Sandra Joly, O.D. received her Doctor of Optometry from the New England College of Optometry in 1993 and earned her Bachelor of Science in Zoology from the University of Rhode Island in 1989. While in high school, Dr. Joly would frequently…

Kaitlin Brown
Kaitlin Brown O.D.
Language: English
  • Accepting New Patients
  • Family Friendly
  • In Person Appointments

Dr. Kaitlin Brown is a proud alumnus of Florida State University. She continued her education at Nova Southeastern University: College of Optometry, where she received an honors Doctor of Optometry degree and a Bachelor of Science in…

Patient Reviews

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amy m. - Jun 12, 2026
A great place for eye exams! Staff is warm, friendly and helpful. Dr Gebhard is knowledgeable and t... horough!
Gabrielle P. - Jun 9, 2026
This is by far the best eye doctor I have been to in Jacksonville. The staff is kind & attentive. Th... e doctors are thorough and intentional with their conversations with you. They acknowledge your concerns and do not brush them off. Instead, they make you feel comfortable by educating on any conditions you might be experiencing. Highly recommend!

Urgent Eye Care in Southside

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
    2:00 pm - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Spectera
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Davis Vision
  • EyeMed
  • Superior Vision
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting A1A Family EyeCare in Southside without delay!