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Emergency Eyecare

Emergency Eyecare

When your eyes need urgent attention, Monnow Eyecare is here for you. We are proud to be partnered with NHS Wales.

If you require immediate assistance or have an emergency, please call us directly on 01600 715299.

Monmouth’s Trusted Emergency Eyecare Provider

At Monnow Eyecare, we understand that eye problems can appear suddenly and cause real worry. Whether it's a sudden change in vision, pain, or an injury, you don’t have to wait or wonder what to do next.
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We are proud to be the first place many local people turn to when their eyes need attention. Our patients often share stories of how we caught serious conditions early, reassured worried parents, and prevented small issues from becoming much bigger ones.
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Our team offers expert, immediate support right here in Monmouth. We are fully equipped to help with a wide range of urgent eye concerns, providing the calm, professional care our patients have come to rely on.
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Our emergency appointments are not just about the speed that we can provide them for you, they are about making sure you leave feeling cared for, informed and supported. We never want our patients to feel discouraged, however small they may feel their issue is. At Monnow Eyecare is very concern is treated with time and respect.

In Collaboration with NHS Wales

Monnow Eyecare are proud to continue our partnership with NHS Wales. This means that you can contact us directly for emergency eyecare, there is no need to visit A&E or wait for a GP referral first. We offer free emergency appointments to all Monmouth and UK wide residents, providing quick access to the care you need.
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Our highly qualified optometrists can assess, treat, and in some cases prescribe NHS medication for a variety of eye conditions. We are one of the few practices in the region accredited to provide this enhanced level of care.

Many of our patients have told us how relieved they were to be seen so quickly and how clearly everything was explained. When something
feels wrong, you just want to feel safe and listened to and that is exactly what we strive to do for our patients.

Signs of an Eye Emergency

If you notice any of the following, don’t wait. Please contact us straight away:

Sudden loss of vision, blurred or double vision

Flashes, floaters, or halos around lights

Red, sore or watery eyes

Foreign objects in the eye, such as metal or glass

Eye pain, swelling or unusual discharge

Trauma to the eye or face

Chemical exposure or burns

Sudden onset of a crossed or misaligned eye

A bulging eye or stuck contact lenses

If you are ever unsure, it’s always better to check. A quick call could make all the difference.

What Happens During Your Emergency Appointment?

When you arrive at Monnow Eyecare, you will be welcomed by our friendly team and seen as quickly as possible by one of our experienced optometrists who will:
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Carry out a full examination of your eyes

Explain their findings clearly and patiently

Begin treatment or refer you to the appropriate service if further care is needed

In some cases, issue an NHS prescription for treatment