Ophthalmology

Ophthalmology Consultations Without the Wait

Your vision deserves prompt and professional attention. At Patient First Medical Clinic and Diagnostics Center, we offer walk-in ophthalmology consultations for a range of eye concerns—from blurry vision and eye strain to diabetic eye checks and red eye evaluations.

Our in-clinic ophthalmologists provide assessments, basic vision testing, and referrals for advanced procedures when needed. No appointment required. HMO patients welcome.

What Is Ophthalmology—and When to See an Eye Doctor

Ophthalmology is the branch of medicine dedicated to diagnosing and managing diseases and disorders of the eyes. Unlike optometrists who focus primarily on vision correction, ophthalmologists are medical doctors who can detect and manage eye diseases, perform minor procedures, and coordinate surgical referrals if necessary.

You may need an ophthalmology consultation if you experience:

• Blurry or double vision

• Eye redness, itchiness, or discharge

• Sensitivity to light or glare

• Eye pain or foreign body sensation

• Unexplained tearing or dryness

• History of diabetes or high blood pressure

  
  

Prompt consultation is especially important if symptoms are sudden or worsening.

Common Eye Conditions We Assess and Manage

At Patient First, our ophthalmologist evaluates:

• Refractive issues (e.g., myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism)

• Eye infections (conjunctivitis, styes)

• Dry eye syndrome

• Allergic eye symptoms

• Foreign body in the eye

• Screening for diabetic or hypertensive retinopathy

• Glaucoma screening

  
  

We also help patients understand how systemic conditions—like diabetes or thyroid disorders—can affect their eyes. For conditions that require surgery or long-term treatment, we coordinate referrals with partner specialists or hospitals.