021 434 1030

R.A.E.C.

R.A.E.C.
R.A.E.C.

We are delighted to announce the launch of our new Rapid Access Eye Clinic (R.A.E.C) At the Cork Eye Clinic.

The R.A.E.C. provides patients with recently occurring medical eye conditions with an ophthalmological assessment within 24-48 hours where possible.

R.A.E.C.
R.A.E.C.
Phone: 021 434 1030 or 
Email: bgolchin@corkeyeclinic.ie

R.A.E.C. appointment hours:
Mon-Fri 09:00-16:00

Please note that we do not offer a Walk-in Clinic  
Appointments must be made by a GP or Optometrist only.

Please advise patients to bring a list of current medications to the appointment along
with their referral letter. 


Eye conditions treated in the R.A.E.C. include:

  • Sudden reduction of vision in one or both eyes
  • Red eyes/lids
  • Painful/irritated/watering eyes
  • Recent onset of flashes and floaters
  • Foreign Body removal 

Eye conditions NOT treated in the R.A.E.C. include:

  • Traumatic eye injury (penetration/blunt/lacerations)
  • Chemical eye injury/burn
  • Complications from recent eye surgery

Benefits Include:

  • State of the art modern clinic and equipment
  • Next Day report to referring optometrist / G.P.
  • Avoid hospital waiting areas
  • Readily available service – No long waiting times to be seen