Eye Infections

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About Eye Infections

Common eye infections include stye, blepharitis, and conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye. Some cases are mild and require only conservative management, whereas others require further treatment with antibiotics.

Getting help

What we can do
  • Determine if your condition is most likely caused by a virus, bacteria or allergies and treat accordingly
  • Order investigations if we suspect your eye issues may be caused by an underlying illness
  • Refer you to an ophthalmologist if clinically indicated
We may ask you to
  • Take a picture of your eyes or hop on to video chat
  • Take your temperature
What we cannot do
  • Assess any sudden vision loss or traumatic injury to your eye

What is Akira?

Akira is a mobile app that gives you instant access to a team of Canadian medical professionals experienced in digital healthcare.

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Get help with many common issues without leaving home or work

  • Cold & Flu
  • UTIs
  • Sexual Health
  • Family Planning
  • Mental Health
  • Skin Issues
  • Acid Reflux
  • Travel Medicine
  • Prescriptions
  • Sinus
  • Eye Conditions
  • Stomach Flu
  • Cold & Flu
  • UTIs
  • Sexual Health
  • Family Planning
  • Mental Health
  • Skin Issues
  • Acid Reflex
  • Travel Medicine
  • Medication Renewals
  • Sinus
  • Eye Issues
  • Stomach Flu

Meet your care team

We've got you covered with a growing team of over 20 healthcare professionals

Pamela is a family physician based in Toronto. She completed her residency training at the University of Toronto and has a special interest in acute ambulatory care and women's health.

Pamela is available for consultation in Korean.

Dr. Pamela An

Nhon is a Nurse Practitioner who completed her studies at the University of Ottawa. She has an interest in primary health care as well as women's health, specifically obstetrics.

Nhon is available for consultation in Vietnamese.

Nhon Bogue, NP
Katrina McCarrel, RPN

Kathryn is a Nurse Practitioner who completed her M.Sc and NP training at McMaster University. Her knowledge base is well rounded in primary health care but has a special interest in well women and infant care.

Kathryn Sharman, NP
Jennifer Skuce, RPN

April is a Nurse Practitioner who did her studies at the University of British Columbia. She has an interest in primary health care, specifically women's health. She also enjoys providing care to remote and rural communities.

April Stewart, NP

Heather is a Nurse Practitioner and alumnus of the University of Waterloo (BSc), University of Toronto (BScN) and University of Alberta (MN). She is interested in preventative medicine, women's health and mental health.

Heather Wesselo, NP
Chris Yu, RN