COVID-19 information
For COVID-19 information related to eye health, see the American Academy of Ophthalmology’s “Coronavirus Guide for Eye Patients.”
Referral Hotline Number
The following numbers are available to referring doctors only for easy, direct communication and appointment making. Patients should be directed toward the general clinic numbers for comments and questions.
- Dane County: (608) 263-7171
- Outside Dane County: (800) 446-0395
- Fax: (608) 265-8060
- UW Health Eye Clinic – Rockford: (815) 399-1141
- UW Health Eye Clinic – Rockford Fax: (815) 397-7816
After Hours and Emergency Referrals
For emergency referral or urgent problems after regular business hours, please consult the UW Hospital and Clinic MedCom numbers listed below:
- Madison area: (608) 263-6796
- Throughout Wisconsin: (800) 472-0111
- Outside Wisconsin: (800) 343-0111
Media, Publications and Resources
The department has referral tablets with listings of all locations and providers, as well as brochures and maps describing our breadth of eye care services. For questions, comments or concerns about eye care services, please contact Bianca Johnson at bljohnson26@wisc.edu.