Dr. Frederickson provides comprehensive primary eye care for precocious toddlers through Elders. Her services include prescribing glasses and contact lenses as well as treating ocular disease and binocular dysfunctions. Dr. Frederickson works with the Dena’ina Wellness Center’s Primary Care department to provide un’ina with the best, most complete health care possible.
Dr. Frederickson is grateful to be able to help people see their world more clearly so they can better enjoy their lives. She enjoys educating patients about their eyes and helping those with serious ocular conditions navigate the walk through treatment and management of their condition.
Dr. Frederickson earned her degree as a Doctor of Optometry from the Southern California College of Optometry. She earned her bachelor’s degree in Zoology from the University of Idaho. A talent for math and science, and a natural inclination to help people, led Dr. Frederickson to a career in health care.
Dr. Frederickson enjoys participating in missions with local and international organizations to provide patients with eye care, glasses and cataract surgery. For Dr. Frederickson, the look on someone’s face when their vision is restored is the greatest reward.
When she’s not helping un’ina, Dr. Frederickson enjoys traveling and experiencing new cultures, people and foods. She is an avid snowboarder, and looks forward to exploring Alaska as she makes it her home.