Dr. Katherine E. Johnson M.D.
Ophthalmologist
2555 Phillips Field Road Suite 100 Fairbanks Alaska, 99709About
Dr. Katherine Johnson is an ophthalmologist practicing in Fairbanks, Alaska. Dr. Johnson specializes in eye and vision care. As an ophthalmologist, Dr. Johnson can practice medicine as well as surgery. Opthalmologists can perform surgeries because they have their medical degrees along with at least eight years of additional training. Dr. Johnson can diagnose and treat diseases, perform eye operations and prescribe eye glasses and contacts. Ophthalmologists can also specialize even further in a specific area of eye care.
Education and Training
University of California at San Diego
UNIV OF CA SAN DIEGO SCH OF MED 2003
University of California 2003
Board Certification
American Board of Ophthalmology- Ophthalmology
OphthalmologyAmerican Board of OphthalmologyABO
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Treatments
- Cataracts
- Macular Degeneration
- Glaucoma
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Retinal Detachment
- Retinal Tear
- Astigmatism
- Presbyopia
- Farsightedness
- Nearsightedness
Internships
- LDS Hospital
Professional Society Memberships
- Alaska State Ophthalmological Society
Articles and Publications
- Has been Published
What do you attribute your success to?
- Hard Work and Dedication
Hobbies / Sports
- Family Time and Yoga
Favorite professional publications
- Ophthalmology Journal
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