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  Doctors & Staff

Meet the experienced and friendly doctor and staff who make Up North Eye Care a proud provider of vision care products and services in Alpena and Rogers City.

Stay tuned for new Alpena Staff photos and introduction of new staff. 

Dr. Johnson is originally from the small town of Sheridan, Michigan and comes from a proud line of Ferris Bulldogs. She earned her undergraduate degree at Ferris State University and completed her Doctorate of Optometry at Michigan College of Optometry. Over the past three years, she had the opportunity to care for patients in a variety of communities, gaining valuable experience in diverse clinical settings. She has a special interest in primary eye care and ocular disease and is passionate about helping patients maintain lifelong visual health. She also hopes to help expand the offices services by adding a Vision Therapy Program in the near future.  When she’s not in the office, Dr. Johnson enjoys reading, collecting graphic novels, crafting, and spending time with her fiancé and their dog, Poppy.
Dr. Burns was born and raised in Posen, MI. After high school she attended ACC for two years where she played volleyball and softball. She then transferred to Ferris State University where she finished her Bachelor's Degree of Arts and Science. She moved to Chicago where she studied Optometry at Illinois College of Optometry. She graduated in 2019 with her Doctor of Optometry and moved back home to practice. She was married in 2021 to Branden Burns. She enjoys pretty much any outdoor activity including playing softball, camping, riding side by sides, and ice fishing.

Dr. Burns was born and raised in Posen, MI. After high school she attended ACC for two years where she played volleyball and softball. She then transferred to Ferris State University where she finished her Bachelor’s Degree of Arts and Science. She moved to Chicago where she studied Optometry at Illinois College of Optometry. She graduated in 2019 with her Doctor of Optometry and moved back home to practice. She was married in 2021 to Branden Burns. They welcomed their 1st child in 2024.  She enjoys pretty much any outdoor activity including playing softball, camping, riding side by sides, and ice fishing.

Our Rogers City Staff

Terri – Our lovely Receptionist
Terri is the first smile you see (or voice you hear) when you walk through our doors or call our office. She keeps everything running smoothly, from scheduling your appointments to making sure you feel welcome the moment you arrive.
Nancy – Our Skilled Optician
Nancy is your go-to for everything eyewear. She’s an expert at helping you choose frames that fit your style and your vision needs, and she makes sure your glasses are adjusted for the perfect fit.