
Serving Anchorage since 1976 with thorough eye exams and personal help with glasses and contacts. Dr. Jacquelyn Lamigo, Dr. Christie Stemmle, and our expert care team take the time to get your vision right.
Comprehensive eye exams for adults and children in Anchorage. We check vision, eye health, and screen for glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic eye disease, and more.
Frames in stock, an in-house lab, and free adjustments. Our ABO-certified opticians help you find the right fit for your prescription and style.

Daily, biweekly, monthly, and specialty contact lenses. We fit all lens types including toric, multifocal, and scleral lenses and guide you on proper wear and care.
From dry eye and glaucoma to cataracts and macular degeneration, we provide expert diagnosis and personalized treatment for eye conditions and diseases.
Wondering if LASIK is right for you? We provide thorough pre-surgical evaluations and co-management with Anchorage's top refractive surgeons.
We make eye exams fun and stress-free for kids ages 5 and older. Early detection of vision problems is critical for learning.

Serving Anchorage families for 50 years. Southside Eyecare is locally owned, rooted in our community, and committed to personalized care, not corporate quotas.
Dr. Jacquelyn Lamigo and Dr. Christie Stemmle bring decades of combined experience and a warm, patient-centered approach to every exam and consultation.
Our on-site lab and ABO-certified opticians mean faster turnaround on eyeglasses, precise custom-crafted lenses, and adjustments done right in our Anchorage office.
Optos retinal imaging, OCT, corneal topography, and Humphrey Visual Field testing to diagnose, plus IPL, iLux, and YAG and SLT lasers to treat, all here in our office.
We are in-network providers for: Medicare, Medicaid, Premera Blue Cross, MODA, TriWest, and VA Community Care. We bill your medical insurance for eye health conditions including glaucoma, diabetes, dry eye, and more.
View Insurance DetailsWe bill VSP directly, and we can bill some out-of-network plans, including United Healthcare and Meritain, for you.
View Insurance DetailsWe offer same-day appointments for eye emergencies, urgent eye care, and walk-ins during office hours. Don’t wait. Your vision is too important.
Monday – Wednesday: 9:00am – 5:30pm Thursday – Friday: 9:00am – 4:00pm Saturday – Sunday: Closed Same-day appointments available for urgent eye care.
9350 Independence Drive Anchorage, Alaska 99507 (907) 561-1167 info@southsideeyecare.com
Get DirectionsTap Request Appointment to choose a time online, or call us at 907-561-1167. Give us your plan information ahead of time and we can check what your insurance covers.
We are in network with Medicare, Medicaid and Denali KidCare, Premera Blue Cross, Federal BCBS, Moda Health, TriWest, and the VA Community Care Network. We bill VSP directly, and we can bill some out-of-network plans, including United Healthcare and Meritain, for you. Call us and we will check your coverage before your visit.
Yes. We offer same-day appointments for eye emergencies, urgent eye problems, and walk-ins during office hours. Please call 907-561-1167 before you come in so we can prepare for your visit.
Yes. We provide eye exams for children ages 5 and older. Early detection of vision problems is important for learning.
Most adults benefit from an eye exam every 1–2 years. If you wear glasses or contacts, or have a condition like diabetes or glaucoma, annual exams are recommended.
Still have questions? Our team can help.