Nicole Frederickson, PA-C - UNC Family Medicine at West Raleigh

I chose to become a physician assistant because I wanted to marry my passions for people and science and serve in a career where I could build relationships and help others in a meaningful way every single day. My approach to patient care is to be an active listener, trusted partner, and dedicated advocate. I seek to understand who my patients are, what their needs, goals, and challenges are, and then develop a common sense plan for how we can work together to achieve shared goals. Outside of work, I love spending quality time with family and friends. I also enjoy exercising and traveling.

I've always been interested in medicine and love to help others. My philosophy for care is to take a team approach with the patient taking interest and responsibility in their health. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband, daughter, family and friends. I also enjoy teaching group fitness, running, going to the beach and watching Clemson football.

I chose to become a physician assistant because I love working with people and was very interested in practicing medicine while growing up. Being a family medicine physician assistant allows me to pursue my passion of medicine while also developing meaningful relationships with my patients. My philosophy of care focuses on working as a team with my patients to set and achieve goals related to their overall health and well-being. I encourage my patients to take responsibility for their health and to actively participate in their care. I am also an adjunct assistant professor at UNC in Chapel Hill. I enjoy teaching and mentoring our future generations of physician assistants. Outside of work, I enjoy traveling and spending time with my family and friends.