Alexandra Pixton, DPM, had a passion for medicine early in life, further cultivated by her desire to constantly learn, find innovative solutions and care for others. Her first medical job was being a nursing assistant in high school — and gradually gaining experience and exposure since then.
Today, trust Dr. Pixton with her expertise and compassion in foot and ankle at Avera Orthopedics in O’Neill, NE.
“I enjoy podiatry because it’s a multifaceted field that allows variety,” she said. “I get the opportunity to serve a diverse patient population with a wide range of pathology, with cases which require either clinical or surgical care.”
An Expert in Foot and Ankle Care
Dr. Pixton treats all-encompassing podiatry concerns, from ingrown toenails to major trauma cases — they’re all important to her, because they’re important to her patients.
Some of the many injuries and conditions you can see her for include:
- Bone and joint issues – arthritis, bone spurs, bunions, flat feet, hammertoes, high arches, etc.
- Burning, numbness and tingly feet
- Diabetic foot care and limb salvage
- Fractures of the ankle and foot
- Infections and inflammation
- Plantar fasciitis
- Skin and nail conditions
- Sports and overuse injuries
- Sprains and soft tissue injuries
- Wound care
Because she sees such a wide variety of foot concerns, she’s committed to bringing the latest care options to her patients.
“I thoroughly enjoy the nature of medicine,” said Dr. Pixton. “Science offers new opportunities to learn and develop new treatment modalities and techniques — allowing us to bring the best, most personalized care to patients.”
