Welcome to Advanced Ankle and Foot
Our number one goal is to provide our patients with the most advanced comprehensive treatment
for the foot and the ankle affecting both children and adults. Our doctors have a personal commitment to lifelong excellence in podiatric foot and ankle care, with a focus on educating our patients and the public.
We are involved in medical missions to various countries (Thailand, Philippines, Africa, Peru, Ecuador, Mexico), serve as board members of Medical Executive Committees of local hospitals and surgery centers, and are faculty members for medical schools and teaching hospitals.
Our Physicians
We are ankle and foot specialists and are licensed to practice podiatric foot and ankle medicine and surgery in Arizona.
Dr. Aprajita Nakra
DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Vu T. Nguyen
DPM, FACFAS
Dr. Jessica Prebish
DPM
Dr. Bruce W. Krell
DPM, DABPS
Services
As experts in diagnosing and treating ankle and foot conditions, we know how much ankle and foot pain can impact your quality of life. And we also know how minor ankle and foot problems can turn into big ones. We take a multidisciplinary approach to treating all forms of ankle and foot pain — from acute injuries such as sprains to long-term degenerative issues.
We offer a variety of innovative surgical and non-surgical treatments that will be individualized for your specific needs. Below is a list of some of the ankle and foot ailments that we commonly see in our office.
If you have a question regarding a foot and ankle ailment that is on or not on this list, please feel free to contact us and we will gladly answer your questions.
Sports Injuries & Disorders of the Skin & Nails (Ankle & Foot Dermatology)
Total Ankle Replacement &
Elective Ankle and Foot Surgery
Trauma Surgery of the Ankle and Foot & Regenerative Therapy
General Wellness Ankle, Foot, Orthotics & Custom Bracing
Our Locations
2915 Baseline Rd. – Mesa/Gilbert/Chandler/Tempe
7400 Power Rd. – East Mesa/Queen Creek/San Tan Valley/Chandler Heights
803 N Salk Dr. Bldg B – Casa Grande/Maricopa/Sun Lakes/Florence
8035 E. Brown Rd Bldg 4 – East Mesa/Gold Canyon/Apache Junction/Young
Affiliations
- Arizona State Physicians Association
- Arizona Podiatric Medical Association
- The Podiatry Institute
- Textbook of Foot and Ankle Surgery
- BBB Accreditation Standards
Dr. Nakra has been affiliated with the Arizona State Physicians Association since 2000 and currently sits on their Board if Directors. The ASPA is unique among Independent Physician Associations because of its longevity, size, and the number of individuals that may use IPA providers. ASPA was incorporated in Arizona in 1986 as a physician-owned cooperative. It currently has more than 2,400 physician members who have completed a rigorous credentialing process. Dr. Nakra was elected as Arizona APMA president in April 2016.
Dr. Nakra’s commitment to podiatric foot and ankle medicine and surgery is seen by her involvement in all aspects of medicine – as such, she was elected and has served as the President of the Arizona Podiatric Medical Association; she sits on the Medical Executive Committees of various local hospitals and surgery centers and is a faculty member at the surgical residency program at the Maricopa Medical Center and at the internationally renowned “The Podiatry Institute”.
Dr. Nakra is an active member of the Podiatry Institute where she participates in a variety of ongoing education courses and seminars. Dr. Nakra is a frequent facilitator and speaker at Podiatry Institute events across the country for example, the American Academy of Foot and Ankle Osteosynethesis.
Click to go to Podiatry Institute
Click to go to American Academy of Foot and Ankle Osteosynthesis site
Dr. Nakra is an editor of the McGlamry’s Comprehensive Textbook of Foot and Ankle Surgery, considered by many to be the definitive text in its field. It is the ideal reference for the podiatric or orthopedic surgeon, resident, or student preparing for certification exams. From perioperative management to postoperative complications and considerations, this must-have resource prepares you for a full range of podiatric surgeries and procedures ranging from routine trauma of the foot and leg to compound deformities, enabling you to face any challenge with confidence.
Dr. Nakra and Advanced Foot and Ankle of Arizona are a member in good standing of the Better Business Bureau. The BBB has determined that Advanced Ankle and Foot AZ meets BBB accreditation standards, which include a commitment to make a good faith effort to resolve any consumer complaints.
