Summary

Dr. Christy Christophersen is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon specializing in foot and ankle surgery. She earned her medical degree from the University of Minnesota Medical School and has been practicing for 11 years. Her dual expertise allows her to address complex conditions affecting the foot and ankle with both surgical and non-surgical approaches.

Dr. Christophersen practices at McFarland Clinic and Mary Greeley Medical Center in Ames, Iowa. She treats patients experiencing foot pain, heel pain, and joint discomfort. Her practice incorporates physical therapy and strength training to help patients recover and maintain mobility. When imaging is needed to diagnose conditions, she utilizes extremity X-rays to provide accurate assessments and develop effective treatment plans.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 11 years of experience
  • 33 insurance plans accepted
  • University Of Minnesota Medical School
  • 2 specialties
  • 13 areas of expertise
  • 2 office locations
  • Female

Office Locations

Dr. Christy Marie Christophersen has 2 locations

Mcfarland Clinic Pc

1215 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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Ames , IAAnkeny , IAAmes , IASpencer , IA
Med School: University Of Minnesota Medical School Med School: Des Moines University College Of Osteopathic Medicine Med School: Dalhousie Univ Fac Of Med Med School: Creighton University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Christy Marie Christophersen

  • Aetna
  • American Republic Insurance Company
  • AmeriGroup
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Golden Rule
  • Health Alliance
  • Healthlink
  • Healthlink - PPO
  • HealthPartners
  • HealthPartners - Medicare
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Medica
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medical Associates Health Plans
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Physicians Mutual
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • Wellmark Blue Cross and Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield - PPO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Christy Marie Christophersen has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Christy Marie Christophersen has the following 13 areas of expertise

  • Arthroscopy
  • Bone Fracture
  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Herniated Disc
  • Joint Pain/Swelling
  • Joint Replacement
  • Knee Surgery
  • Laminectomy
  • Osteoarthritis
  • Scoliosis
  • Sports Medicine
  • Surgery

Certifications, License, & Education

11 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of Minnesota Medical SchoolGraduated in 2015

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Dr. Christy Christophersen's office is located at 1215 Duff Ave, Ames, IA, 50010.
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