Dr. Kelly Nicole Mcknight Purcell, MD

Dr. Kelly Mcknight Purcell specializes in orthopedic surgery with advanced training in hand surgery. She earned her medical degree from Sanford School of Medicine of the University of South Dakota and has been practicing for eight years. Her expertise focuses on treating complex injuries and conditions affecting the hands, wrists, and upper extremities.

Dr. Purcell practices at Avera McKennan Hospital and University Health Center and Avera Specialty Hospital, with locations in Sioux Falls, South Dakota and Grand Forks, North Dakota. She treats patients with hand fractures and finger fractures, helping restore function after traumatic injuries. Her practice also includes caring for individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome, a common condition that causes numbness and tingling in the hands. Treatment approaches may include extremity X-rays for accurate diagnosis and physical therapy to improve strength and mobility.