Mallory C. Blankenberger, PA-C

Mallory Blankenberger, PA-C, is a physician assistant specializing in hand and upper extremity care with IU Health. She operates on the core values of integrity, transparent and effective patient communication, and clinical excellence. Mallory strives to provide accessible, timely, and appropriate care to all patients. She holds a Master of Physician Assistant Studies from Butler University and is certified by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA). She is also nearing completion of her Doctorate of Medical Sciences from Butler University.

Mallory has a strong background in emergency medicine, which provides her with extensive experience in managing complex and acute conditions efficiently. She currently works across the clinic, emergency room, and inpatient settings, managing hand and upper extremity injuries and disease. A key part of this practice involves ensuring comprehensive care based on best practices from both plastic and orthopedic surgery. She collaborates closely with a reliable and highly skilled surgical team for optimal patient outcomes.

Mallory's clinical interests include common problems of the hand and upper extremity, such as

• Carpal tunnel syndrome
• Cubital tunnel syndrome
• Trigger finger
• De Quervain's tenosynovitis

Traumatic injuries such as

• Fractures (wrist, hand, finger)
• Ligament tears
• Sprains
• Joint dislocations
• Wounds
• Lacerations
• Sports injuries
• General hand and wrist trauma

Chronic conditions such as 

• Arthritis
• Dupuytren's contracture
• Ganglion cysts

Diagnostic tests and treatments include, but are not limited to

• X-rays, CT scans, MRIs
• Splint and cast application
• Therapy referral
• Corticosteroid injections
• Wound care
• Referrals for surgery