David Chandra, DPM

Meet David Chandra, DPM

Pioneering Limb Salvage and Advanced 3D-Surgical Solutions for Complex Foot and Ankle Care

Dr. David Chandra is a dedicated podiatric physician and surgeon providing expert care at North Central Texas Foot & Ankle in Decatur, Texas. Originally from Farmington Hills, Michigan, Dr. Chandra built his surgical foundation through a high-intensity, surgically oriented residency within the CHRISTUS Health system, where he focused on complex reconstruction and limb salvage. His presence in North Central Texas brings elite-level technical skills and a commitment to preserving mobility for local residents facing everything from athletic injuries to high-risk diabetic complications.

Career at a Glance

• Member of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine 2024 Diplomate Class.
• Completed a comprehensive three-year surgical residency at CHRISTUS Ochsner St. Patrick Hospital in Lake Charles, Louisiana.
• Extensive experience providing specialized sports medicine services for 16 area high schools and McNeese State University.
• Published researcher in the use of custom 3D-printed titanium implants for severe bone loss and limb salvage.

Clinical Role and Leadership

As a specialist at North Central Texas Foot & Ankle, Dr. Chandra leads efforts in advanced wound care and surgical restoration, ensuring patients receive modern interventions for the most challenging lower-extremity pathologies. He emphasizes a holistic approach that balances surgical precision with the management of underlying systemic health. He provides specialized care for conditions such as:

• Diabetic Foot Ulcers and Chronic Wounds
• Charcot Neuroarthropathy (Complex Foot Collapse)
• High-Acuity Ankle and Lisfranc Fractures
• Achilles Tendon Ruptures and Sports Injuries
• Bunions (Hallux Valgus) and Hammertoes
• Pes Planovalgus (Flatfoot Deformity)
• Chronic Osteomyelitis (Bone Infection)

What You Can Expect from Care with Dr. Chandra

Patients can expect a collaborative partnership focused on preserving biological limbs and long-term wellness. Dr. Chandra values the patient’s individual narrative, taking the time to explain complex conditions and working alongside primary care and vascular specialists to optimize healing. You can expect:

• A dedicated "Limb Salvage" mandate to avoid major amputation whenever possible.
• The integration of personalized surgical planning using 3D technology.
• Clear, evidence-based education regarding recovery and injury prevention.
• A compassionate interdisciplinary care model that treats the whole patient, not just the injury.

Advanced Surgical Innovation / Diagnostic Care

Dr. Chandra utilizes cutting-edge surgical tools to improve precision and recovery, including custom 3-dimensional (3D) printed titanium implants for severe bone loss and complex Charcot reconstruction. He also specializes in minimally invasive retrograde Tibiotalocalcaneal (TTC) intramedullary nailing, a technique that provides superior structural stability for ankle fractures in high-risk patients while minimizing soft-tissue trauma.

Research, Clinical Insight, and Thought Leadership

His professional contributions focus on advancing the field of podiatric surgery through clinical research. Dr. Chandra has authored studies on the efficacy of primary ankle arthrodesis for immunocompromised populations, demonstrating that innovative fixation techniques can successfully restore ambulatory status even in patients with significant comorbidities like peripheral vascular disease.

Commitment to Public Health and Health Equity

Dr. Chandra is deeply committed to public health, specifically in reducing health disparities related to diabetic limb loss. His previous work as a home health caregiver and his leadership in community sports medicine programs illustrate a career-long dedication to proactive outreach and patient advocacy.