Alix Wherley is a physician assistant who helps treat cleft lip, cleft palate, craniosynostosis (skull anomaly), plagiocephaly (flat head syndrome), skull defects, congenital facial anomalies and ear deformities. She offers pre- and postoperative care, surgical counseling, wound care, ear molding and helmeting referral services.

Alix approaches patients and parents with empathy and compassion. She advocates for children and their access to medical care and treatment. She loves building long-term relationships with families and providing continuity of care from birth into adulthood. Her role teaches her and reminds her daily of the importance of patience and establishing trust; her patients teach her about individual uniqueness.

Outside of work, Alix enjoys camping and overlanding, traveling, reading, hiking, viewing experiences through her kids’ eyes, practicing gratitude and enjoying nature.