Medical School
- MD, Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine (2016)
Graduate School
- MHPE, University of Michigan (2025)
Undergraduate School
- BA, University of Pittsburgh (PA) (2012)
Internship
- Tulane University Program (2017)
Residencies
- Tulane University Program, Internal Medicine - Pediatrics (2020)
- Tulane University/Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program, Chief Resident, Pediatrics (2021)
Fellowships
- University of Colorado, Nephrology (2025)
- University of Colorado (Children's Hospital Colorado) Program, Pediatric Nephrology (2025)
Languages
EnglishDepartment
Medicine-Renal Med Diseases/HypertensionRecognitions
- Chief Nephrology Fellow, University of Colorado (2024)
- WIN Senior Hsiao Leadership Fellow, Women in Nephrology (2023)
- Karen L Campbell Award, American Society of Nephrology (2022)
- WIN Hsiao Leadership Fellow, Women in Nephrology (2022)
Research Interests
In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Dixon conducts research aimed at improving morbidity and mortality outcomes in this population, with the goal of developing strategies that support longer, healthier lives for young adults affected by kidney disease.Publications
- Dixon A, Pruette C, Ranch D, Raina R, Ferris M, Shih WV. Transitioning from pediatric- to adult-focused dialysis care: A systematic review with recommendations. Clin Nephrol. 2025 Jul;104(1):34-45. PubMed PMID: 40260595
- Vissing A, Verghese PS, Dixon A, Ghossein C. Bridging the Gap: Assessing Nephrology Transition Practices in Pediatric and Adult Medical Centers. Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2025 Apr 1;20(4):512-519. PubMed PMID: 39908108
- Taliwal N, Pandya A, Dixon A, Tibrewal A, Kumar RJ, Doshi K, Warady BA, Raina R. Economic burden of inpatient hospitalizations for pediatric chronic kidney disease in the US. Pediatr Nephrol. 2025 Apr;40(4):1059-1068. PubMed PMID: 39508870
- Zhang A, Furgeson S, Shapiro A, Bjornstad P, You Z, Tommerdahl KL, Dixon A, Stenson E, Oh E, Kendrick J. Assessing Cognition in CKD Using the National Institutes of Health Toolbox. Kidney360. 2024 Jun 1;5(6):834-840. PubMed PMID: 38568010
- Dixon A, Blanchette E, Kendrick J. A lack of KDIGO guidelines for adolescents and young adults with IgA nephropathy. Pediatr Nephrol. 2024 Jan;39(1):297-304. PubMed PMID: 37261517
- Dixon A, Bansal N, Nicholas SB, Ostrow A, Kendrick J. A National Survey of Pregnancy and Parenthood among Nephrology Trainees: A Focus on Nephrology Fellowship. Clin J Am Soc Nephrol. 2024 Aug 1;19(8):984-994. PubMed PMID: 38728092
- Dixon A, Shih V. An adolescent with abdominal pain and tremors: Answers. Pediatr Nephrol. 2023 May;38(5):1467-1469. PubMed PMID: 36094671
- Dixon A, Shih V. An adolescent with abdominal pain and tremors: Questions. Pediatr Nephrol. 2023 May;38(5):1465-1466. PubMed PMID: 36094670
- Dixon A, Shea T, Wang GS, DeMasellis G, Blanchette E. A toxic ingestion with an elevated osmolal gap: Answers. Pediatr Nephrol. 2023 Feb;38(2):399-401. PubMed PMID: 35695964
- Shea T, Dixon AM, Wang GS, DeMasellis G, Blanchette E. A toxic ingestion with an elevated osmolal gap: Questions. Pediatr Nephrol. 2023 Feb;38(2):397-398. PubMed PMID: 35695959
- Le TP, Dixon AM, Warrier R, Newell A, Wright A. Pneumonia With Effusion? Guess Again!. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2021 Jan;60(1):79-82. PubMed PMID: 33034206
- Dixon AM, Styres C, Straatmann C. An Infant With Vomiting, Constipation, and Weight Loss. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2020 Jun;59(6):629-632. PubMed PMID: 32202131
- Dixon A, Styres C, Ashoor I, Craver R. Correction to: An adolescent male with acute kidney injury: questions. Pediatr Nephrol. 2020 Sep;35(9):1797. PubMed PMID: 32607772
- Dixon A, Styres C, Ashoor I, Craver R. Correction to: An adolescent male with acute kidney injury: answers. Pediatr Nephrol. 2020 Sep;35(9):1799. PubMed PMID: 32572577
- Hilliard SA, Li Y, Dixon A, El-Dahr SS. Mdm4 controls ureteric bud branching via regulation of p53 activity. Mech Dev. 2020 Sep;163:103616. PubMed PMID: 32464196
- Dixon A, Styres C, Ashoor I, Craver R. An adolescent male with acute kidney injury: Answers. Pediatr Nephrol. 2020 Sep;35(9):1623-1624. PubMed PMID: 32166356
- Dixon A, Styres C, Ashoor I, Craver R. An adolescent male with acute kidney injury: Questions. Pediatr Nephrol. 2020 Sep;35(9):1621-1622. PubMed PMID: 32166355
- Samuel R, Dixon A, Kretschmar P, Fletcher M, Warrier R. Is This Working "Well" for Pediatrics? The Diagnosis and Treatment of Thromboembolic Disease in a Patient With Protein C Deficiency. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2020 Jan;59(1):95-98. PubMed PMID: 31603001
- Villela VA, Dixon AM, Steele R. Health Care Without Borders: A Case Report of an Immigrant Child Who Lost His Voice. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2019 Aug;58(9):1019-1021. PubMed PMID: 31027442
- Lively-Endicott H, Dixon AM, Varghese J. Severe Acute Kidney Injury With Significant Uremia in an Infant Found to Have Inferior Vena Cava, Bilateral Renal Vein, and Bilateral Renal Artery Thromboses. Ochsner J. 2018 Winter;18(4):417-422. PubMed PMID: 30559631
- Coote JD, Dixon AM, O'Brien BE, Steele RW. Headache and Lethargy in a 6-Year-Old. Clin Pediatr (Phila). 2018 Oct;57(11):1356-1358. PubMed PMID: 29719985
- Magreni A, Bann DV, Schubart JR, Goldenberg D. The effects of race and ethnicity on thyroid cancer incidence. JAMA Otolaryngol Head Neck Surg. 2015 Apr;141(4):319-23. PubMed PMID: 25654447
Professional Memberships
- American Society of Nephrology, Member
- National Kidney Foundation, Member
- American Society of Pediatric Nephrology, Member
- Women in Nephrology, Member
Practice Locations
UCHealth Kidney Disease and Hypertension Clinic - Anschutz Medical Campus1635 Aurora Ct
Anschutz Outpatient Pavilion, 7th floor
Aurora, CO 80045
720-848-0749
Hospital Affiliation
- University of Colorado Hospital
Specialty Information
Specialties- Nephrology
- Pediatric Nephrology
Clinical Interests
Dr. Dixon is a dual-trained nephrologist specializing in both pediatric and adult kidney disease, dedicated to guiding adolescents and young adults through the transition from pediatric to adult nephrology care. In addition to caring for patients with childhood-onset conditions, she also see young adults who are newly diagnosed with kidney disease, providing comprehensive and individualized care to help them build a foundation for lifelong renal health.
Care Philosophy
Dr. Dixon recognizes that young adults with kidney disease face unique medical, emotional, and social challenges. Her clinic offers personalized support and resources, including a medical passport designed to help patients understand and manage their kidney disease. She focuses on empowering patients and families to feel confident and informed throughout their healthcare journey.
Dr. Dixon is a dual-trained nephrologist specializing in both pediatric and adult kidney disease, dedicated to guiding adolescents and young adults through the transition from pediatric to adult nephrology care. In addition to caring for patients with childhood-onset conditions, she also see young adults who are newly diagnosed with kidney disease, providing comprehensive and individualized care to help them build a foundation for lifelong renal health.
Care Philosophy
Dr. Dixon recognizes that young adults with kidney disease face unique medical, emotional, and social challenges. Her clinic offers personalized support and resources, including a medical passport designed to help patients understand and manage their kidney disease. She focuses on empowering patients and families to feel confident and informed throughout their healthcare journey.