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Dr. Najjar has over 8 years of experience treating foot and ankle pathologies.

Education and training

* New York College of Podiatric Medicine, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
* Mount Sinai hospital, Surgical Residency

Languages spoken

* English

* Tamil

About The Practice

Vantage Medical Associates, P.C. is a multispecialty group practice that partners with every patient to provide comprehensive, lifelong internal medicine care. The practice has locations in the Bergen Beach, Coney Island, Williamsburg, and Sheepshead Bay neighborhoods in Brooklyn, the Far Rockaway neighborhood in Queens, and Brentwood, West Hempstead, and Babylon, New York, and is made up of a team of highly skilled physicians and clinical staff dedicated to offering the highest quality services to all patients.

The practice improves your overall health and quality of life by combining the latest advances in evidence-based medicine with compassionate, patient-centered care and cutting-edge information technology. Vantage Medical Associates PC offers complete care for women’s health, gastroenterology, podiatry, and chronic disease management for conditions like hypertension (high blood pressure).

Those with persistent conditions like lower back pain and fibromyalgia benefit from pain management services and physical therapy.

Convenient in-office imaging and diagnostic testing, as well as services for neurology, cardiology, and urology, are also available. Telehealth and home visits provide patients who have trouble getting to the office with a trouble-free way to see their provider.

Get all the care you need at one practice. Call Vantage Medical Associates, P.C. today to learn more or use the online tool to request information.

Dr. Caroline Tiglio is a skilled and knowledgeable podiatrist who earned her doctoral degree from Temple University. She currently practices with DOCTORS UNITED, INC at different locations across Ardsley, Yonkers and White Plains, NY. She believes in making cost effective and quality healthcare accessible to everyone in the community. Dr. Tiglio tends to patients struggling with a variety of concerns including diabetic foot, foot injuries, wound care, nail abnormality and toenail problems, among other foot related consultations. She strives to make patients feel comfortable in her presence. Dr. Tiglio spends time with her patients to explain their condition and give every suitable option available to them before moving on to surgery. She strives to aid the process of well-being and development of patients in an efficient and effective manner. Her passion for helping others is evident in her high quality patient care.

• In practice over 20 years
• Graduated from Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pa.  
• Two years of Graduate study in Physiology at St John’s University in New York. 
• Research for the Veterans Administration with multiple scientific publications in endocrinlogy
• Graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine -Magna Cum Laude
• Completed a Podiatric Surgical Residency at the NYCPM-Affiliated Hospitals
• Served as the Chief Resident in Podiatric Surgery at NY Downtown Hospital and Peninsula Hospital
• Clerkship in Diabetic Foot Care at the New England Deaconess Hospital-Joslin Diabetic Center in Boston
• Publication: Pedal Giant Cell Tumors
• Special interest in the treatment and management of Sports Injuries and biomechanics of the foot and ankle.   
• Basketball Coach and Trainer for over 20 years
• Coaches High School Basketball in Brooklyn
• Photographer

Dr. Latoya Haskin, born and raised in New York, earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology at St. John's University in 2003. In 2007 she attained a Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She served as a first year Podiatric Medicine and Surgery resident(PMS-36) at Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center,and completed her last two years of residency at Beth Israel Medical Center,where she honed her leadership skills as Chief Resident in her third year. In 2010, Dr Haskin was accepted in to a wound care fellowship at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. During the fellowship, she received certification in hyperbaric medicine. One of the highlights of her fellowship was presenting an abstract case report entitled, "The efficacy of Ultrasonic Debridement on a Chronic Foot Ulcer" at the world renowned Diabetic Global Foot Conference in Hollywood, California. Since completing the fellowship, Dr Haskin has worked in various capacities, including Hyperbaric Attending at Maimonides Medical Center.

Kenneth Meisler, DPM, is a podiatrist bringing more than four decades of experience in foot and ankle care to Kenneth Meisler, DPM, PLLC & Associates. The highly regarded physician serves people of all ages living in and around the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City.

Dr. Meisler began his career pursuits at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, earning his medical degree. Before entering private practice, Dr. Meisler completed a podiatry residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.

Around the same time, Dr. Meisler and his wife Laurie developed an interest in running marathons. That inspired him to join The Preventive and Sports Medicine Center, founded by Norbert Sander, MD, a sports medicine specialist.Together, Dr. Meisler and Dr. Sander treated thousands of athletes, addressing common foot problems like plantar fasciitis, bone spurs, and fractures. 

Dr. Meisler then launched his own practice, which he built through word of mouth and stellar reviews. It’s now one of the largest and most respected podiatry practices in New York City, treating a wide range of podiatric concerns.

When he isn’t meeting with patients or developing treatments, Dr. Meisler serves in several other capacities. He’s co-chief, division of podiatry at New York Downtown Hospital, and he holds staff privileges there as well as at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center and Mount Sinai Medical Center (all in New York City).

Outside of work, Dr. Meisler enjoys running marathons, playing tennis, and golfing. He’s also an avid horseback rider who loves the great outdoors. Dr. Meisler welcomes anyone experiencing foot or ankle problems to his self-titled practice today.

Alan J. Rosen, DPM, from the Upper East Side of New York City, received his undergraduate degree in psychology from the State University of New York at Buffalo, before moving on to Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. There, he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree, as well as a bachelor’s degree in biology. Dr. Rosen served his residency at the FDR Veterans Administration Medical Center at Montrose West Point Academy in New York.

A specialist in aesthetic podiatry, heel pain, podiatric sports medicine, podiatric surgery, and nail fungus treatment, Dr. Rosen was the official podiatrist of the New York City Marathon from 1992-1996. Board certified through the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, Dr. Rosen is also a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine. He has affiliations with a number of medical facilities including Mount Sinai - Beth Israel Hospital, Brookdale Hospital, Fifth Avenue Surgical Center, Gramercy Surgical Center, and AllCity Family Health Surgical Center.

Dr. Caroline Tiglio is a skilled and knowledgeable podiatrist who earned her doctoral degree from Temple University. She currently practices with DOCTORS UNITED, INC at different locations across Ardsley, Yonkers and White Plains, NY. She believes in making cost effective and quality healthcare accessible to everyone in the community. Dr. Tiglio tends to patients struggling with a variety of concerns including diabetic foot, foot injuries, wound care, nail abnormality and toenail problems, among other foot related consultations. She strives to make patients feel comfortable in her presence. Dr. Tiglio spends time with her patients to explain their condition and give every suitable option available to them before moving on to surgery. She strives to aid the process of well-being and development of patients in an efficient and effective manner. Her passion for helping others is evident in her high quality patient care.

Dr. Shazia Amar is not just a foot doctor, NYC podiatrist Dr. Amar is a people person whose primary goal is to help patients get better. Upon meeting Dr. Amar, you are struck by her delightful personality. Well liked by patients and colleagues, she is a great listener. Her down to earth, warm and friendly attitude combined with a compassionate concern for her patient’s welfare quickly puts them at ease. Dr. Shazia Amar’s patients feel heard, safe and comfortable and are likely to discuss all kinds of things with her, not just their foot problems.

Despite her busy schedule, Dr. Shazia Amar makes each individual feel as if they are her only patient, even though they clearly are not. She’s a hard worker, but always makes herself available and prides herself in returning phone calls as soon as possible. A dedicated foot doctor, NYC ‘s Dr. Amar is very hands on, has an excellent bedside manner, and is known for taking special care of surgical patients to make sure that they are comfortable both before and after surgery.

Dr. Amar began her medical career doing research for a pathologist. A biochemistry and chemistry major in college, she considered becoming a pediatrician before she discovered podiatry and decided to become a foot doctor. NYC seemed the logical place to study and start her practice.

Shazia Amar was motivated to become a foot doctor in NYC when her grandmother visited became ill and was taken to the hospital. Her grandmother didn’t speak any English, and was understandably anxious about being sick so far from home. Dr. Amar was struck by the physician’s warmth and compassion, and his ability to quickly alleviate her grandmother’s concerns, despite the fact that they didn’t speak the same language.

Dr. Shazia Amar believes that being a doctor is not just about medical expertise because compassion and understanding are an integral part of the healing process.

When not taking care of patients, Dr. Amar enjoys cooking, traveling, jogging and working out at the gym. An avid movie buff, she loves action flicks and thrillers. She is looking forward to returning to her cardio-boxing class as time permits.

If foot pain is interfering with your ability to enjoy life, contact Dr. Amar to schedule an appointment in one of her Brooklyn offices.

Dr. Teddy Efkarpides received his BA degree from Queens College in 1983 and his medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 1987.

He has been serving the community for over 30 years, is board certified in foot surgery, and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.