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Dedicated to helping patients improve their foot health and restore their quality of life, experienced podiatrist Asima Chaudhry, DPM, provides research-driven treatment solutions for patients of all ages. Dr. Chaudhry cares for patients at Parkchester Family Podiatry PC in the Bronx of New York City.

After earning her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, Dr. Chaudhry was accepted into a competitive residency program. She went on to gain extensive training and experience during her podiatric residency at Montefiore Medical Center in the Bronx. 

Dr. Chaudhry spends time examining her patients and talking with them about their diagnosis. She’s able to design integrative treatment plans for sports injuries, plantar fasciitis, diabetic foot issues, tendonitis, foot and ankle fractures, and more. Dr. Chaudhry focuses on conservative care as much as possible, but can also provide foot and ankle surgery if necessary.  

Patients of Dr. Chaudhry commend her calm demeanor and excellent bedside manner. She’s known for building lasting relationships with her patients and their families.

Dr. Ernest Isaacson is a graduate of the Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science.

After completing two years of comprehensive training in various medical specialties including internal medicine, general surgery, orthopedic surgery, vascular surgery, plastic surgery and podiatric medicine, Dr. Isaacson completed a comprehensive one-year podiatric surgical residency. Dr. Isaacson is active in research and publication in basic and clinical science. Dr. Isaacson is also a dedicated family man who enjoys running, reading and spending time with his family.

Diploma:

• BA, Brown University
• DPM, Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science

Certification:

• Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
• Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
• Fellow, American Society of Podiatric Surgeons

Membership:

• American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
• American Podiatric Medical Association
• New York State Podiatric Medical Association
• American Diabetes Association

You can also visit Dr. Isaacson at his Manhattan office, for more info please visit https://www.doctorisaacson.com/

Dr. Aarti Kumar is a New York native and obtained her Bachelor of Science degree from St. John’s University. She then went on to the New York College of Podiatric Medicine to obtain her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine. She completed her surgical residency training at Good Samaritan Hospital Medical Center in West Islip, NY. She served as chief resident during her last year of training.

She is board certified in podiatric medicine and board qualified in foot surgery. Dr. Kumar focuses on patient’s needs and provides comprehensive foot and ankle care. Her training allows her to manage patients both with conservative and surgical treatment options. She has surgical privileges at Northwell Huntington and Plainview hospitals. 

Dr. Kumar greatly believes that our feet are the foundation of our body and our health is crucial for your overall well-being. Good foot health supports proper posture, balance and alignment, which can alleviate stress on your knees, hips, and back. By addressing issues which cause your foot pain, you enhance your mobility and prevent injuries that could impact your daily life. When your feet are healthy, you’re more active, more comfortable and better equipped for daily activities. This what Align Podiatry stands for—when your feet feel great, so does the rest of you!

She speaks conversational Spanish and is fluent in Hindi and Punjabi. 

Niara Wright, DPM, is an attentive and well-informed board-certified podiatrist in New York City. She is the founder and CEO of Wright Podiatry, located in the Woodstock area of the Bronx.

She earned a bachelor’s degree from Howard University in Washington, DC. Dr. Wright then earned a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. She completed her surgical residency at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Yonkers, New York, where she trained in diabetic limb salvage, wound care, pediatric foot care, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.

At Wright Podiatry, Dr. Wright offers comprehensive podiatry care, including orthotics, diabetic foot care, wound care, and X-rays. She also provides treatment for conditions like bunions, sports injuries, and foot tumors.

Dr. Wright is a leading podiatrist in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan, and she is involved in the betterment of the community by organizing medical mission trips, managing mentorship programs, and initiating fundraising events. She is an active member of the American College of Podiatric Medicine and was recently inducted into Who's Who in America.

She is currently accepting new patients. Schedule an appointment at Wright Podiatry by calling the office or booking online today.

Douglas Tumen, DPM, FACFAS, is an experienced foot and ankle surgeon at Hudson Valley Foot Associates, serving patients in Kingston, New Windsor, Wappingers Falls, Hudson, and West Coxsackie, New York. 

 

Dr. Tumen has practiced podiatry for more than 35 years. He is a graduate of the Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in North Chicago, Illinois, now known as the Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine. A diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgeons, Dr. Tumen is board-certified in foot surgery and is also a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. 

Active in his community, Dr. Tumen has served on the Board of Directors of the Kingston YMCA and is a recipient of the “Pride of Ulster County” award from the Ulster County Legislature. He is also an avid fitness enthusiast – having completed nine marathons – and is devoted to living and teaching a healthy lifestyle. He enjoys working with patients of all ages and from young athletes to seniors.

An author in his own right, Dr. Tumen has published numerous articles for national magazines, newspapers, and medical publications. He is the author of the Amazon best-selling book, “Ask the Foot Doctor.”

 

Patient Reviews

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“Dr. Tumen is kind, compassionate and great at what he does. I am blessed to have him for my foot doctor!”
- Zoe Z.

 

“Dr. Tumen is always very professional & very personable. Consider myself extremely fortunate to have him as my podiatrist.”
- Karla R.

 

“I wish all doctors were like Dr. Tumen. He is professional, friendly, very knowledgeable, thinks outside the box, caring and compassionate. He and his staff provide excellent care.”
- Terry A.

 

“Everyone in the office was friendly and helpful and efficient. Dr. Tumen was very kind and thoughtfully answered all my questions.”
- Katrina S.

 

“Dr. Tumen does an excellent job on my feet. The practice is very efficiently run. I never wait around for more than a few minutes.”
- Leslie G.

Dr. Callahan obtained her Bachelors Degree in Athletic Therapy from Canadas acclaimed Concordia University Upon graduation she was recruited by the New York College of Podiatric Medicine Dr Callahan completed her externships at the Veterans Hospitals of Los Angeles and Loma Linda Her first year of residency training included primary podiatric medicine and orthopedics at the Catholic Medical Centers of Brooklyn and Queens Dr Callahan went on to study surgery at the Wyckoff Heights Medical center an affiliate of the Cornell Weil Medical School Dr Callahan is one of a handful of Podiatrists in New York State to be certified by both the American Board of Primary Podiatric Medicine and Orthopedics as well as the American Board of Podiatric Surgery She also holds the titles of Diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery as well as a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons

At NYC Foot & Ankle Center, experienced podiatrists Diana Valencia, DPM, Emmanuel Bustos, DPM, and the team provide high-quality foot and ankle care to people of all ages in the Manhattan Valley neighborhood of the Upper West Side and throughout New York City.

The team at the full-service podiatry practice takes great pride in providing patients with optimal care that relieves pain and improves mobility. The office is conveniently situated, features a welcoming environment, and has state-of-the-art treatments and diagnostic technology.

NYC Foot & Ankle Center combines precision medical care with the comfort of a luxurious spa. Unlike any other podiatry clinic in the area, the team provides access to advanced procedures, including shockwave radial therapy, minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery, and SWIFT wart treatment. 

The practice offers diagnostic imaging on-site to save patients time and money, including ultrasound and digital X-rays. They also accept referrals from area doctors and coordinate care between providers to ensure excellent treatment outcomes.

Individuals and families from all over Manhattan visit NYC Foot & Ankle Center for various foot and ankle problems, including Achilles tendonitis, bunions, gout, hammertoes, Morton’s neuromas, and heel pain. 

Patients can also access specialized treatments, such as diabetic foot care, to reduce the risk of common diabetes complications, like diabetic ulcers and nerve damage.

NYC Foot & Ankle Center is modern and welcoming. The podiatrists and support staff are friendly and have a compassionate bedside manner. Call today to schedule a new patient appointment for yourself or your child, or book your visit online. 

Emmanuel Bustos, DPM, is a podiatric physician and surgeon at NYC Foot & Ankle Center in the Manhattan Valley neighborhood of the Upper West Side. He has provided the highest foot and ankle care to his patients throughout New York City for the past 11 years.

Hailing from Queens, Dr. Bustos received his Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Mass Communication from New York University before graduating from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Here, he earned his doctorate in Podiatric Medicine in 2010. After completing a three-year podiatric surgical residency at the Jamaica Hospital Medical Center in Queens, Dr. Bustos earned a Podiatric Medicine and Surgery certification with a Reconstructive Rear Foot and Ankle qualification in 2013. He is affiliated with the Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn and regularly attends the New York Podiatric Clinical Conference to maintain his podiatric education.

With his diverse clinical experience, Dr. Bustos has treated a wide variety of podiatric issues and specializes in treating ankle issues, minimally-invasive bunion and hammertoe surgical correction, laser procedures for heel spurs and toenail fungus, diabetic foot treatment, foot fracture repair, and pediatric foot conditions.

Being fluent in Spanish and English allows Dr. Bustos to communicate effectively with and treat his community’s diverse patient population. He enjoys giving back to his community and his industry by helping to mentor medical students and surgical residents. Call the New York City office today to request a consultation with Dr. Bustos. 

Diana Valencia, DPM, is a specialized podiatric surgeon at NYC Foot & Ankle Center in the Manhattan Valley neighborhood of the Upper West Side. 

As a young child, Dr. Valencia moved to the United States from the former Soviet Union. Her parents taught her from a young age that respect, caring for others, and hard work would take her far and be appreciated by others. Over the years, this advice has proven true time and again.

Dr. Valencia is a specialized podiatrist focusing on surgical and nonsurgical treatments for people with bunions, tendon dysfunction, flat feet, ingrown nails, and other podiatric conditions. She treats everyone from infants to senior citizens. Her treatment philosophy is always the same: Dr. Valencia prides herself on treating patients as equals and agreeing on treatment plans.

Dr. Valencia gets to know the people who come to her for treatment as part of her family. She regularly calls patients at home to check on them and provides them with the care she wants for family members and herself. Call the New York City office today to request a consultation with Dr. Valencia. 

Dr. Abul Kashem is the president of East Coast Anesthesia, the Anesthesia provider for our practice. Dr. Kashem completed 4 years of residency training in Anesthesia at the prestigious Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY. He has been a practicing anesthesiologist in both hospital and outpatient settings since 2004. He has hospital privileges at Coney Island Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Kashem is licensed to practice medicine in New York, New Jersey, and Connecticut. He is Board Certified in Anesthesiology by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

Patients throughout New York City can get complete podiatry care under one roof from Philip Messenger, DPM, PLLC. An experienced podiatrist, Dr. Messenger offers podiatry treatments for children, adults, and seniors. His practice, West Side Foot Care, is conveniently located in Manhattan on the Upper West Side.  

After Dr. Messenger earned his Bachelor of Science in Physics from American University in Washington, D.C., he then completed his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Messenger is board-certified in podiatric surgery and is also on the staff at Mount Sinai. Currently, Dr. Messenger works with Columbia University as their podiatric consultant for team sports.

At West Side Foot Care, Dr. Messenger uses proven modern strategies to diagnose and treat his patients, only performing surgery when absolutely necessary. Dr. Messenger utilizes a variety of diagnostic tests, including 3D scanners, vascular testing, diagnostic ultrasounds, and X-rays.

While Dr. Messenger offers routine podiatry care for patients of all ages, he also specializes in several complex issues, including gait disorders. Dr. Messenger emphasizes orthotic management of sports-related injuries and ailments of the foot and ankle. Plus, he has extensive training in surgical repair of bone and soft tissue deformities if more conservative measures aren’t providing relief.

Dr. Messenger’s goal is for all his patients to find remedies and relief from discomfort for foot and ankle problems. He strives to help his patients prevent future injuries or ailments that lead to discomfort. Dr. Messenger and his caring team at West Side Foot Care are currently accepting new patients.

Dr. Stephanie Hochman is a skilled podiatrist with over 20 years of experience providing personalized care for patients of all ages. She focuses on tailoring treatments to each patient lifestyle and needs, ensuring the best outcomes for foot and ankle health. Dr. Hochman earned her Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences from Cornell University and her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine from Temple University. She completed her residency at the University of Pennsylvania-Presbyterian Medical Center, serving as Chief Resident, with additional surgical training at Englewood Hospital. Her clinical interests include sports medicine, diabetic foot care, wound care, and maintaining patient independence. She also provides second opinions for surgical care.