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Dr. Emmanuel Bustos received his medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. His podiatric surgery residency was completed at the Jamaica Hospital Medical Center where he received his Podiatric Medicine and Surgery with Reconstructive Rear foot and Ankle Certification. Dr. Bustos specializes in Podiatric treatments such as bunion surgical correction, pediatric foot problems, toenail fungus, foot fracture repair, sports injuries, diabetic foot issues, procedures for heel spurs and issues with the ankle. Dr. Bustos truly enjoys treating his patients and his patients appreciate him as well. Dr. Bustos is fluent in both English and Spanish.
Dr. Lydia Regis is a dedicated and compassionate podiatrist with a passion for improving the lives of her patients through expert foot and ankle care. Dr. Regis earned her medical degree at Dr. William Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine at Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in Chicago, IL.
She completed her foot and ankle surgery residency at New York Community Hospital, an affiliate of New York Presbyterian Hospital-Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York and served as chief resident during her third year of residency.
Dr. Regis specializes in foot and ankle disorders including arthritis, bunions, hammertoes, heel pain, trauma, wound care, and sports medicine and has advanced surgical training in lower extremity trauma, limb salvage, tendon repair, and deformity correction.
She looks forward to serving patients with the highest standard of foot and ankle care, helping you step confidently toward a healthier, pain-free future.
Bryan Makower, DPM, is board certified in foot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery (ABPS) and has experience in all aspects of podiatric medicine. He holds board certification from the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) in podiatric orthopedics and primary medicine. He is also board certified in wound care by the American Professional Wound Care Association as well as certified in hyperbaric medicine for advanced treatment of difficult wounds and limb salvage.
Dr. Makower brings more than 35 years of experience in podiatry, orthopedic surgery, limb salvage, and ankle reconstruction to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry, located in Fort Greene, Flatbush, East Flatbush, Brownsville, and Bedford Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, New York.
Dr. Makower grew up in various parts of Central Brooklyn, including Crown Heights, Fort Green, and Prospect Lefferts Gardens. After graduating from SUNY Binghamton he began his professional education at Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, Illinois, where he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM). After completing a surgical residency program at one of the Harvard affiliated hospitals in Boston, Massachusetts, Dr. Makower returned home to begin his professional career in Central Brooklyn.
Outside of treating patients at Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry, Dr. Makower has served as the chief of podiatric medicine and surgery at The Brooklyn Hospital Center and The State University of New York Downstate Medical Center’s University Hospital of Brooklyn. There, he developed and ran the podiatric surgical and medical residency programs. Dr. Makower is also a full-time faculty member at Brooklyn One Health System. He currently holds staff privileges at Brooklyn One Health Systems, Beth Israel / Mt Sinai Medical Center, New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist, and The Brooklyn Hospital Center.
When Dr. Makower isn’t spending time with patients, you can find him participating in postgraduate training programs in pediatrics, orthopedics, diabetic foot care, podiatric surgery, and sports medicine at each of his Hospital affiliates.
Dr. Makower also is proud to have had the opportunity to participate in medical missions in Guyana and throughout the Caribbean Islands, bringing his skill and care to men women and children in need.
Dr. Makower believes in working on health-related issues as a team with the primary care physician, patient, family, and associated healthcare professionals. The office emphasizes patient education and communication to tailor treatment plans for each patient on an individual basis. He welcomes anyone seeking high-quality, convenient, compassionate podiatric care, to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry.
Loretta Cacace, DPM, brings nearly half a decade of experience in podiatry and orthopedic surgery to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry, serving patients throughoutFort Greene, Flatbush, East Flatbush, Brownsville, and Bedford Stuyvesant in Brooklyn, New York.
Dr. Cacace began her professional education at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in neuroscience. After graduation, she decided to pursue a graduate degree and enrolled at Hunter College, on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, New York, where she earned her master’s degree in public health.
After studying at Hunter College, Dr. Cacace enrolled at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in Harlem, New York. She excelled in the program and graduated with her Doctor of Podiatry (DPM) four years later.
As a member of the Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry team, Dr. Cacace specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of podiatric problems, including bunions, corns, diabetic foot problems, and foot pain. Dr. Cacace loves spending one-on-one time with her patients and takes care to answer their questions and alleviate their concerns.
Dr. Cacace welcomes any man or woman seeking high-quality podiatric care in the Prospect Heights, Flatbush, East Flatbush, and Brownsville areas of Brooklyn, New York, to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry.
Maurice Betesh, DPM, is a podiatrist and the proud founder of Podiatry Healthcare Associates. Dr. Betesh understands how challenging it is to get around New York City with foot and ankle issues, so he set up three office locations in Brooklyn at Midwood, Clinton Hills, and Marine Park, to make podiatric care accessible to adults and children from his local community.
Dr. Betesh is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and board-qualified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He specializes in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.
Dr. Betesh graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City with honors in 2016. He went on to complete a three-year residency in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and diabetic foot and wound care at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York City.
At Podiatry Healthcare Associates, Dr. Betesh works closely with patients to provide them with the most appropriate treatment options for their condition. His goal is to get his patients on their feet and back to normal as swiftly and safely as possible. He focuses on conservative, non-surgical treatments; however, if surgery is required, he’s a highly skilled surgeon and strives to make the experience as pleasant as he can for his patient.
Podiatry Healthcare Associates welcomes patients for a multitude of reasons. Dr. Betesh provides pain relief for heel pain and ankle sprains, treats infections such as ingrown toenails and nail fungus, offers ongoing support for diabetic foot care, and supplies custom orthotics. He also uses extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), an innovative, non-surgical treatment for tendinitis and plantar fasciitis.
Podiatric health is essential to your overall well-being. Partner with Podiatry Healthcare Associates today to keep yourself on the move and pain-free. Call or book online to schedule your appointment.
Flatlands Foot Care in New York City offers cutting-edge treatments and compassionate care for families in the Flatlands area of Brooklyn. Podiatrist Talia Shwer, DPM, and the team offer convenient scheduling and gentle foot care, so patients can feel their best and get back to their favorite activities pain-free. Dr. Shwer and the team care for many issues such as bunions, diabetic foot issues, gout, hammertoes, heel pain, ingrown toenails, and warts with diligence and skill. Custom orthotics are available for all foot conditions.
At Flatlands Foot Care, the team works to establish friendly and supportive relationships with patients through personalized care. They place the highest priority on connecting with their patients and listening to their concerns and questions regarding their foot health. The team utilizes the best available technology and integrative techniques to deliver comprehensive podiatric care ranging from conservative therapies to surgical treatments. Dr. Shwer and the Flatlands Foot Care team offer in-office surgical procedures, laser treatments, physical therapy, and lifestyle counseling to help patients feel comfortable and regain greater foot and ankle health. In understanding each patient’s lifestyle and health goals, the team helps patients choose the best treatments for their needs so that they can recover and return to their favorite activities as quickly as possible.
The Flatlands Foot Care team is accepting new patients. To schedule a visit, use the online booking tool or call the office now.
Matthew F. Wachtler, DPM, FACFAS, is a skilled podiatrist at Cedar Grove Foot & Ankle Specialists. He provides comprehensive foot and ankle care to patients in Cedar Grove, New Jersey. Dr. Wachtler graduated from Rowan University with a bachelor’s degree in biology. He then went on to receive his medical degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine.
After completing his medical education, Dr. Wachtler was trained in foot and ankle reconstructive surgery at Morristown Medical Center of the Atlantic Health System. During his residency, he was elected chief resident and was extensively trained in both clinical and surgical complex foot and ankle pathologies. He specializes in foot and ankle reconstructive surgery, sports medicine, arthroscopic surgery, wound care, runners’ pathologies, diabetic foot care, and all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery. Dr. Wachtler is board certified in foot surgery and is a diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Dr. Wachtler also serves as the secretary for the Eastern Division of the New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society and is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Wachtler is currently on staff at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey, as well as Overlook Medical Center in Summit, New Jersey. He stays up-to-date on new techniques and procedures and has contributed to the field through multiple lectures, research projects, and publications. Dr. Wachtler is also proud to be voted Best Podiatrist in “Best of Essex 2018, 2019, 2021, & 2022.”
“Friendly staff, did not have to wait. Dr. Wachtler knew immediately what was causing my foot pain. His explanation was very detailed and easy to understand. ”
Bryan Makower, DPM, is board certified in foot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery (ABPS) and has experience in all aspects of podiatric medicine. He holds board certification from the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) in podiatric orthopedics and primary medicine. He is also board certified in wound care by the American Professional Wound Care Association as well as certified in hyperbaric medicine for advanced treatment of difficult wounds and limb salvage.
Dr. Makower brings more than 35 years of experience in podiatry, orthopedic surgery, limb salvage, and ankle reconstruction to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry, located in Fort Greene, Flatbush, East Flatbush, Brownsville, and Bedford Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, New York.
Dr. Makower grew up in various parts of Central Brooklyn, including Crown Heights, Fort Green, and Prospect Lefferts Gardens. After graduating from SUNY Binghamton he began his professional education at Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, Illinois, where he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM). After completing a surgical residency program at one of the Harvard affiliated hospitals in Boston, Massachusetts, Dr. Makower returned home to begin his professional career in Central Brooklyn.
Outside of treating patients at Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry, Dr. Makower has served as the chief of podiatric medicine and surgery at The Brooklyn Hospital Center and The State University of New York Downstate Medical Center’s University Hospital of Brooklyn. There, he developed and ran the podiatric surgical and medical residency programs. Dr. Makower is also a full-time faculty member at Brooklyn One Health System. He currently holds staff privileges at Brooklyn One Health Systems, Beth Israel / Mt Sinai Medical Center, New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist, and The Brooklyn Hospital Center.
When Dr. Makower isn’t spending time with patients, you can find him participating in postgraduate training programs in pediatrics, orthopedics, diabetic foot care, podiatric surgery, and sports medicine at each of his Hospital affiliates.
Dr. Makower also is proud to have had the opportunity to participate in medical missions in Guyana and throughout the Caribbean Islands, bringing his skill and care to men women and children in need.
Dr. Makower believes in working on health-related issues as a team with the primary care physician, patient, family, and associated healthcare professionals. The office emphasizes patient education and communication to tailor treatment plans for each patient on an individual basis. He welcomes anyone seeking high-quality, convenient, compassionate podiatric care, to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry.
Loretta Cacace, DPM, brings nearly half a decade of experience in podiatry and orthopedic surgery to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry, serving patients throughoutFort Greene, Flatbush, East Flatbush, Brownsville, and Bedford Stuyvesant in Brooklyn, New York.
Dr. Cacace began her professional education at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in neuroscience. After graduation, she decided to pursue a graduate degree and enrolled at Hunter College, on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, New York, where she earned her master’s degree in public health.
After studying at Hunter College, Dr. Cacace enrolled at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in Harlem, New York. She excelled in the program and graduated with her Doctor of Podiatry (DPM) four years later.
As a member of the Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry team, Dr. Cacace specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of podiatric problems, including bunions, corns, diabetic foot problems, and foot pain. Dr. Cacace loves spending one-on-one time with her patients and takes care to answer their questions and alleviate their concerns.
Dr. Cacace welcomes any man or woman seeking high-quality podiatric care in the Prospect Heights, Flatbush, East Flatbush, and Brownsville areas of Brooklyn, New York, to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry.
Maurice Betesh, DPM, is a podiatrist and the proud founder of Podiatry Healthcare Associates. Dr. Betesh understands how challenging it is to get around New York City with foot and ankle issues, so he set up three office locations in Brooklyn at Midwood, Clinton Hills, and Marine Park, to make podiatric care accessible to adults and children from his local community.
Dr. Betesh is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and board-qualified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He specializes in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.
Dr. Betesh graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City with honors in 2016. He went on to complete a three-year residency in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and diabetic foot and wound care at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York City.
At Podiatry Healthcare Associates, Dr. Betesh works closely with patients to provide them with the most appropriate treatment options for their condition. His goal is to get his patients on their feet and back to normal as swiftly and safely as possible. He focuses on conservative, non-surgical treatments; however, if surgery is required, he’s a highly skilled surgeon and strives to make the experience as pleasant as he can for his patient.
Podiatry Healthcare Associates welcomes patients for a multitude of reasons. Dr. Betesh provides pain relief for heel pain and ankle sprains, treats infections such as ingrown toenails and nail fungus, offers ongoing support for diabetic foot care, and supplies custom orthotics. He also uses extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), an innovative, non-surgical treatment for tendinitis and plantar fasciitis.
Podiatric health is essential to your overall well-being. Partner with Podiatry Healthcare Associates today to keep yourself on the move and pain-free. Call or book online to schedule your appointment.
Neha J. Pathak, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist who provides comprehensive foot and ankle care to patients of all ages in New York City. At Personal Podiatry -- her top-rated practice with a comfortable and upscale Manhattan location in Chelsea -- Dr. Pathak is proud to offer the most progressive medical treatments and surgical techniques available to help her patients get back on their feet as quickly as possible.
As a former avid long-distance runner and swimmer, and a current ballroom dancer, Dr. Pathak specializes in diagnosing and treating sports- and dance-related injuries. While she believes that most foot and ankle ailments are best managed with a personalized treatment approach that emphasizes conservative care measures, her surgical expertise allows her to provide advanced, minimally invasive surgical care when required.
Dr. Pathak has started her practice after previously being part of a large podiatry group in New York. She treats common conditions like hammertoe deformities, plantar plate injuries, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and painful neuromas. She’s also trained in the latest bunion removal technique, which addresses rotation in the frontal plane to help ensure the problem won’t reoccur.
Dr. Pathak completed her undergraduate degree in molecular biology and molecular genetics at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. She went on to receive her medical degree from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science in North Chicago, Illinois.
She served as chief resident during her residency training at Veterans Affairs New York Harbor Healthcare System. During her second residency at Banner Desert Hospital in Mesa, Arizona, Dr. Pathak received extensive training in all facets of podiatric medicine and surgery, with emphasis on diabetic limb salvage and reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle.
Dr. Pathak is certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Carl Jean, DPM, FACFAS from The Foot Specialty Practice in the Kings County of Brooklyn, New York, has been practicing podiatry since 2000. He always knew he wanted to be a doctor but chose podiatry due to the vast opportunities that this specialty afforded.
Unlike many other medical specialties, podiatrists are trained in a region of the body and not just a system. As a doctor and surgeon, Dr. Jean is able to treat various conditions of the foot, ankle, and related structures of the leg.
Based on this understanding, Dr. Jean can treat various skin problems, bone and joint problems, certain types of painful nerve conditions, and other soft tissue abnormalities. He also treats biomechanical problems that occur as a result of different types of pathologic foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Jean practices both podiatric medicine and podiatric foot & ankle surgery.
Dr. Jean is considered by his peers to be a talented and skilled surgeon. However, he takes pride mostly in his personable approach to patient care. He believes having a great bedside manner allows for open communication with his patients. He feels that the atmosphere in his office is that of a family-type of environment.
Dr. Jean spends the necessary time to ensure that patients understand their problems and/or conditions. He also prioritizes the discussion of various conservative and surgical treatment options that may be available. Dr. Jean feels it is very important to be up front and honest with his patients, just as he would be with any family member.
Dr. Jean has worked with The Foot Specialty Practice since 2008. He assumed the position as principal owner in 2010. Dr. Jean currently works with Dr. Roxann Clarke, DPM.
Dr. Jean has a great zeal for life. He loves to travel. He keeps himself busy playing sports such as basketball and soccer, and he also likes to run. Most of all, he enjoys spending quality time with his wife and son.
Dr. Jean is proud to say that he practices podiatry because he loves it. He actually feels that he was meant to do this. He feels that podiatry allows him the privilege to improve peoples lives in a meaningful way.
Roxann V. Clarke attended Hampton University in Virginia, where she obtained her Bachelor's of Science in Biology and her Master's of Science in Medical Science and Research. She then attended New York College of Podiatric Medicine and obtained her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine. She received further training at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, where she continued and finished extensive training in Podiatric Medicine and Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Roxann V. Clarke now practices at Downtown Podiatry Services in the Financial District, Manhattan, New York. She also works in Brooklyn at BMS Family Health Center, providing diabetic and wound care. Dr. Clarke is a published author in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery and a consultant for product development at ALLY shoes.
The goal of Board Certified Podiatrist, Lionel G. Hausman, D.P.M., in the Gramercy Park Neighborhood of Manhattan, is to provide high-quality podiatric care to women, men, and children, throughout the New York City Metropolitan Area. He has been practicing in Gramercy Park for over 28 years.
Dr. Hausman began his professional pursuits at Vassar College in Poughkeepsie, New York, where he earned his Bachelor of Arts. He subsequently enrolled at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. There, Dr. Hausman excelled in the program, receiving the Walter Green Memorial Award. He obtained his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine in 1990.
Before entering private practice, Dr. Hausman also completed a Podiatric Residency at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine’s Affiliated Hospitals which included Gouverneur Hospital, Coney Island Hospital, and Beekman Downtown Hospital.
Dr. Hausman proudly holds membership in the American Diabetes Association and Pi Mu Delta. He’s also a diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
As a podiatrist, Dr. Hausman provides integrative and holistic treatments whenever possible. He approaches podiatric conditions both surgically and non surgically. He sets aside time to spend with each of his patients and develops custom treatment plans based on their unique symptoms and concerns.
Often, Dr. Hausman recommends treatment with custom-molded orthotics for many foot ailments prior to considering surgery. He participates in the Medicare Diabetic Shoe Program and dispenses both custom and non custom molded shoes and braces.
Dr. Hausman diagnoses and treats a variety of common foot and ankle problems, including ingrown toenails, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammertoes, nail fungus, and warts.
Dr. Hausman is affiliated with Mount Sinai Beth Israel and Gramercy Surgery Center both of which are located in Manhattan. Dr. Hausman performs foot surgery at both facilities.
Dr. Hausman welcomes any patient seeking improved podiatric health to his self-titled practice today.
“Dr HAUSMAN is an excellent doctor. He relieved the pain of my foot condition immediately. He is very friendly and explains everything to you. The office staff is also very nice and you are seen promptly.”
Dr. Lionel Hausman, DPM
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Dr. Mark Sharobeem
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Manhattan Podiatry Group provides comprehensive podiatry care for adults and children at its New York City offices located in Downtown Manhattan, Midtown Manhattan, Staten Island, and the Manalapan, New Jersey. Board-certified podiatrist and surgeon Mark Sharobeem, DPM, customizes treatment to provide each patient with the most advanced level of care..
The office features the latest technology and treatments for all podiatry needs. Patients benefit from advanced, minimally invasive foot and ankle surgeries and healing regenerative therapies for conditions such as bunions, heel pain, and neuromas. Other foot and ankle concerns Dr. Sharobeem treats include hammertoes, fractures, and ingrown toenails.
The caring staff provides every patient with a comfortable, high-quality experience and takes the time to address any questions or concerns. The goal at Manhattan Podiatry Group is to get patients back to their normal levels of activity and health as soon as possible.
Call Manhattan Podiatry Group or use the online booking feature to schedule a podiatry appointment today.
Jong Choi, DPM, works at the Foot and Ankle Center of Fort Lee, LLC, providing major foot and ankle surgery and podiatric medical care to patients. The Foot and Ankle Center of Fort Lee, LLC, has offices in Forest Hills, Gramercy, East Williamsburg, Woodhaven, Remsen Village, New York, and Fort Lee and Ringwood, New Jersey.
Dr. Choi’s training focused on major foot and ankle trauma. He has special interests in elective foot surgery, sports medicine, pediatric podiatry, diabetic limb salvage, hyperbaric wound care, and geriatric podiatry.
After receiving his medical degree in 2016 from New York College of Podiatric Medicine in Manhattan, Dr. Choi trained at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, St. John’s Hospital system in Yonkers, and Gramercy Surgery Center and Midtown Surgery Center in Manhattan. In addition to his areas of special interests, Dr. Choi trained extensively with plastic, vascular, and orthopedic surgeons.
Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Item Writer for the National Board Certification and LEAD Exams for the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Regenerative Medicine Specialist utilizing stem cells, amniotic and placental tissue technology for muscle, tendon, ligament and bone regeneration
Living Cartilage Transplant Specialist
Sports Medicine Specialist
Diabetic Neuropathy Specialist employing a multimodal targeted treatment for reduction and/or elimination of nerve pain along with better diabetic glycemic control
History
Established in 2005.
A patient's comfort level and confidence in his or her doctor is key to building a great relationship and paramount to the way I practice. Rest assured that every avenue of treatment will be explored and discussed from conservative to surgical means while allowing you to walk away with complete knowledge of the problem as well as having full confidence in the solution.
Dr. Rahul Patel is a highly trained Board-Certified Podiatric foot and ankle surgeon who is also on the forefront of the world's most advanced medical breakthroughs as a regenerative medicine specialist using stem cells/bone marrow aspirate concentrate, and amniotic tissue grafts. He was the the first surgeon at New York Presbyterian Queens to introduce stem cell grafting for foot surgery. He also serves as a committee member on the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery as one of 50 item writers across the country writing questions for the national surgical board certification exams and LEAD exams. Despite being trained in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, he also focuses on non-surgical podiatric needs such as foot & ankle injuries, tendinitis, diabetic foot care, heel pain, ingrown/fungal toenails, warts and other skin disorders. He is trained in kinesio taping, therapeutic exercises that involve functional body work that include the entire axial skeleton to work synergistically with the lower extremity and also works with Hypervolt gun technology in his office for therapeutic percussive treatment to increase bloodflow, reduce scar tissue and release muscle tension. He is also trained in ultrasound usage for in-office musculoskeletal diagnosis as well as injection guidance. Lastly, not only does he taps into eastern medicine principles and homeopathic type treatments in conjunction with his western medicine training, but he also has an extensive knowledge in proper footwear for runners, basketball, and tennis athletes which he uses as part of his comprehensive treatment protocols.
Dr. Patel graduated from undergrad at NYU concentrating in Biochemistry and was a part-time teaching assistant in calculus, organic chemistry and physics. He then graduated the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2001 with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree. He began a comprehensive 4 year residency program at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip, New York, finishing as chief resident in July 2005 and earning Chief Resident of The Year honors among nearly 50 peers. His surgical training encompassed everything from bunions and hammertoes to trauma and clubfoot deformities.
Dr. Patel has also lectured at various hospitals and in 2001, provided abstracts for the Compendium of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and regularly volunteers at health fairs for the economically underserved.
In his spare time he enjoys playing sports, reading, traveling, concert going (you may run into him at an EDM show!) and watching movies. His background as a basketball hooper and tennis player comes in handy when he's treating his athletes! Lastly he's also a big pop culture guy who is into comics, videogaming, sci-fi and even goes to Comic-Con!
“Went in pretty much expecting what I heard. But even so Dr Patel was thorough and easy to talk to and had a good sense of humor. Nice to come across a doc that enjoys his work. I left the visit feeling better, with a clear treatment plan and reasonable expectations and goals. Looking forward to future visits.”
“This was my first time at this doctor. Everything went great. The receptionist was very friendly and the doctor was extremely nice and took her time to explain everything to me. Highly recommended”
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