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Samantha Sheppard, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist at Garden State Foot & Ankle Specialists, which has six convenient locations: Edison, Woodbridge, Plainfield, Scotch Plains, Springfield, and Linden, New Jersey. She’s highly skilled in treating all foot and ankle pathologies with both surgical and conservative treatments.
Dr. Sheppard graduated from Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia, with a dual bachelor’s degree in biology and Italian studies. She earned her medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, graduating at the top of her class.
Dr. Sheppard went on to complete her surgical training at the Atlantic Health System’s Morristown Medical Center in New Jersey. She served as the chief resident in her third year and developed an impressive proficiency with a variety of surgical procedures, including foot and ankle trauma, diabetic Charcot reconstruction and limb salvage, flatfoot reconstruction, application of external fixation devices, ankle arthroscopy, and all forefoot pathologies.
Dr. Sheppard is board-qualified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and looks forward to working with new and returning patients at Garden State Foot & Ankle Specialists.
Michael Kaminsky, DPM, is a highly skilled and compassionate podiatrist on the team of providers at Garden State Foot & Ankle Specialists, which has four conveniently located clinics in Plainfield, Scotch Plains, Springfield, and Linden, New Jersey.
Dr. Kaminsky graduated with a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Delaware in Newark. He earned his medical degree from the School of Podiatric Medicine at Temple University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he graduated at the top of his class.
He went on to postgraduate training at Hoboken University Medical Center in New Jersey. He completed his three-year residency in foot and ankle medicine and surgery and served as the chief resident in his final year of the program. During his residency, he focused on trauma and reconstructive surgery and developed a remarkable skill in fracture repair and elective reconstructive surgical techniques.
Dr. Kaminsky lives with his wife in Hoboken, New Jersey. When he’s not working with patients at Garden State Foot & Ankle Specialists, he likes to run and play tennis.
Paul E. Eckstein, DPM, provides podiatric medicine and surgery to patients at Richmond Podiatry Associates in the Eltingville neighborhood of Staten Island, New York. He has over 20 years of experience as a podiatric physician. He specializes in the treatments of sports injuries, ingrown toenails, neuromas, diabetic foot care, fungal toenails, and plantar fasciitis. He also has an extensive background in public health and clinical nutrition.
Dr. Eckstein graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 1994 and received his postgraduate training at the Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and Affiliated institutions. He has a Masters Degree in nutrition from Case Western Reserve University and his many years of experience as a Registered Dietitian and a Licensed Nutritionist has helped him to attain a holistic approach to the management of podiatric patients.
He is board-certified in foot surgery, a Diplomate of The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle surgery
He is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital since 1996, presently a part of Northwell Health.
Nicholas Szwaba, DPM, provides wound care and foot surgery to patients at Richmond Podiatry Associates in the Eltingville neighborhood of Staten Island, New York.
Dr. Szwaba is a Staten Island local who now is serving the Staten Island community as a physician. He attended New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his residency at Northwell Staten Island University Hospital undergoing extensive training in forefoot, rearfoot, ankle reconstructive surgery, and limb salvage procedures. During his final year of residency, he served as chief resident.
Dr. Szwaba continued his education and training by completing an additional yearlong fellowship following his residency due to his interest in wound care. He completed his wound care fellowship at NYC HHC Coney Island Hospital. During his time at NYC HHC Coney Island, he obtained advanced training in wound care techniques and limb salvage procedures.
Dr. Szwaba is board-certified through the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. In addition, he has attending privileges at both Northwell Staten Island University Hospital and Richmond University Medical Center. Dr. Nicholas Szwaba is able to provide house calls and emergency consultations.
Tekchand Thakurdial, DPM, known as Dr. Tek to his many Staten Island, New York, patients, is part of Richmond Podiatry Associates, a practice that offers comprehensive foot and ankle care. While Dr. Tek provides state-of-the-art care for most common foot issues, ranging from bunions to toenail fungus, he is certified by the American Board of Medical Specialists in the prevention and treatment of diabetic foot wounds.
As part of his diabetic foot care, Dr. Tek avails himself of the latest treatment modalities, such as UltraMIST®, which speeds up healing of diabetic ulcers. He’s also found great success using hyperbaric chambers to address slow-healing foot wounds, allowing him to help his patients safeguard the health of their feet.
Dr. Tek is also an accomplished foot surgeon with more than 20 years of experience, and he uses the latest techniques in bunion surgery, neuroma resolution, hammertoe correction, and diabetic limb salvage.
Dr. Tek is a diplomate of the American Professional Wound Care Association and serves as the director of the Diabetes Treatment Center at Staten Island University Hospital, which is a part of the prestigious North Shore LIJ Health System.
Whether it’s an ingrown toenail or a more serious issue like peripheral neuropathy, Dr. Tek Footcare and Dr. Tek provide expert care and management designed to keep patients on their feet and enjoying life to the fullest.
Former Director of the Diabetes Treatment Center at Staten Island University Hospital
Board certified by the American Board of Medical Specialists
Diplomate of the American Professional Wound Care Association
“Dr. Tek was great, very thorough and took the time to explain everything in an understandable way of what was going on with my foot pain. Highly recommend. ”
Machli Adrien, DPM, is a highly-skilled podiatrist at Ankle & Foot Doctors of New Jersey, with offices in Millburn, Livingston, Union, Springfield, Florham Park, Short Hills, West Orange, Maplewood, and Summit, New Jersey.
At the practices Millburn, Union, and Westfield locations, Dr. Adrien strives to provide his patients with the best possible individualized care while getting them back on their feet. Here to help with all your foot and ankle concerns, his view is no issue is too challenging to overcome.
He specializes in sports-related injuries, minimally invasive surgery, foot and ankle surgery, and general podiatry care.
Before joining Ankle & Foot Doctors of New Jersey, Dr. Adrien began his career with the Orthopedic Surgery Department at Augusta University Health. While there, he also served as an assistant professor at the Medical College of Georgia, educating medical students, orthopedic residents, and sports medicine fellows in foot and ankle care. His role as an educator is one of his most fulfilling, and he is proud to continue educating residents at Saint Barnabas Medical Center.
Raised in central New Jersey, Dr. Adrien received his medical education at Barry University. He went on to complete his surgical training at Hoboken University Medical Center in New Jersey.
When out of the office, Dr. Adrien enjoys biking, swimming, traveling, and working through a good book.
Aamir Ahmed, DPM, is a fellowship-trained, board-eligible foot and ankle surgeon with extensive training in reconstructive surgery. He currently sees patients at Ankle & Foot Doctors of New Jersey in Millburn, Westfield, and Union, New Jersey.
Dr. Ahmed earned his medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine after graduating cum laude with bachelor’s and master’s degrees in biomedical engineering from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. He completed his three-year surgical residency at St. Mary’s General Hospital in Passaic, New Jersey, where he gained surgical experience in adult foot and ankle reconstruction, trauma, arthritic joints, Achilles tendon reconstruction, arthroscopy, Charcot neuroarthropathy, and diabetic limb salvage, with advanced training techniques in wound care.
The following year, Dr. Ahmed went on to complete a pediatric foot and ankle fellowship at The Pediatric Orthopedic Center in Cedar Knolls, New Jersey, under the mentorships of Dr. Mark Solomon and Dr. Mark Rieger. There, he gained experience treating children with foot and ankle congenital deformities, sprains, fractures, growth plate injuries, as well as sports and dance injuries. Some pediatric conditions that Dr. Ahmed has managed and treated include equinovarus deformities (clubfoot), toe walkers, in-toeing, flatfoot, high arch foot, ankle sprains/fractures, and brachymetatarsia.
His fellowship also included advanced and specialized training in minimally invasive foot and ankle surgical techniques, including minimally invasive bunion surgery and gradual deformity correction with the Ilizarov hexapod external fixator. With such a vast background, Dr. Ahmed is well-equipped to treat foot and ankle conditions for all ages.
Dr. Ahmed is also active in training the next generation of foot and ankle surgeons, educating and mentoring podiatric residents at Saint Barnabas Medical Center.
His hobbies include playing sports, fitness, and nutrition, and spending time with his family and newborn daughter. As a big foodie, Dr. Ahmed enjoys eating out with family and friends.
Eric Rockmore, DPM, FACFAS, is an exceptional foot and ankle surgeon, board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Serving patients at Foot and Ankle Specialists in Hamilton and Summit, New Jersey, Dr. Rockmore brings the latest advancements in podiatric medicine to the community.
Dr. Rockmore completed his Foot and Ankle Surgery training at Passaic Beth Israel Hospital in New Jersey. Since then, he has sought and completed advanced training throughout his career. Specializing in nerve problems such as Morton's Neuroma, Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, and Peroneal Nerve Compression, Dr. Rockmore welcomes patients dealing with any podiatric ailment to the practice.
With advanced training in modern minimally invasive techniques for bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and heel spurs, Dr. Rockmore's work earned Foot and Ankle Specialists the honor of being designated a Center of Distinction for Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction. He is also a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Dr. Rockmore serves as the Chief of Podiatric Surgery at RWJ-Barnabus Hamilton. He also maintains privileges at Overlook Medical Center in Summit.
Dr. Rockmore enjoys spending time with his wife, three children, and their dogs in his free time. He enjoys hiking and mountain biking on trails all over the Garden State.
Jason Jolliffe, DPM, DABPM is a podiatrist with comprehensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. Dr. Jolliffe specializes in treating a wide range of foot and ankle pathologies, both surgically and conservatively.
Dr. Jolliffe’s area of focus includes bunions, hammertoes, sports medicine, minimally invasive surgery techniques, wound care, limb salvage, and trauma and ankle replacement surgery. He is a proud New Jersey native committed to providing his patients with the highest level of care.
After earning his Bachelor of Arts from Swarthmore College, Dr. Jolliffe continued his education at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. He later completed his residency at Morristown Medical Center, New Jersey’s top-ranked hospital. In his third year, he served as chief resident and completed multiple certifications. These certifications included the prestigious Baltimore Limb Deformity Course and the ACFAS Arthroscopy Course of the Foot and Ankle.
He is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and an Associate member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
In his spare time, he enjoys traveling, watching movies, golfing, and spending time with his wife and golden retriever.
Dr. Jay Bhuta, DPM, is a podiatric surgical expert at Ankle & Foot Doctors of New Jersey located in Millburn and Livingston of New Jersey. Dr. Bhuta specializes in both conservative and surgical treatments of ankle and foot using the most advanced tools available. He values his relationships with his patients and spends the time necessary listening to and educating his patients to help them feel more at ease about their ailments. Dr. Bhuta may focus on the ankle and foot, but he knows that each of his patients has very unique health care needs, and he designs a personalized treatment based on those needs
Dr. Bhuta treats a number of ankle and foot conditions including foot and ankle fractures, Achilles tendon ruptures, ankle sprains, bunions, hammertoes, neuromas, drop foot, foot and ankle arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, Charcot arthropathy, high arch, and flat feet. He also provides foot and ankle care for people with diabetes and cerebral palsy. Dr. Bhuta specializes in foot and ankle injuries, including sports injuries and reconstruction.
Dr. Bhuta has trained in the United States and internationally, which allows him to bring a different perspective to his patients. He received his doctorate of podiatric medicine from New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City and completed his residency and training at Saint Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey.
Dr. Bhuta is the Residency Director at Saint Barnabas Medical Center where he is responsible for training all the residents. He is very active in their education and is on top of the most current technology and treatments.
Bryon Butts, DPM, is a board qualified podiatrist at Performance Footcare of New York, PC, in Lake Success, New York, and Midtown Manhattan in New York City. A leading podiatry and foot and ankle surgery practice, Performance Footcare of New York, PC, provides outstanding services for all foot conditions, from blisters and ingrown toenails to stress fractures and serious tendon and ligament injuries. Dr. Butts specializes in sports medicine and treating foot and lower limb conditions in runners.
Whether it’s walking in Central Park, running to catch a cab, or going out for an evening jog, New Yorkers spend more time on their feet than most Americans. Performance Footcare of New York, PC, exists to help address pain in the feet and ankles. Dr. Butts and his team work closely with patients to identify the cause of their symptoms and recommend the appropriate treatments, using conventional, noninvasive options, innovative new therapies, and, where appropriate, advanced surgical options.
Services available at Performance Footcare of New York, PC, include the minimally invasive Tenex procedure for plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendinitis, medial incision surgery for bunions and hammer toes, radial shockwave (extracorporeal pulse activation technology or EPAT) for plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendinitis, shin splints, and neuroma, and cryoablation for Morton’s neuroma.
Dr. Butts administers regenerative medicine therapies including PRP (platelet-rich plasma) and stem cell injections in-office and provides digital X-ray and ultrasound facilities for a fast and accurate diagnosis. The practice also sells Canodyne® CBD gel, topical antifungals (Formula 7®, FungiFoam®, and Dr.’s REMEDY®) for nail and skin infections, urea creams to treat calluses and dry skin, and the award-winning VACOtalus® by OPED ankle brace.
To schedule an appointment at Performance Footcare of New York, PC, call the office or book online today.
The Florham Park Podiatry office of Dr. Jordan Steinberg and Dr. Lisa Zhang is a practice dedicated to providing quality foot and ankle care to all ages of patients. We believe that prompt diagnosis, early intervention and prevention are essential for the care and treatment of your feet. We provide a full range of podiatric medical care including both conservative and surgical therapies.
Dr. Steinberg and Dr. Zhang spend quality time with each patient in order to better understand your foot care needs, and to recommend the best course of treatment. Our office and staff work closely with primary care physicians and other specialists to ensure the most effective treatment plan is in place.
Our goal is a positive experience for all patients, young and old. We want you to feel comfortable with the entire staff here at Florham Park Podiatry. We feel a happy patient is one who is informed, given choices in treatment options, and takes an active role in the treatment process.
Dr. Jyotsna Thapar, DPM, has practiced podiatric medicine at Ankle & Foot Specialist of N.J. since 2008. She believes that the doctor/patient relationship is very special and that this relationship requires building mutual trust through frank and open discussions and confidentiality. Dr. Thapar’s door is always open, and she welcomes and appreciates patients’ questions and comments.
After graduating from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick, Dr. Thapar went on to earn her doctor of podiatric medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. She completed her podiatric medical training at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, and podiatric surgical training at the Northport VA Medical Center in Long Island, New York.
Dr. Thapar is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (FACFAS).
She obtained additional training in the Dellon Techniques for Nerve Surgery at the Dellon Institutes for Peripheral Nerve Surgery in Baltimore. This type of procedure reverses the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy.
Dr. Thapar is also a published author and has lectured on podiatric vascular ultrasound. She is on the staff at three New Jersey hospitals: JFK Medical Center in Edison, Raritan Bay Medical Center in Old Bridge, and Essex Surgical Arts Surgery Center in Belleville.
Lara Kozin, DPM is a highly qualified podiatrist and is excited to join the talented team at Foot and Ankle Specialists of New Jersey, where she will be welcoming patients at office locations in Westfield, Union and Morristown.
As an undergraduate, Dr. Kozin attended Tufts University in Massachusetts, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree. At Tufts, she was an All-American collegiate lacrosse player, and to this day holds four Tufts records in Women's Lacrosse. She then went on to receive her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. At NYCPM she continued her interest in athletics as President of the Sports Medicine Club and volunteering at events such as the New York City Triathlon.
After earning her doctorate, Dr. Kozin completed a highly selective 3-year comprehensive and rigorous surgical residency at the Hoboken University Medical Center. She had extensive training in all types of foot and ankle reconstructive surgery, trauma, elective surgery of the forefoot and rearfoot, sports medicine, pediatric flat foot deformities, diabetic limb salvage and wound care.
As an avid athlete, Dr. Kozin has a passion for sports medicine. She specializes in traumatic sports injuries of the foot and ankle, and focuses on lower extremity pathology including achilles tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, tendon tears, and overuse injuries. Dr. Kozin has a conservative minded approach to her treatments, but will perform surgical intervention if necessary.
Dr. Kozin is board qualified by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Dr. Kozin has participated in multiple half marathons. She loves hiking in National Parks, playing tennis, and skiing. She also enjoys movies and curling up with a good book.
Dr. Obinna Mgbako is a gifted podiatrist providing care to patients at the Scotch Plains & Union, New Jersey offices of the Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Jersey. Dr. Mgbako is certified to treat all foot and ankle pathology and specializes in lower leg limb salvage, diabetic wound care, and reconstructive and reparative foot and ankle surgery including minimally invasive and arthroscopic techniques.
Dr. Mgbako completed his bachelor’s degree at New York University before earning his doctor of Podiatric Surgery and Medicine at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He served his residency at the Morristown Memorial Hospital. He is a fellow of the American Professional Wound Care Association, an associate member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and a member of the American Diabetes Association, the American Podiatric Medical Association, the American Podiatric Association of Sports Medicine, and the American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management.
Dr. Mgbako takes a special interest in treating sports-related injuries and enjoys learning new insights to sports medicine, putting them into practice for the benefit of his patients.
Yu-Ching Terence Chi, DPM, is a highly skilled podiatric surgeon and part of the elite team at Foot and Ankle Specialists of NJ. He brings a rich knowledge of his field, a compassionate bedside manner, and a fluency in Mandarin Chinese to his patients in Westfield and Union, New Jersey.
Dr. Chi began his medical education at Tulane University in New Orleans, where he completed his pre-medical requisites while graduating cum laude with a degree in music composition. He earned his doctorate in podiatric medicine and surgery from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, where his diligent work ethic and high aptitude were recognized with the president’s award for academic and clinical excellence.
Dr. Chi completed a comprehensive three-year surgical residency at Northwell-Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, and North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset. He attended to a wide variety of cases and patients during his residency, affording him the opportunity to diversify his experience and refine his skill set. He’s provided emergency care to pediatric patients with acute foot and ankle pathologies, treated patients who were suffering from various vascular diseases, and even cared for division one athletes from Fordham University as part of a sports medicine physicians team.
After completing his residency, Dr. Chi practiced in New York City, where he continued his passion for educating residents in the podiatric residency programs at Lenox Hill Hospital and the Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
Dr. Chi is board certified in foot surgery and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He has extensive training in managing all aspects of foot and ankle pathologies, including trauma, reconstructive, elective surgeries, and limb salvage. He looks forward to helping you heal!
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