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Award-winning podiatrist Sanjay Gandhi, DPM, is the founder and primary podiatrist at A Step Up Podiatry, LLC, in Manalapan Township, New Jersey. Dr. Gandhi believes in partnering with his patients, so he gives everyone the tools and information they need to make informed decisions about their foot and ankle health. He treats many conditions, including bunions, heel pain, ingrown toenails, toenail fungus, warts, and other heel and ankle problems with gentle warmth and compassion. 

Dr. Gandhi always uses state-of-the-art techniques, and he also stays at the forefront of the podiatry field through continuing education. To make foot and ankle care convenient for all, Dr. Gandhi offers in-office X-rays, vascular testing, and nerve testing. In addition to effective treatments, Dr. Gandhi also provides preventive care, including his fall prevention program for the elderly.

Dr. Gandhi earned his bachelor’s degree in just three years at the University of Maryland in College Park, Maryland. He went on to the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio, where he earned his DPM degree. Dr. Gandhi completed his podiatric medicine residency at the Department of Veteran Affairs Medical Center in Baltimore, Maryland. During his residency, Dr. Gandhi completed rotations at leading medical institutions, including The Cleveland Clinic in Ohio, the Joslin Diabetes Center in Boston, and the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, Maryland. 

At A Step Up Podiatry, Dr. Gandhi and his team always treat patients like family. Both patients and other professionals recognize Dr. Gandhi’s superior skill in the foot and ankle medicine arena. He earned the “America’s Top Podiatrists” award twice and also received the prestigious “Worldwide Leaders in Healthcare” award. At this time, Dr. Gandhi is welcoming new patients at A Step Up Podiatry.

Dr. Sally Beshai is an experienced Podiatric Surgeon and has received numerous awards for her work. Dr. Beshai was trained by Dr. Edward Ferdinando, DPM at the Staten Island Hospital, and continued to gain experience through a long career in private practice. Dr. Beshai has also served in the Burn, Plastic, and Vascular Surgery departments at the Staten Island Hospital, as Chief Podiatric Surgical Resident. Dr. Beshai has a special interest in diabetic wound care and the management of osteomyelitis and amputation prevention. In addition to her leadership skills and gentle bedside manner, Dr. Beshai is very eager to learn new treatments, techniques, and publications. Some of her work is also published in prestigious medical journals.

An X. Nguyen, DPM, DABFAS, is a double board-certified foot and ankle surgeon at A&A Foot and Ankle Specialists, LLC, providing complete foot and ankle care to people in Hackettstown, New Jersey, and throughout Warren County.

Dr. Nguyen was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She began her professional pursuits at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, earning a Bachelor of Science in molecular and cellular biology.

After graduation, Dr. Nguyen enrolled at the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio, earning her podiatry degree. Dr. Nguyen then completed a residency at Hoboken University Medical Center in Hoboken, New Jersey, receiving extensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and trauma treatment.

Upon entering private practice, Dr. Nguyen co-founded A&A Foot and Ankle Specialists, LLC. She diagnoses and treats various foot and ankle problems but specializes in managing sports injuries, Achilles tendon pathology, and arthroscopic surgery for foot and ankle trauma.

Dr. Nguyen loves getting to know the people in her care and takes a compassionate and patient-centered approach to treatment. She welcomes anyone seeking relief from foot or ankle pain to schedule an appointment at A&A Foot and Ankle Specialists, LLC today.

Anna Wojcik-Stepien, DPM, DABFAS is a double board-certified podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon at A&A Foot and Ankle Specialists, LLC, providing high-quality podiatry care to people of all ages in Hackettstown, New Jersey, and throughout Warren County.

Dr. Wojcik-Stepien began her professional education at Rutgers University in Newark, New Jersey, earning her Bachelor of Arts in biology and psychology. She then enrolled at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, obtaining her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine.

Before entering private practice, Dr. Wojcik-Stepien completed a comprehensive three-year podiatry residency at Morristown Medical Center in Morristown, New Jersey, one of the leading podiatric surgical programs in the nation. Dr. Wojcik-Stepien excelled in the program, earning the title of chief resident.

Upon entering private practice, Dr. Wojcik-Stepien co-founded A&A Foot and Ankle Specialists, LLC. She treats various foot and ankle problems but has special interests in wound care, diabetic limb salvage, and the treatment of sports injuries.

Dr. Wojcik-Stepien is a caring provider. She treats patients with kindness and compassion and develops personalized treatment plans that provide lasting relief.

When she isn’t working, Dr. Wojcik-Stepien enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She’s also an avid traveler and speaks Polish fluently.

Dr. Wojcik-Stepien welcomes anyone suffering from foot or ankle pain to schedule an appointment at A&A Foot and Ankle Specialists, LLC today.

Amit Shah, DPM, is an expert foot and ankle surgeon and board-certified podiatrist who has been serving the central Jersey area for over 10 years. Dr. Shah provides compassionate, individualized care to patients of all ages at the North Brunswick, Edison, and Cranbury, New Jersey, locations of his practice Amit Shah DPM. 

Dr. Shah received his Bachelor of Science in biology from Rutgers University in New Brunswick, New Jersey, before completing his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. 

He went on to finish a residency program in primary podiatric medicine at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, as well as a surgical residency program focused on reconstructive ankle and foot surgery at Memorial Hospital - Brown University Health System in Pawtucket, Rhode Island.

Dr. Shah is an expert at communication and always approaches diagnosing symptoms with care and patience. He treats a wide range of podiatry needs including skin and nail issues, bunions and calluses, as well as foot and ankle pain. 

He also works with children and diabetic patients and is passionate about treating foot issues early on to restore overall health. Dr. Shah can prescribe orthotics to improve mobility or bring his experience as a surgeon to a condition or injury, if necessary. 

Dr. Shah is board-certified in foot and ankle surgery, extracorporeal shockwave therapy, diagnostic ultrasound, and in cryosurgery. He is also a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management, and the New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society.

Bringing with him a broad depth of knowledge and a compassionate approach, Scott Bleazey, DPM, is well-loved by both his patients and teammates at MidJersey Orthopaedics in Flemington and Bridgewater, New Jersey. With an emphasis on taking the time to learn his patients’ complete medical histories, Dr. Bleazey specializes in treating disorders of the ankle and foot, including fractures, foot and ankle reconstructive surgery, foot and ankle pain, limb salvage and revision surgery.

Dr. Bleazey began his medical training at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, before moving on to New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, where he completed his residency in foot and ankle surgery and limb salvage. Dr. Bleazey then underwent an additional year of fellowship training in advanced reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at Coordinated Health/Lehigh Valley Health Network in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Prior to returning back to his home state of New Jersey he continued to gain advanced experience while an attending foot and ankle surgeon at The Center for Orthopedic Research and Education in Phoenix, Arizona.

Dr. Bleazey is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and takes a special interest in ankle and foot fractures, tendon injuries, arthritis, sports injuries, arthroscopy, pediatric fractures, charcot management, and foot/ankle deformities.

Dr. Bleazey has published over 10 peer reviewed articles regarding advances in foot and ankle surgery/techniques. He also was a contributing author for Pocket Foot and Ankle Medicine and Surgery in 2018.

Outside of his work at MidJersey Orthopaedics, Dr. Bleazey enjoys playing ice hockey, rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles, and maximizing time with his wife and two daughters.

As a member of the MidJersey Orthopaedics team serving the communities of Flemington and Bridgewater, New Jersey, Suneel Basra, DPM, FACFAS, brings his combination of high-level training and dedicated attitude to provide his patients with expert foot and ankle care. His areas of expertise include foot and ankle surgery, diabetic limb salvage, and orthotic and brace intervention. 

Dr. Basra attended New York University in Manhattan, New York, for his undergraduate education. He then completed medical school at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, also in Manhattan. Following medical school, Dr. Basra was awarded residency training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at the New York-Presbyterian Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York. 

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Basra is active and engaged in many professional organizations. He is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, a diplomat of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and an evaluator for the Residency Review Committee of the Council on Podiatric Medical Education.

Dr. Basra is also a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, the New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society, and the Consumer Education Committee of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. In addition, he is a volunteer surgeon for the Health and Education Relief for Guyana (HERG) Clubfoot Project in Georgetown, Guyana.

Dr. Basra is board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. His areas of interest include Cartiva Revision Surgery, foot and ankle fractures, tendon and ligament injuries, flat foot treatment, sports injuries of the foot and ankle, heel pain, arthroscopic ankle surgery, and much more.

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.

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.

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. 

Dr. Joanna Ayoub is a native New Yorker who graduated from Barnard College of Columbia University prior to completing a 4-year program at New York College of Podiatric Medicine. She then completed rigorous training in a surgical residency at Hahnemann University Hospital/Drexel University, a level-1 trauma center in Philadelphia, PA, where she also served as Chief Resident. She is currently Director of Podiatry at BronxCare Health System (formerly known as Bronx-Lebanon Hospital) for the past 8 years. Dr. Ayoub holds advanced ankle surgery privileges, a credential held by less than 3% of licensed podiatrists in New York State. Dr. Ayoub is a highly-trained, experienced, and compassionate surgeon who provides a well-rounded and comprehensive approach to treatment. In her patient-centered, state-of-the-art practice, surgery is only considered after conservative therapy options have been exhausted.

Innjea Park, DPM, FACPM, AACFAS is a board-certified podiatrist and surgeon at Forward Foot & Ankle Associates in Staten Island and Midtown Manhattan, New York. Dr. Park also specializes in foot and ankle care, including diabetes-related issues, wound care, sports medicine, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Park is trilingual in English, Korean, and Japanese. He believes that all patients should be treated with respect, honesty, and professionalism.

Dr. Park attended New York University and obtained his bachelor’s degree in economics and pre-med, with a minor in East Asian studies, concentrating on the Japanese language. He then received a master’s in biomedical science at the Graduate School of Biomedical Studies at the University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey. He earned his doctor of podiatric medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, where he also co-founded and led the school’s Asian American Podiatric Student Association.

Upon graduation, Dr. Park continued to hone his skills during a three-year surgical residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, where he served as chief resident during his third year. During this residency, he obtained experience in areas including emergency medicine, foot trauma, pediatric podiatry, vascular surgery, orthopedic surgery, general surgery, and infectious diseases.

Dr. Park is a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, and the New York State Podiatric Medical Association. He also has been published in professional medical journals.  

Taking good care of your feet is key to a long, healthy life with independence, according to Dr. Park. He, therefore, strives to give his patients personalized care so they can achieve optimal foot health. In his free time, Dr. Park enjoys spending time with his young son, exploring different cuisines with his family, playing basketball, and watching movies.