Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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.
Dr. Younas provides her patients with unsurpassed dedication and personalized care. She works diligently to establish a comprehensive diagnosis and provide a patient-specific treatment plan, considering the patient’s individual goals, expectations, and lifestyle. She provides a conservative approach to medicine and keeps surgical options open when necessary. Dr. Younas is devoted to ensuring the longevity of her patients' health and developing long-lasting relationships with them. She takes the time to understand symptoms and give correct diagnoses to ensure the continued health of all her patients. Dr. Younas is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. She earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Florida where she specialized in Exercise Physiology and went on to obtain her medical degree in podiatric medicine from Barry University in Miami, FL where she graduated top of her class. Dr. Younas was then selected to train at one of the most reputable and prestigious residency programs in the field of podiatric medicine and surgery in New York. She completed a 3-year residency at New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Park Slope where she developed her clinical acumen and served as chief resident during her final year. Dr. Younas's goal is to provide the highest level of foot and ankle care with unsurpassed dedication to each patient. With a conservative approach centered on comprehensive patient education and understanding, she treats each patient with compassion and respect and is adept at making patients feel respected and cared for
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. 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.
“First time visit and the staff was very accommodating. The visit with Dr. Amar was pleasant. She is very knowledgeable, personable and took her time listening to my concerns. She followed up with very detailed 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.
“First time visit and the staff was very accommodating. The visit with Dr. Amar was pleasant. She is very knowledgeable, personable and took her time listening to my concerns. She followed up with very detailed care. ”
Dr. Shazia Amar, DPM
Podiatrist
446 McDonald Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11218
4.93(88)
Einul Chowdhury, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgeon 43.2 mi
117 Kinderkamack Road Suite 101
River Edge, NJ 07661
Dr. Younas provides her patients with unsurpassed dedication and personalized care. She works diligently to establish a comprehensive diagnosis and provide a patient-specific treatment plan, considering the patient’s individual goals, expectations, and lifestyle. She provides a conservative approach to medicine and keeps surgical options open when necessary. Dr. Younas is devoted to ensuring the longevity of her patients' health and developing long-lasting relationships with them. She takes the time to understand symptoms and give correct diagnoses to ensure the continued health of all her patients. Dr. Younas is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. She earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Florida where she specialized in Exercise Physiology and went on to obtain her medical degree in podiatric medicine from Barry University in Miami, FL where she graduated top of her class. Dr. Younas was then selected to train at one of the most reputable and prestigious residency programs in the field of podiatric medicine and surgery in New York. She completed a 3-year residency at New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Park Slope where she developed her clinical acumen and served as chief resident during her final year. Dr. Younas's goal is to provide the highest level of foot and ankle care with unsurpassed dedication to each patient. With a conservative approach centered on comprehensive patient education and understanding, she treats each patient with compassion and respect and is adept at making patients feel respected and cared for
Innjea Park, DPM, is a highly experienced podiatrist with years of training, serving patients in the New York area, including Murray Hill, Midtown East, Financial District, and Staten Island. He specializes in foot and ankle care, and has a particular interest in the areas of diabetic foot care, wound care, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Park speaks English, Korean, and Japanese fluently.
Dr. Park’s goal is to give patients exactly what they need, using the most optimal and effective treatments possible. Patients are never pushed into having unnecessary treatments, and Dr. Park strives to truly get to the bottom of the problem before starting treatment. Dr. Park always works with patients to fully understand their pain and other symptoms so he can customize the best treatment possible.
Dr. Park earned his undergraduate degree at New York University in New York, and then went on to earn his master’s degree at The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark. Dr. Park earned his doctor of podiatric medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
Following his graduation, Dr. Park completed a three-year podiatric surgery residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, and was chief resident in his third year of training. Dr. Park is currently an associate attending physician at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center and is affiliated with Gramercy Surgery Center in New York.
Dr. Park’s extensive podiatric education, training, and experience combine to give him the skills he needs for podiatry care of all types, from routine care to advanced surgery.
Use online booking to schedule now, or call the office anytime to arrange an appointment with Dr. Park.
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. 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.
“First time visit and the staff was very accommodating. The visit with Dr. Amar was pleasant. She is very knowledgeable, personable and took her time listening to my concerns. She followed up with very detailed care. ”
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.
Board-certified podiatric surgeon Joel Segalman, DPM, FACFAS, FACFAO, has treated people of all ages at his private practice, Performance Foot & Ankle Specialists, LLC, since 1991. He welcomes new and returning patients at two convenient locations in Waterbury and Newtown, Connecticut.
After receiving his medical degree from the University of Illinois College of Medicine in Chicago, Dr. Segalman completed his Harvard affiliated residency at the West Roxbury VA Medical Center in Boston, Massachusetts. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS) and a Fellow of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM).
While Dr. Segalman treats the full range of foot and ankle problems, he’s an expert in orthotics. He uses state-of-the-art laser treatment, laser treatment, EPAT®, Shockwave, and amnion and chorion membrane injections for foot and ankle problems. His special interest is sports medicine, an area where he has gained exceptional knowledge and experience.
Dr. Segalman was previously the consulting podiatrist for the New York Knicks. One aspect of his experience with the team was published in Lower Extremity Review, a national medical magazine.
He was honored to be selected as the team podiatrist of the New York City Football Club, a major league soccer team (MLS) and has been part of the club since its inception and the team’s winning of the MLS Cup during the 2021 season. Dr. Segalman has also served as an attending podiatrist for the Boston Marathon since 1990.
Dr. Segalman brings his experience, knowledge and qualifications to you, the patient, having worked with some of the world's best Athletes, Musicians and Actors from around the world.
He is affiliated with Danbury Hospital in Danbury, Connecticut, and three hospitals in Waterbury, Connecticut: the Waterbury Hospital, St. Mary’s Hospital, and Naugatuck Valley Surgical Center (NVSC).
Stephen Lazaroff, DPM, FACFAS, at Performance Foot & Ankle Specialists, LLC, with two convenient locations in Waterbury and Newtown, Connecticut, treats children, teens, and adults with every type of foot and ankle problem. He has extensive training in diagnostics, limb preservation, and reconstruction of the forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle.
Dr. Lazaroff graduated Cum Laude from American University (AU) in Washington, DC, earning a Bachelor of Science in biology before receiving his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
He went on to complete a three-year residency at the Yale New Haven Medical Center Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency Program (PMSR/RRA) in New Haven, Connecticut. Dr. Lazaroff is board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) in foot surgery and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery.
During his residency, Dr. Lazaroff co-authored a textbook chapter about the surgical management of the neuropathic foot, presented his work at regional conferences, and attended the Orthofix® external fixator course. He was also part of the multidisciplinary limb preservation clinic, which included podiatric surgery, interventional cardiology, and vascular surgery.
Dr. Lazaroff was trained by some of the most well-known foot and ankle surgeons in the country. He’s honored to receive the post of Section Chief for Podiatric Medicine and Surgery at St. Mary’s Hospital in Waterbury, Connecticut.
As a native of North Haven, Connecticut, Dr. Lazaroff is thrilled to be home again, providing podiatric care to members of the community.
Specializing in foot and ankle surgery. With extensive training in foot and ankle reconstruction, Dr. Paternina is proud to serve patients at Foot & Ankle Premier Specialists, with locations Hoboken, Jersey City, Bayonne, Ridgefield, & Bloomfield, NJ.
After graduating in 2008 from Saint Peter’s University in Jersey City, New Jersey, with a Bachelor of Science in biology, Dr. Paternina enrolled in Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. In 2014, she graduated in the top 5% of her class and completed her residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, a Level II trauma center.
During her time as a resident, Dr. Paternina received comprehensive training in reconstructive surgery of complex foot and ankle deformities, including foot and ankle joint replacement, flatfoot, trauma, limb salvage, and advanced training techniques in treating difficult wounds. Her surgical abilities were so impressive that she earned the title of chief resident during her final year.
In addition to her surgical abilities, Dr. Paternina’s areas of expertise include pediatrics, sports medicine, arthroscopy, cartilage transplantation, plastic surgery, dermatology, and general foot care. She is passionate about education and has devoted her time to lectures and medical studies, both nationally and internationally. With a deep respect for medical missions that help underserved communities, Dr. Paternina often donates her time and expertise to various nonprofit endeavors. She is also affiliated with Meridian Healthcare System.
When she is not working with her patients, Dr. Paternina enjoys traveling to new places, cycling, Zumba, kayaking, watching movies, and spending time with her family.
Dr. Joseph Cione attended Rutgers University where he received his Bachelors of Science degree in Biological Sciences and Sports Medicine in 1991. Following Rutgers University, he attended the New York College of Podiatric Medicine where he received his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree in 1995. He then completed a three year surgical residency at the Franciscan Health Systems of New Jersey in Hoboken. Currently Dr. Cione is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and a component member of the New Jersey Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Cione is Board Certified by the American College of Foot Surgeons and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot Surgeons. Dr. Cione is a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgeons.
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