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.
Board-certified podiatrist Shweta Raina, DPM, brings considerable experience in podiatric medicine and orthopedic surgery to New York City Ankle & Foot. She is currently seeing patients at two locations in Jackson Heights and Woodside, Queens.
Dr. Raina graduated from the prestigious four-year podiatric residency at New York Presbyterian-Queens in Flushing, New York.
Dr. Raina specializes in advanced reconstructive surgical techniques for sports injuries, fractures, arthritis, and limb deformities, such as:
-Bunionectomy and hammertoe surgery.
-Flat foot and cavus foot reconstruction surgery.
-Ligament and tendon augmentation/repair procedures such as Achilles tendon repair and chronic ankle instability repair.
-Foot and ankle fracture surgery.
-Diabetic limb salvage.
Dr. Raina supervises the monthly trauma conference at Jamaica Hospital. She also holds privileges at New York Presbyterian-Queens and Flushing Hospital Medical Center.
Dr. Raina has a warm and friendly demeanor. She believes in taking a “whole-body” approach to each patient’s unique history and medical conditions, as well as their age and lifestyle before developing a treatment plan. Dr. Raina always sets aside time to spend with each individual and discusses all options for treatment before moving forward.
She is fluent in English, Spanish, and Hindi.
Dr. Raina welcomes any man, woman, or family seeking improved podiatric health to New York City Ankle & Foot today.
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.
At the practice of Michael J. Brunetti, DPM, PC, our experienced team offers conservative and non-surgical treatments to help patients in the Greater New York City Area remedy all aspects of podiatric medicine including heel pain, tendon pain, ingrown nails, warts, flat feet, tendon injuries and other common podiatric conditions. Dr. Brunetti is the leading provider of podiatric services in the New York City Area.
In addition, our practice also specializes in the physical rehabilitation of the foot and ankle. Our team combines physical therapy with podiatric medicine to offer lasting relief from many common podiatric concerns, including Achilles tendonitis, neuromas, sports injuries, ankle sprains, tendon injuries, plantar fasciitis, and much more. Our therapists take great pride in the fact that our emphasis is solely on the foot and ankle.
Our staff will set up a comprehensive rehabilitation plan that is specific for your condition and apply all means of therapy including laser, ultrasound, soft-tissue mobilization and all theraputic exercises to restore movement and health.
Our therapists work one-on-one, person to person until you are fully recovered. All of our patients receive the individual treatment they need to return to their normal activites.
Alan Berman, DPM, FACFAS, is a podiatrist at Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group. He provides comprehensive foot and ankle care to patients at the practice’s locations in Mount Kisco, Fishkill, Newburgh, and Carmel, New York, and Danbury, Connecticut.
Dr. Berman earned his medical degree in 1984 from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and has served Putnam County residents in his private podiatry practice for over 25 years.
He is a member in good standing of the American Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Berman is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. This dual board certification allows Dr. Berman's patients to comfortably choose either surgical care or state-of-the-art non-surgical care. Additionally, Dr. Berman is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and he is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association.
Dr. Berman has medical and surgical privileges at both Putnam Hospital Center and Danbury Hospital, he is on the surgical staff at Orthopaedic & Specialty Surgery Center in Danbury, and he is the Podiatric medical provider at the Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Oxygen at Putnam Hospital.
Dr. Berman earned his medical degree in 1984 from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and he served Putnam County residents in his private podiatry practice for 25 years from 1985-2010 before joining Somers Orthopaedic Surgery & Sports Medicine Group in 2011.
Dr. Berman is the author of numerous articles for local newspapers and magazines on foot-related health issues. He was the founding director of Podiatry at Monsey Family Medical Center from 1992-1994.
Dr. Berman has an advanced specialty in bunion treatment and achieved A Center of Excellence for the Lapiplasty 3D Bunion correction, and he offers comprehensive foot and wound care for diabetic patients.
He was awarded top doctor from NY Top Docs, a division of USA Top Docs, in 2024.
When not involved with his passion for providing quality podiatric care, Dr. Berman enjoys spending time with family and friends, and he is an avid golfer.
Through active listening and thoughtful questioning, we aim to deliver high-quality care that utilizes the most recent advancements in podiatric care. This includes both surgical and conservative foot and ankle care.
As an established board-certified podiatrist, published author, lecturer, and educator, William D. Spielfogel, DPM, is a trusted foot and ankle expert. Dr. Spielfogel cares for patients at Hamilton Foot and Ankle Associates’ offices in Upper East Side Manhattan and Bay Ridge of Brooklyn, New York.
After earning his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the prestigious New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, Dr. Spielfogel went through rigorous patient care training. He completed a competitive foot and ankle surgical residency program through New York College of Podiatric Medicine affiliated hospitals.
Dr. Spielfogel went on to become board certified in foot surgery through the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He holds a certification in extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) for noninvasive treatment of soft tissue injuries. Additionally, Dr. Spielfogel maintains professional memberships with the American Podiatric Medical Association, the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and the New York State Podiatric Medical Association.
Outside of the clinic, Dr. Spielfogel serves as the chief of podiatry in the department of orthopaedic surgery, as well as the director of the podiatric medicine and surgery residency program, at Northwell Health Lenox Hill Hospital in New York. He is even the vice president of The Foundation for Podiatric Medicine, an educational, scientific, and research branch of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association.
Dr. Spielfogel also co-chairs the New York State Podiatric Medical Association’s clinical conference in New York City. This conference provides continuing foot and ankle medical education to over 1,000 podiatrists annually.
Being affiliated with both Lenox Hill Hospital and Maimonides Medical Center give Dr. Spielfogel the opportunity to provide care for patients in some of New York City’s most technologically advanced hospitals. Patients of Dr. Spielfogel commend his ability to find effective treatments for them and following up regularly throughout their treatment plan.
Mathew Yagudayev, DPM, is a highly skilled foot and ankle surgeon who has advanced training in innovative treatment solutions and minimally invasive procedures. Dr. Yagudayev cares for patients at Hamilton Foot and Ankle Associates, located in Upper East Side Manhattan and Bay Ridge of Brooklyn, New York.
For his undergraduate studies, Dr. Yagudayev attended Queens College, City University of New York in Flushing, where he graduated magna cum laude. He was then accepted into graduate school and earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. Dr. Yagudayev graduated as valedictorian of his class.
After graduation, Dr. Yagudayev went through a comprehensive foot and ankle surgical residency at the Northwell Health Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City. During his residency, Dr. Yagudayev received extensive training in elective surgeries of the foot and ankle, including cosmetic surgery. He is board qualified in foot and ankle surgery through the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Dr. Yagudayev specializes in conservative management of foot and ankle pathology with the use of custom foot orthosis. He also has special interests in pediatric pathology of the foot and ankle, in addition to sports medicine, wound care, and trauma.
Being fluent in both English and Russian give Dr. Yagudayev the opportunity to communicate with patients who may otherwise struggle with language barriers. Patients of Dr. Yagudayev appreciate his willingness to spend time with them during appointments. He’s known for his compassionate bedside manner and nurturing demeanor.
Dr. Howard Reifer received his medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. His primary podiatric residency was completed at the Brunswick General Hospital and podiatric surgical fellowship training was completed at the Brooklyn Hospital Center. He is a current member of American Podiatric Medical Association.
Dr. Howard Reifer has practiced podiatry for over 15 years and has earned a reputation for excellent care. He is extensively trained in providing comprehensive care of the foot and ankle, whether trauma from sports injuries, ankle sprains, plantar fasciitis, heel pain, ingrown toe nails, corns, calluses, and warts. Each patient is thoroughly evaluated and all treatment options are explained completely and in terms that are easily understood.
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. Abramow graduated with his degree in Podiatric Medicine from the College of Podiatric Medicine, in 1980. He then completed his surgical residency at West Haven Veterans Administration Medical Center, a Yale Medical School Teaching Hospital..
Dr. Abramow specializes in all aspects of podiatry, including:
Podiatric Medicine
Foot Surgery and Rehabilitation
Laser Surgery
Sports Medicine
Dr. Abramow has obtained certification in the following:
Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Board Certified in Foot Surgery
Orthopedics - Board Certified in Foot Orthopedics
Certified Diplomate/Fellow, International College of Podiatric Laser Surgery Dermatological and Plastic Laser Surgery
Dr. Abramow is affiliated with the following Podiatric Medical Organizations:
Diplomate - American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery
Fellow - American College of Foot Surgeons
Fellow - International Collage of Podiatric Laser Surgery
Member - American Association of Hospital Podiatrists
Member - American Academy of Podiatric Medicine
Member - American Podiatric Medical Association
Dr. Abramow is affiliated with the following American Medical Associations:
Fellow, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Certified in Dermatological and Plastic Laser Surgery, Jewish Hospital, University of Cincinnati
Teaching/Administrative Positions:
Adjunct Faculty, Division of Post-Doctorate Education, New York College of Podiatric Medicine, New York, NY 1989 - Present
American College of Foot Surgeons. The Section on Podiatric Laser Surgery 1991 - Present
Co-Director, Podiatric Surgical Residency Training, Medical Arts Center Hospital, New York, NY 1989 - 1993
Vice - President - American Academy of Podiatry Laser Surgery 1982 - 1983
Dr. Shapiro graduated with his degree in Podiatric Medicine from New York College of Podiatric Medicine, in 1990. He then completed a residency in podiatric medicine and surgery at New York College of Podiatric Medicine and Affiliated Hospitals and Institutions from 1990 - 1991.
Dr. Shapiro specializes in all aspects of podiatry, including:
Podiatric Medicine
Foot Surgery and Rehabilitation
Laser Surgery
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy
Ankle Arthroscopy
Podopediatrics
Dr. Shapiro has obtained certification in the following:
Board Certified - American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine
Board Qualified - Podiatric Surgery
Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with the following Podiatric Medical Organizations:
Associate - American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Dr. Landsman graduated with a doctorate in Podiatric Medicine from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, in 1987. He then completed a residency in podiatric medicine and surgery at Michigan Osteopathic Medical Center from 1987 - 1988. At the same time Dr. Landsman also completed a rotating residency in podiatric surgery from Botsford General Hospital.
Dr. Landsman specializes in all aspects of podiatric medicine, including:
Podiatric Medicine
Foot and Ankle Surgery and Rehabilitation
Laser Surgery
Sports Medicine
Podopediatrics
Dr. Landsman has obtained board certification in the following:
Diplomate - American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Board Certified in Foot Surgery
Orthopedics - Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Orthopedics
Fellow, American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery
Diplomate, International College of Podiatric Laser Surgery
Dr. Landsman is affiliated with the following Podiatric Medical Organizations:
Diplomate - American Board of Podiatric Surgery
Diplomate - American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics
Fellow - American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
Fellow, American College of Foot Orthopedists
International College of Podiatric Laser Surgery
American Podiatric Medical Association
New York State Podiatric Medical Association
Staff Physician - Detroit International Marathon, 1987, 1988
Dr. Zaiff is a highly respected New York-based Podiatrist. He has been providing his patients with the most advanced foot care treatments and the latest surgical procedures for twenty-five years. He is an expert in podiatric medicine and surgery, laser surgery, and the medical management of foot diseases. He specializes in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery; podopediatrics; the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of foot and ankle conditions; diabetic foot care; sports related injuries; and general foot care treatment.
Podiatry specialty services includes: Reconstructive foot and ankle surgery; Diabetic wound care; Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) for Plantar Fasciitis, Heel Spurs and Achilles Tendonitis; and Sports Medicine.
Dr. Zaiff is leading the way to deliver the most effective foot care treatments and exceptional surgical services. His practice was the first podiatric center in New York City to receive accreditation as an office-based surgical facility by the Joint Commission for Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations (JCAHO). The JCAHO accredits, certifies, and independently monitors more than 17,000 health care organizations and programs in the United States. This certification signifies excellence in the level of patient quality care and a commitment to meet medical performance standards. As an outpatient, Office Based Surgery center we adhere to medical compliances, outstanding patient care, and the offering of valuable information.
Dr. Zaiff is a Board Certified Podiatrist and holds a degree in Podiatric Medicine from the New College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed a residency in Podiatric Medicine and Foot Surgery at New York College of Podiatric Medicine, and Affiliated Hospitals and Institutions.
His distinguished credentials include: Diplomate, American Board of Podiatric Surgery; Fellow, American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons; Fellow, International College of Podiatric Laser Surgery; Member, American Podiatric Medical Association; Member, New York State Podiatric Medical Association; Member, American Academy of Podiatric Medicine; Member, American Association of Hospital Podiatrists.
“The front desk team is always welcoming and the staff is professional. I have been a patient of Dr. Zaiff for a long time and he gives the best care to his patients. ”
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.
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.
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.