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. 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.
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.
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.
Alan J. Rosen, DPM, from the Upper East Side of New York City, received his undergraduate degree in psychology from the State University of New York at Buffalo, before moving on to Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, Illinois. There, he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree, as well as a bachelor’s degree in biology. Dr. Rosen served his residency at the FDR Veterans Administration Medical Center at Montrose West Point Academy in New York.
A specialist in aesthetic podiatry, heel pain, podiatric sports medicine, podiatric surgery, and nail fungus treatment, Dr. Rosen was the official podiatrist of the New York City Marathon from 1992-1996. Board certified through the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, Dr. Rosen is also a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine. He has affiliations with a number of medical facilities including Mount Sinai - Beth Israel Hospital, Brookdale Hospital, Fifth Avenue Surgical Center, Gramercy Surgical Center, and AllCity Family Health Surgical Center.
Dr. Latoya Haskin, born and raised in New York, earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology at St. John's University in 2003. In 2007 she attained a Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She served as a first year Podiatric Medicine and Surgery resident(PMS-36) at Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center,and completed her last two years of residency at Beth Israel Medical Center,where she honed her leadership skills as Chief Resident in her third year. In 2010, Dr Haskin was accepted in to a wound care fellowship at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center. During the fellowship, she received certification in hyperbaric medicine. One of the highlights of her fellowship was presenting an abstract case report entitled, "The efficacy of Ultrasonic Debridement on a Chronic Foot Ulcer" at the world renowned Diabetic Global Foot Conference in Hollywood, California. Since completing the fellowship, Dr Haskin has worked in various capacities, including Hyperbaric Attending at Maimonides Medical Center.
Kenneth Meisler, DPM, is a podiatrist bringing more than four decades of experience in foot and ankle care to Kenneth Meisler, DPM, PLLC & Associates. The highly regarded physician serves people of all ages living in and around the Upper East Side of Manhattan in New York City.
Dr. Meisler began his career pursuits at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, earning his medical degree. Before entering private practice, Dr. Meisler completed a podiatry residency at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Around the same time, Dr. Meisler and his wife Laurie developed an interest in running marathons. That inspired him to join The Preventive and Sports Medicine Center, founded by Norbert Sander, MD, a sports medicine specialist.Together, Dr. Meisler and Dr. Sander treated thousands of athletes, addressing common foot problems like plantar fasciitis, bone spurs, and fractures.
Dr. Meisler then launched his own practice, which he built through word of mouth and stellar reviews. It’s now one of the largest and most respected podiatry practices in New York City, treating a wide range of podiatric concerns.
When he isn’t meeting with patients or developing treatments, Dr. Meisler serves in several other capacities. He’s co-chief, division of podiatry at New York Downtown Hospital, and he holds staff privileges there as well as at New York Presbyterian-Weill Cornell Medical Center and Mount Sinai Medical Center (all in New York City).
Outside of work, Dr. Meisler enjoys running marathons, playing tennis, and golfing. He’s also an avid horseback rider who loves the great outdoors. Dr. Meisler welcomes anyone experiencing foot or ankle problems to his self-titled practice today.
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.
Dr. Stephanie Hochman is a skilled podiatrist with over 20 years of experience providing personalized care for patients of all ages. She focuses on tailoring treatments to each patient lifestyle and needs, ensuring the best outcomes for foot and ankle health.
Dr. Hochman earned her Bachelor degree in Biological Sciences from Cornell University and her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine from Temple University. She completed her residency at the University of Pennsylvania-Presbyterian Medical Center, serving as Chief Resident, with additional surgical training at Englewood Hospital.
Her clinical interests include sports medicine, diabetic foot care, wound care, and maintaining patient independence. She also provides second opinions for surgical care.
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.
Dr. Coppola attended Montclair State University where he received a Bachelors of Sciences Degree in Biological Sciences and Chemistry in 1991. Dr. Coppola attended The New York College of Podiatric Medicine and received his medical degree in 1995. Dr. Coppola completed his surgical residency with the Roseland Surgical Center. In 1996, Dr. Coppola entered into private, professional practice. He is a Board Certified Surgeon with The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and served as the President of the Board of Directors at the Glen Ridge Surgical Center. In addition, Dr. Coppola is on staff with Hackensack Mountainside Hospital Department of Surgery located in Montclair, NJ and was named a Top Doctor by New Jersey Monthly in 2011.
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.
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