Dr. Aamir Ahmed

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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.

Manhattan Podiatry Group provides comprehensive podiatry care for adults and children at its New York City offices located in Downtown Manhattan, Midtown Manhattan, Staten Island, and the Manalapan, New Jersey. Board-certified podiatrist and surgeon Mark Sharobeem, DPM, customizes treatment to provide each patient with the most advanced level of care..

The office features the latest technology and treatments for all podiatry needs. Patients benefit from advanced, minimally invasive foot and ankle surgeries and healing regenerative therapies for conditions such as bunions, heel pain, and neuromas. Other foot and ankle concerns Dr. Sharobeem treats include hammertoes, fractures, and ingrown toenails.

The caring staff provides every patient with a comfortable, high-quality experience and takes the time to address any questions or concerns. The goal at Manhattan Podiatry Group is to get patients back to their normal levels of activity and health as soon as possible.

Call Manhattan Podiatry Group or use the online booking feature to schedule a podiatry appointment today.

Antonious Eskandar, DPM, is an experienced podiatrist at Advanced Foot Care, LLC, in East Orange, New Jersey. Dr. Eskandar completed his undergraduate degree at The College of Staten Island in New York in 2005, majoring in biology and minoring in chemistry. After completing his medical degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2009, he finished his four-year podiatric surgical residency at the New York-Presbyterian Queens Hospital in 2013, specializing in limb salvage, reconstructive foot and ankle surgeries, and foot and ankle trauma/fractures. Dr. Eskandar has given numerous presentations on subjects in his field at various hospitals in New York throughout his career. He continues to stay abreast of the latest advancements in his field as a member of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. Attentive and dedicated to patient education, Dr. Eskandar devotes time to carefully explaining all procedures and conditions to his patients and helping them understand all trea

Richard Corbin, FACFAS, DPM, is a board-certified podiatrist on the team of providers at Garden State Foot & Ankle Specialists, which has convenient locations in Plainfield, Scotch Plains, Springfield, and Linden, New Jersey. He’s extensively trained in a wide array of foot and ankle pathologies and specializes in conservative and surgical treatment options, including trauma and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Corbin completed the revered podiatric residency program at Hoboken University Medical Center in New Jersey, serving as chief resident. He then went on to serve as the podiatry section chief at Muhlenberg Regional Medical Center in Plainfield, New Jersey, working in the role for over eight years until the hospital closed.

It has been over 25 years since Dr. Corbin joined Garden State Foot & Ankle Specialists, and during this time, he has served on the podiatric residency committee at two of the top programs in New Jersey at Morristown Medical Center and Hoboken University Medical Center. He’s also a staff member several local surgery centers, including Hackensack Meridian Health JFK Medical Center in Edison, New Jersey, and Overlook Medical Center in Summit, New Jersey.

Dr. Corbin is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He welcomes new and existing patients to Garden State Foot & Ankle Specialists.

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.

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. 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. 

Dr. Caroline Tiglio is a skilled and knowledgeable podiatrist who earned her doctoral degree from Temple University. She currently practices with DOCTORS UNITED, INC at different locations across Ardsley, Yonkers and White Plains, NY. She believes in making cost effective and quality healthcare accessible to everyone in the community. Dr. Tiglio tends to patients struggling with a variety of concerns including diabetic foot, foot injuries, wound care, nail abnormality and toenail problems, among other foot related consultations. She strives to make patients feel comfortable in her presence. Dr. Tiglio spends time with her patients to explain their condition and give every suitable option available to them before moving on to surgery. She strives to aid the process of well-being and development of patients in an efficient and effective manner. Her passion for helping others is evident in her high quality patient care.