Dr. Papathomas is an excellent doctor. I've been seeing her for over 10 years for my annual podiatry visits. She is always attentive, informative, and thorough. For example, several years ago she measured my feet for custom inserts to treat my plantar fasciitis. She carefully explained how to break them in: one hour on the first day, two hours the next, gradually increasing until I could wear them for at least eight hours a day. She also injected pain medication into my feet (ouch!) to provide temporary relief. Thanks to her care, I eventually fully recovered. I've also seen other podiatrists at this practice during emergency visits when Dr. Papathomas wasn't available. Like her, they are highly skilled and clearly explained their diagnoses. The front desk staff are friendly and helpful. I always feel well taken care of here. I highly recommend Cherrywood Foot Care. read more

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I have to say, my visit with Dr. Marcus Shapiro was unreal. He's incredibly personable and made me feel comfortable right away. Even his assistant checked in and apologized for him being a little behind, which I really appreciated. Dr. Shapiro explained everything so thoroughly and has such a great, calming demeanor. Truly a great experience from start to finish. read more

This office is so clean! The staff is friendly and professional! Dr Shapiro was amazing!! He diagnosed my problem and helped me fix it.. I am now able to walk so much better! Highly recommended !!!! read more

Yesterday while in extreme pain from an ingrown toenail I was seen by Dr. Rupal Oza. She is without a doubt the most skillful and compassionate physician who treated me on an emergency basis and yet gave me all the time I needed. I recommend her and the entire office highly. Elizabeth read more

As a nurse working 14 hour shifts if I can't walk, I can't work. Dr. Marcus Shapiro at Cherrywood Foot Care worked with me over a few short weeks to end my crippling heel pain. My only regret was not seeing him sooner. I don't think people realize how much we take for granted in being able to walk without pain. Thanks to the care of Dr. Shapiro I am now pain free. The entire staff was welcoming and kind. I highly recommend this office. read more

my bunion is worse after surgery Go elsewhere Think twice before you let them do surgery on your feet read more

One of the reasons why I take a 50 mile roundtrip drive to Cherrywood Footcare every 6 - 8 weeks is because of Dr. Pappathomas. As far as podiatrists are concerned, she is number one in my book. It's not only because of her professionalism. It's not only because of her expertise. Nor is it only because of her positive, sunny attitude. It's simply because of her genuine care and patience that she has for her patients - something that is increasingly rare and lacking within the healthcare system. #ILoveDrPappathomas read more

Like many people I put off getting a severe calloused area treated for fear of pain and down-time in recuperating. Dr Cohen treated me with skill and gentleness, and was very congenial and professional. He answered all of my questions and recommended certain changes in my footcare habits that would prevent recurrence of the problem. Hope I don't need to revisit but, if needed, I would not hesitate to see him again and I certainly recommend his office to anyone reluctant to seek foot care! read more

Dr. Shapiro and his staff are fantastic! They are supportive and always responsive. I highly recommend Cherrywood Foot Care, they are professional and treat you respectfully. Dr Shapiro is caring and treats his patients with patience. He is the best! He looked out for me during my current injury and monitored my healing and recovery to ensure proper treatment. I am forever grateful. read more

Use caution with this office . I scheduled an appointment because on the phone they said the Dr. I was seeing was in network with my plan for the concern I had . When I went in for that concern which was bunions and needed them removed all of a sudden the Dr. Was not in network for that procedure . So why did they see me as a patient and charge the insurance for the visit ? Either your in the network for ALL foot care services or your not in network at all ! They completely wasted my time telling me on the phone the Dr was in network. You can't pick and choose when you feel like being in the network for certain things but you don't want to be in network for other things . Either you are or you are not at all ! I took my business over to Livingston foot care and their taking very good care of me and they are in network for ALL of my foot care needs not a chosen few ! Beware make sure you ask before you go there that they are in network for all of your foot care needs. read more

Another great experience at Cherrywood Foot Care. I didn't have an appointment, but a very nice lady named Donna fit me in to see Dr. Papathomas, whom I had seen a few years ago for something else. Donna was very patient, helpful, and has a great sense of humor, while I was filling out forms prior to my visit, as I was encountering some glitches online. Everyone there, from the front desk, to the assistants, and of course Dr. Papathomas, was extremely friendly, pleasant, and accommodating to me. The office and the exam rooms are very clean and modern, and the pride taken in this podiatry medical office, is quite evident. The main thing, my concerns were addressed, I was treated with care and expertise, never felt rushed or dismissed, and was given clear instructions during my consultation. I would not hesitate going to this podiatry office, because anyone experiencing foot related issues, will most certainly be well taken care of, and leave there with peace of mind, which is of the utmost importance. read more

I highly recommend Cherrywood Footcare. Dr. Pappathomas is so wonderful and caring. I've never had to wait more than a few minutes for my appointment. I've been happy with the care I've received here. read more

Billing practices are very strange. They seem to want to make you pay out of pocket for some reason rather than do things through your insurance. I have insurance for a reason. I would like for it to help me as much as it can but this place seems to think otherwise. read more

Dr. Spinner went above and beyond to help me get the medicine I needed. Thank you. Cheryl read more

I would give this place zero stars simply because of their billing practices and front desk staff. I came into this office because my foot doctor retired and I was having an emergency. The doctor was great and the procedure went well. Except he asked me to come in for two follow up visits. The first follow up visit was free of charge for me, even though the receptionist tried to collect my copay. This was covered under a "global" period since I had just paid for the procedure the week prior so I didn't have to pay a copay. The doctor said my toe was healing great and had zero issues. But he still asked me to come in two weeks later to check again. Thinking it would still be under the umbrella of my initial procedure, I went. Both follow up visits were less than a minute long. After the second follow up visit they billed my insurance for a third time and asked me for a co-pay. This time, apparently, it wasn't covered under a "global" period and they billed my insurance for a regular doctors visit instead of a follow up which is what it was. Again each follow up visit was less than a minute long (after driving in from Suffolk county during a work day). Why would the doctor ask me to come in for a third time for an absolutely pointless appointment if it was no longer under the "global" period? The answer is to scam me and my insurance and make money for doing nothing. I voiced my concern over this several times at the office, over the phone and to my insurance. Today, while staring my frustration over a complete waste of my time and money, the front desk told me "well at least you have insurance some people don't." What does that have to do with this issue? Yes, the health care system in this country is a complete scam and harmful to everyone. I'm well aware. But that's not the issue here and was a completely inappropriate and out of line comment. She also said "I had witnesses in the waiting room" from my last visit when I also tried to fight this charge. Seems like a threat to me. What an awful way to treat people. Not everyone has $50 to throw away. Shame on this awful place. I am now on the hunt for a new foot doctor. I wish mine hadn't retired. read more

I overheard one of the doctors complain, "What? Another patient??. And you're in the helping field??? I got nothing but an ace bandage for my foot problem and when I asked for my films, the male receptionist said, "We don't really do that kind of stuff??"" Low class podiatry at its best! read more

I had foot surgery to remove bone spurs. The surgery was done by Dr Erica Papathomas. Dr Papathomas is fantastic. Surgery went off on time and the aftercare and follow up were tremendous. Dr Papathomas is thorough, competent and has a wonderful bedside manner. Her staff is cordial and got me in to all my appointments on time or early. I cannot say enough good things about Dr Papathomas and the care I received. Highly recommended. read more

I would like to thank the staff for fitting me in on a Tuesday night at dinner time. I live around the corner so I called and told them I was having an emergency with my foot which i have had before. and I was in a lot of pain. Thanks to Dr. Papathomas for treating me and helping walk again by the next morning. read more

Don't be fooled by the "best podiatrist in Long Island" ratings that this place keeps getting. The ratings are mostly due to the fact that before, during, and after every appointment you have, you are forcibly given a flyer and basically begged to vote for them. Rather than ask how you are doing, the receptionists, nurses, and doctors will ask if you voted yet. So take that prestigious rating with a grain of salt. I was a patient here for about a year and in that time, the turnover of doctors was ridiculous. I saw three different podiatrists (all three are no longer at the practice) and was given no notification that my old podiatrist left and no reason why. So each time I came in for a follow-up appointment for an existing condition, I had to start all over again with a new doctor, three separate times. My condition was never resolved and I got so frustrated, I just stopped going back. I had a nodule removed from my toe and it was "sent away to radiology" and came back and apparently neither my doctor at the time or the radiologist could determine what it was. So I had to pay up to my deductible for the radiology that determined nothing. And no alternative was offered. I've since moved to California and decided to take up care with a new podiatrist and finally get this issue resolved. I call to get my records sent over and after being questioned as to why I want my own records sent to a new podiatrist, I'm told that there is a fee, but the individual who handles that isn't in and I had to call back the next day to even get information about how much the fee would be. Even if I wanted to go back to Cherrywood Foot Care (I don't), I couldn't because I'm living over 3,000 miles away on the other side of the country. Yet, I'm still expected to pay to get my own records sent over. I didn't read that anywhere in the HIPAA terms that I signed during my first visit and have never encountered that any other time I've had to get my records sent over to another doctor. Sure, I've filled out a privacy form or a release authorization, but never a fee. All this place cares about is your money. I'm sure there's a reason as to why the doctors keep dropping from this office like flies. The website is just a marketing scam to get customers, but when a serious condition arises, it seems like this place doesn't know how or doesn't care to handle it. But the poor communication, quality of service, and quality of doctors is a big enough reason to stay away from this place. read more

I've been here twice and have been treated by doctor Shapiro very nice man and very friendly. The receptionist and medical assistants were nice. read more

My daughter was a taken on the same day we called as a new patient. She had a seriously ingrown toenail which Dr. Papathomas cheerfully fixed. She also offered and performed a more permanent solution right then and there while the toe was already numb. We've been to 3 other podiatry offices for the same issues and they always ask her to wait and come back. (By the time the nail healed I could never get her to return for the procedure.) The entire staff at Cherrywood is wonderful. We had a great experience and my daughter actually looks forward to going back for the check up. Loved the little healing kit they offer for purchase right there in the office! So convenient and thoughtful! read more

After consulting with my Rheumatologist, he has placed me on a medication regiment for now. In light of this new treatment, please cancel my appointment that I had scheduled for Dr. Erica Papathomas, on Sat. 1/20/2018 at 9AM. Also if you could, inform her that her diagnosis was spot on. Having seen in the past an orthopedic doctor and a prior podiatrist for similar complaints, none of those doctors picked up on this issue or bothered to go the extra mile for a blood test to relate the complaint to actual evidence as to what was going on. Tens of thousands of dollars wasted on MIRS, x-rays, sonograms, injections and on doctors that failed to put the pieces of the puzzle together. Your practice should really be proud that you employ such an outstanding Doctor as "Doctor Papathomas". This new direction however does eliminate me as a patient, if my turf toe, which is different from gout, flares up again, I will be running back, well not running" hopping", to see Doctor Papathomas. I also will be coming in for my orthotic inserts every 6 months. In addition my wife will soon be coming in to see Doctor Papathomas and I will recommend her to anyone that requires her services. Thank you once again and if you could please pass my thoughts on to her, it would greatly be appreciated. Respectfully; A Tobin read more

Great doctors and staff !!! the doctors are so intelligent and go above and beyond !! The medical assistants and front staff are so welcoming and understanding. Great office to go to. read more

Had my foot worked on and they did a beautiful job. Actually, they always do a beautiful job. I feel great every time I walk out of there.

The worst. Go anywhere else for your foot care. As a result of their treatment, I am now going to an Orthopedist. Tried to charge me to get my xrays. Can you imagine.... read more

This is my first review online and I am doing so because I want to warn people about this office, Cherrywood Foot Care. According to this business, they have been rated #1 and The Best by voters. I went to this office because of location and because of this rating. This office was recommended to me by another health professional, as well. The doctors in this office seem to know very little about orthotics. I have flat feet and bunions. The orthotics ordered for me do not fit properly. At this point, I cannot wear them at all because they hurt my feet. I have seen another doctor who told me that the orthotics ordered for me at Cherrywood were not supportive enough for my feet. He also provided a diagnosis, which was never discussed at all by any of the doctors at this office. The doctors at this office did not want to hear what I was telling them. I experienced a very low level of attentiveness by the doctors. Something is not right with this office. Find a doctor who is affiliated with a teaching hospital. Do not waste your time and money at this office. read more

Avoid this place. Paid $950 for laser fungal nail removal (my insurance didnt cover it) which did absolutely nothing and failed. I was told in the beginning of the treatment that it would work wonders and significantly remove the fungus after a few sessions. Lo and behold a few sessions go by and literally, it did nothing. Every session is extremely painful and an incredible amount of burning, but despite going through this, I saw absolutely no improvement whatsoever. When I asked why, and asked about all their promises before I started treatment, an office staff member and doctor (forget their names) revealed that "further" treatment was necessary and that my condition was "advanced." Thanks, had I known that I would have sought other forms of treatment, like Lamisil or something else, which maybe would have saved me some money, and maybe covered by my insurance. Then they started asking for me to book more sessions and drop another $950. This office is a failure and their laser treatment is a scam. Save yourself money, hassle, and headaches and go to a reputable podiatrist. read more

I came to Cherrywood Foot Care on a recommendation from my doctor. Needless to say I was extremely disappointed. You doctor asked me what my problem was, took x-rays of my feet and told me I had plantar fasciitis. She never looked at my foot. When I asked her what I could do to ease the pain she told me a cortisone shot. I told her I didn't want the shot what else could she recommend. She walked out of the room. I was dismissed. It was either her way or no way. Needless to say I will never recommend Cherrywood. read more

Went for appointment to pick up Orthotics today. I understand I have to see a Dr. and can't just pick them up so that a copay can be charged for the visit. But, I had an 11:45 appointment and didn't see the Dr. until 12:45 - just to pick up Orthotics. I would have appreciated being told "we are running late. Would you like to come back later or reschedule?" instead of being told "the dr. will see you soon." The receptionist was very understanding and handled my agitation very professionally. However, the Dr. who I think is new was not very professional in appearance or manner, at all. As a matter of fact he looked like he just rolled out of bed after a long hard night. read more

Their laser fungi nail removal did not work for me and was quite painful. I wasted $450 plus $50 for laboratory (to prove that's what I have). I went there 3 times and experienced a great deal of pain for absolutely nothing. Don't waste your time and money and spare yourself some pain. Hope this helps someone. Still have my fungi nail in all it's glory. read more

I have seen Dr Burke on several occasions and have already recommended my family members to see him. The office staff is very friendly and there is little to no wait time to be seen. Dr Burke is very professional and talks to you on a very down to earth level. I always feel that he is not rushing me out of the office to get to his next patient. It seems that good doctors are few and far between these days and he and his staff get a gold star in my book. read more

Dr Papathomas,DPM great bedside manner which really does count when someone comes in with high anxiety awaiting a painful cortisone injection. Wonderful personality I am so pleased I went to her, I will definetly recommend her. Handled it perfectly! Thank you so much! read more

Always great , never a wait more than 10 minutes..Dr Papathomas is wonderful. The waiting room is small ,they only have about 12 chairs, but I still recommend it read more

I don't normally write reviews, but felt I should warn some people before scheduling a free consultation. I came into Cherrywood almost a year ago for a free consultation for the laser for toe nail fungus. A few weeks later I received a bill in the mail. I called them up and the lady stated she would take care of it and I don't have to pay anything. About a month later I received another bill for the same thing. I called them again and the lady stated she would look into it and call me back. She never called me back and I kept getting bills in the mail. I received a phone call a few months later from a different lady and when I called her back and told her I had already spoken to someone there and that I came in for a free consultation. She told me the same thing, that she would look into it and call me back. She never called me back. So now I have received another bill for the same thing again only this time they sent it over to a collection agency. Beware of scheduling a free consultation with this place, they might wind up charging you for it. read more

Yesterday, after 3 months of nail fungus laser treatment paid by credit card in full, I was informed that the Doctor who assured me 90% nail improvement had left or was fired and that maybe I was expecting miracles if I wanted to see improvements for more than 40% . By the way, the previous Doctor was more interested in in selling the treatment and products. I said I was not expecting miracles but by now I wanted to see at least some improvements, which by the way now my nails look worse than when I started the treatment. After, my visit they were quick to ask for the copayment and I explained that the visit was just a follow up from the laser treatment. I refused to pay the copayment and will call my insurance. In overall, I was robbed of my money and Cherrywood Foot Clinic will not even give me an option. According to Dr. Hailemichael, I am expecting miracles. I will dispute the charge to my credit card. read more