DO NOT TRUST YOUR FEET WITH THIS DOCTOR!…read more I visited Dr. Del Monte to have a few corns removed from my small toes on both feet. They weren't causing me any pain and it was only a cosmetic concern. At my consultation, he was quick to say I'd need surgery and given all the positive reviews I read on here I trusted him with all my heart and proceeded with the surgery. On the day of the surgery, a nurse asked me during pre-op if I was there for hammertoe surgery. This surprised me, as I had only asked Dr. Del monte to remove a few corns. When I brought it up with him, he explained, 'It's the same thing.' I trusted him and didn't question him any further. During our consultation, Dr. Del Monte had also convinced me to have my bunion removed. He explained that he would use a new procedure called lapiplasty, which involves inserting a metal plate to correct the deformity. He assured me that this technique was much simpler than a traditional bunionectomy and promised a three-month recovery time, with my feet looking great afterward. Fast forward to 8 months post-surgery, I realized that I can no longer curl up my toes like I used to. My toes can now only fan up and down in one direction (like a plastic doll's toes) and they were shortened too (something which I had do never asked him to do). Regarding the lapiplasty portion of the surgery, the recovery was far from the easy experience I was led to expect. It changed the way I walk, requiring me to undergo hours of physical therapy. I even had to have another surgery to remove the plate in hopes of finding relief and improving my gait, but unfortunately, that did not help. Dr. Del Monte downplayed the significance of the surgery and failed to adequately explain what it would entail. His poor clinical judgment has caused me immense pain and depression, to the point where I've been on antidepressant medication for over a year now. I'm only 30 years old and I've never faced as many issues as I have following the surgeries performed by Dr. Del Monte. I no longer enjoy doing yoga and pilates classes as I used to given how stiff and rigid my toes feel. My toes no longer feel natural and I constantly wear socks to avoid seeing the awful scars that have been left behind. I do not recommend getting surgery with Dr. Del Monte. He tried to make money of me and test a metal plate at the expense of costing me my mental and physical wellbeing. Once I addressed these issues with him, he only gaslit me by saying corn removal surgery and hammer toe surgery are the same thing and he constantly downplayed the situation by saying it will get better. I'm now almost 2 years post-surgery and things have not gotten better and I continue to struggle every single day. I even sought a second opinion from another qualified surgeon, who informed me that this surgery should never have been performed in the first place and there is no way to reverse any of it. If anyone is considering this type of bunion surgery, please do not let him talk you into it. I strongly urge you to join the "Lapiplasty before, during, after" Facebook group. There, you can read the experiences of hundreds of patients who, like me, were persuaded to undergo surgery by surgeons more interested in testing their devices than in the well-being of their patients. I have attached before-and-after pictures of my feet for reference. As you can see, I didn't even have a significant bunion; I sought this surgery solely for cosmetic reasons, but I ended up worse off. Doctors are supposed to be healers and take an oath to do no harm. Sadly this doctor did the opposite and I regret going to him with all my heart.

I went to Dr John Delmonte on November 2023 because of pain on bunion, right away he recommended a…read morenew procedure called Labplasty, he said recovery would only be 6 weeks, one year later I'm so much worse off than before, after 8 weeks I kept complaining of pain and he was dismissive, kept saying it was normal and just kept prescribing medication, after 5 months of pain and discomfort he decided to remove the hardware he had put into my foot, I still was not getting better so in June 2024 I decided to go see another doctor who proceeded to get me an MIR and a CT scan which Dr Delmonte never suggested to find out what was happening,the Ct revealed that two of my bones are not fused, the new doctor told me that in her opinion the surgery that he performed was to aggressive for such a simple problem. Now I have to deal with another operation, which would make it the third in less than a year, I'm in constant pain, my foot gets swollen if I walk more than an hour and I have numbness which new doctor said is irreversible, my life has changed so much, I can only wear sneakers, if I even wear flats my foot is swollen in less than an hour, please don't go to Dr Delmonte,when I used to go to him I started paying attention and realize that he would suggest surgery to so many of his patients,I am going to file a complaint against him, my life hasn't been the same. I wrote this in hopes that I may help people not go thru what I'm going thru

Let's start by saying WOW! GREAT! FANSTATIC! Love this place and all who work here. Front desk is a…read morejoy to walk in, cause they are so friendly! Joy who works at the front desk is just that, a JOY and a Blessed perfect name for her, cause she is all that! You could feel down and your pain is at a high, but she just makes you feel so welcomed with her smile and joyful voice! And Lisa who mimics the same response as Joy with her smile and friendly response! Both of these ladies take care of all your scheduling to make everything convenient and Lisa makes sure all the finance and payments are right to get the best out of your plan! Mike the massage therapist does a great job strong hands and talks you through everything! And Ron who is very familiar with my Martial Arts and the pressure point that I need to be addressed for my elasticity and stretching! Dr. Coachman who is always on top of his game and knowledge base! He listens attentively to his patients and their needs with a relaxed demeanor and smile! He evaluates you depending on your needs, jobs, pain and any and all aspect to get you back to health! And one of the few places if not the only that has the DRX 9,000 stretch rack for the back! Im a Martial Artist for many years and I come in with my own issues from my back, shoulder and hip which he helped me tremendously! Dr Coachman works hand an hand with the Physical Therapist Dr Rachelle and Dr.Kyung the Acupuncturist and Dr Julia! Dr.Kyung the Acupuncturist which is unbelievable with all the ancient knowledge of her profession and her passion to easy your pain! Also Dr Julia who is the Physician Assistant another lovely Lady who takes care of all your prescriptions for X rays, MRI, Cat Scans and physical etc! Dr Rachelle the therapist is unbelievable with her knowledge base and its off the charts! She is in tune with all the new therapy and equipment that is needed for all the pain issues people have! With the Probe Electrical Stimulation that she is using on me now for my hand surgery is a game changer! I feel the difference all ready it's given me for my hand and thumb in a short period of time! She always stays in touch with my hand sergeant for all updates and progress with Dr Shearin! And I want to thank management for listening to her to approved Probe cause it is making a big impact to my recovery! This place has everything that is need for all aspects for your recovery and I recommend them a 1,000 PERCENT So Be Blessed and Safe with your Pain and Recovery! I will show after pictures when finally healed and off the therapy!

I started going to this office through a recommendation made on Facebook…read more So glad that I decided to give them a try. Their amazing, friendly, and professional staff greeted me and came up with a treatment plan for my situation. I can't say enough good things about this office. They truly care for their patients. If you are looking for an excellent physical therapist, acupuncturist & massage therapist, do go there. Shout out to the front desk women who greet you with a smile every time you go there. You will not be disappointed. A big thank you to this amazing group! Gerry Treonze

Dr Pruthi and team took my foot care incredibly seriously. I went from dealing with chronic pain to…read morea complete recovery with my plantar fasciitis because of Dr P! The staff are kind, flexible and make you feel more than just a patient. Highly recommend!

Dr. Rebecca Pruthi and her staff are truly amazing! Everyone there is incredibly knowledgeable,…read morethorough, and so so pleasant. This is hands down the best experience I've ever had with a doctor. On top of her phenomenal bed side manner and knowledge, her office is so efficient. I was able to get x-rays, a consultation, and physical therapy all in the same day. She is not only helping me heal a year old ankle sprain (my previous podiatrist and PT never addressed the cause of the issue) but her advice on proper footwear and how to correct my overpronation has been life changing for me (I never realized how much ankle and hip pain is connected our feet). Take care of you feet people, they vital to your overall health! Don't ignore or prolong any pain.

My mom has been going to Dr. Lipkin for the past 20 years. He has been highly recommended to me by…read moremy mom. He's always been an amazing doctor to my mom. He has also been my doctor and helped me with my plantar facitus. I was unable to walk and had a lot of pain while walking. After seeing Dr. Lipkin a few times. I am now pain free and no longer have an issue for many years now. I helped my mom get to her appointment. I really wanted to thank Dr. Lipkin and his amazing staff for always going above and beyond for his patients.

Dr. Lipkin is wonderful. I found Dr. Lipkin on ZocDoc as my previous Manhattan podiatrist was out…read moreof network. So glad I found him! He explained what needed to be done thoroughly, was realistic about healing time, etc., and was a very good listener. He removed a bone spur from my big toe which was causing me not to be able to wear any shoes with a bend in the toe area. This was done in June and even though I am not ready for shoes, I've spent the entire summer in my beloved flip flops which have been just fine by me! Thank you Dr. Lipkin!

Dr. Roscoe Chang, DPM, is an excellent podiatrist who is extremely knowledgeable, polite, and…read moregenuinely engaging. It is very clear that he truly enjoys what he does and values being a foot doctor. He takes the time to explain things and answers questions thoroughly, which makes a huge difference as a patient seeking care. It is also easy to get an appointment, and the office staff is consistently helpful and professional. I especially appreciate that they are easily reachable by text. I actually go out of my way to see Dr. Chang for my treatment because I completely trust his care and judgment.

Outstanding Care at North Prime Podiatry Office!…read more ___________________________________________ If you're searching for a fantastic podiatrist, look no further -- Dr. Chang is your guy! Located in the heart of Brooklyn's Chinatown (57th Street & 7th Avenue -- accessible via the N, R train; B65, B70 bus), this office is easy to reach (with an elevator to the 3rd floor) and features a team of expertly trained and caring staff who will make you feel right at home. The wait time is minimal in the new, modern, and spacious waiting area, which even displays a wide range of orthopedic shoes for trying on. Did somebody say "shoe shopping"? Wow! Waiting will never feel the same...and it's so worth it... ...because Dr. Chang is not only an incredibly skilled podiatrist; he also possesses a wonderful uplifting personality and deep compassion for his patients. He is a rare breed of doctor with a great sense of humor who can heal your feet while easing your mind and heart. Rest assured, all your questions and concerns will be genuinely heard and addressed. I highly recommend Dr. Chang and his entire team at North Prime Podiatry for any foot, toenail, orthopedic, vascular wound, musculoskeletal injury, movement, or pain-related issues. I guarantee you won't be disappointed!

This practice never answers the phone. I have called over 30 times over the past 2 weeks and no…read moreresponse. Their Voicemail is full. Is this practice out of business or is this just abysmal front desk service?

So happy I found this place, ever since I visited, I been treated with LOVE. From the moment you…read moresee the front the desk to the moment you see the doctor. They treat you more than just a patient. Dr. La Puma always makes fun out of every appointment. Keep it real and honest with you as well. I decided to give this place a try despite all the negative reviews and to me it was all BULLSHIT . I am a big reviewer, and I believe that if there was an issue, the office would do its job to fix it. The Nurses/ Girls that work the front do an amazing job from calling you to remind of you appointments to making you laugh every-time you visit. Love the place. Currently working on my foot problem. Everything takes time.

I was referred to Dr. Silverstein by my mother who has similar issues with her feet and we both…read morelove the care and treatment that we get from him. I need orthotics, which is hard for a young woman in her 30's to deal with, but he's been more than generous and understanding. He's a true professional and I wish that all of my doctors were as reliable, patient, thorough and kind as he is. He's also been very flexible about seeing me early in the mornings when needed to fit my schedule. I'd recommend him any day of the week!

I've been Dr. Silverstein's patient for more than 20 years. He has treated my heel spurs and other…read morefoot ailments using different modalities--several different types of orthotics, steroidal injections, herbal injections, walking boots, night-time boots, etc. Dr. Silverstein is a caring, wonderful and honest man. He keeps up with the latest literature in his field. I have referred a number of my friends to him, and every one of them has been satisfied with his care. I believe he is on many insurance panels--he has certainly been "in network" for me the entire time I've been his patient.

Such a fan of Dr. Lipkin! He's easily one of the most personable doctors I've dealt with, and I've…read morenever felt rushed out of his office. He's gone the extra mile for me on several occasions - combining appointments for my various foot issues and working with me through problems with my insurance. Good doctor and good human. Can't beat that combo!

Very professional, knowledgeable and gives you accurate and easy to understand description of your…read morecondition and possible treatments