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Dr. Sandeep "Sandee" Sandhu, DPM, is a highly trained foot and ankle surgeon providing podiatric care at Specialized Foot and Ankle Care with locations in Carteret, Perth Amboy, and Edison, NJ.
Dr. Sandhu received her bachelor’s degree in biology at Seton Hall University. She then earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) credential at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine.
Dr. Sandhu went on to train at a comprehensive three year surgical residency at Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, NJ. This training placed an emphasis on minimally invasive surgical techniques, lower extremity trauma, reconstructive and elective surgery. In her last year, she served as academic chief resident; she was active in both presenting research at podiatric conferences and also attending educational podiatric courses.
Dr. Sandhu still pursues continuing podiatric education to maintain her advanced podiatry credentials. She specializes in elective minimally invasive surgery, sports medicine injuries and prevention, foot and ankle trauma and general clinical podiatry care. She enjoys getting to know her patients, and enjoys helping them get back on their feet to do what they love! She looks forward to caring for them at Specialized Foot and Ankle Care and welcomes new and existing patients to the practice.
Ankur Bahri, DPM, is a skilled, board-certified podiatrist at Specialized Foot and Ankle Care in Carteret, Perth Amboy, and Edison, New Jersey. He has over nine years of experience in podiatric surgery and medicine in hospital and outpatient settings.
Dr. Bahri is multilingual, speaking Hindi, English, and Punjabi. He graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor’s degree in biology from the University of Toronto. He obtained his podiatric medicine and surgery credential from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
Dr. Bahri completed a three-year podiatric medicine and surgery residency at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York City. He’s certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He is an attending physician at Hackensack Meridian Health Raritan Bay Medical Center in Perth Amboy and Hudson Regional Hospital in Secaucus, New Jersey.
He specializes in minimally invasive surgeries, needle ankle arthroscopy, TenJet procedures, platelet-rich plasma (PRP) injections, shockwave therapy, wound care, diabetic foot care, and more. Dr. Bahri cares for workers’ compensation patients, athletes struggling with sports injuries, and people who’ve been in car accidents.
Dr. Bahri welcomes new and existing patients to Specialized Foot and Ankle Care and looks forward to improving their foot and ankle health.
Foot and Ankle Specialist Scott Hanauer, DPM, believes excellent patient care is based on a foundation of compassion, trust, and expertise. At Garden State Pain & Orthopedics, he works with his patients throughout Clifton, West Orange, Edison, and Jersey City, New Jersey, to build relationships of mutual respect in order to help them return to what they love doing as safely and pain-free as possible.
Dr. Hanauer is trained in sports-related injuries, including ankle arthroscopy, ankle ligament repair and reconstruction, fracture repair, Achilles tendonitis and tears, and tendon injury and cartilage restoration surgery. He also specializes in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, including ankle replacement, flat foot and cavus foot reconstruction, and ankle and midfoot fusions. Dr. Hanauer is also trained in advanced minimally invasive forefoot surgery, including bunion correction, hammertoe deformity correction, and arthritis.
Dr. Hanauer completed his undergraduate education at the University of Maryland, earning his Bachelor of Science in Kinesiological Sciences. He earned his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine Degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, where he graduated in the top 10 of his class with Cum Laude honors while receiving numerous scholarships and awards. Dr. Hanauer went on to complete his residency at Inova Fairfax Medical Campus in Northern Virginia.
During training, he served as Chief Resident. His training focused on complex surgical reconstruction of the foot and ankle. He is active in research and is an author of a number of publications and posters in peer-reviewed journals and national conferences. As an attending physician, he continues to play an active role in the training and education of residents.
Dr. Hanauer is a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine, an associate member of the board of American Foot & Ankle Surgeons, and a member of the New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society. He is from Livingston, New Jersey. In his free time, he enjoys traveling, golf, NYC sports, and spending time with his wife Jessica, family, friends, and his dog, Finn.
Dr. Mariola Rivera attended undergraduate school at University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez. She went to medical school with a Doctor in Podiatric Medicine degree from New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Her post-graduate surgical training was completed at Bellevue Hospital, a number one trauma center in New York city.
Dr. Rivera received an challenging training in medicine and surgery from patients from all over the world. Dr. Rivera has services New York city and Westchester patients and athletes after obtaining her residency training. Dr. Rivera is a board certified physician and Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric medicine. She is also member of The American Podiatric Medical Association and New York State Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Rivera is part of the medical staff of White Plains Hospital, Mount Sinai Beth Israel, New York city. She is also on staff at Gramercy surgical Center and Surgical Specialty Center of Westchester. Dr. Rivera has an interest in the cosmetic appearance of foot conditions and mantains active training on the latest trends of treatments and surgeries. Dr. Rivera is fully bilingual. Dr. Rivera is the founder of Aesthetic Podiatry and Sports Medicine.
Lisa Shah, DPM, is a board-certified podiatric surgeon at Aesthetic Podiatry & Sports Medicine Center in White Plains and Purchase, New York.
Dr. Shah attended Syracuse University for her undergraduate education. After graduating with her degree, she went on to complete her doctorate in podiatric medicine at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She received her post-graduate training through a dual-residency program in podiatric medicine and surgery at Cabrini Medical Center.
During her final year of residency, Dr. Shah was a chief surgical resident. She had extensive training in all aspects of podiatry.
While serving patients at Aesthetic Podiatry & Sports Medicine Center, she is currently on staff at Gramercy Surgery Center and Mount Sinai Beth Israel. In addition, she enjoys giving back to the local community by participating in health clinics sponsored by The Gujarati Association of Connecticut.
Dr. Shah is a member of the New York State Podiatric Medical Association as well as the American Podiatric Medical Association. Passionate about continuing education, she maintains ongoing training to keep on top of the newest innovations and trends in podiatric care. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Shah takes great pride in ensuring that her patients’ needs are met with compassion and understanding.
In her free time, Dr. Shah enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. She also loves to go on long hikes and play golf.
“Dr. Shah is amazing! She really took her time to explain what my options were. I love the care I received at her office. I felt seen and heard. Which wasn’t the case at a different provider pre-Dr. Shah. So glad I found her and I will continue to use her for all of my podiatric needs.”
Dr. Umeer Sheikh DPM is a well-trained podiatrist here at Ankle & Foot Specialist of NJ. After graduating & earning Summa Cum Laude honors from St. John's University (NY); he went on to earn a DPM degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Following this, Dr. Sheikh completed his residency training at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (a Level 2 Adult & Pediatric Trauma center). He is currently board qualified by the American Board of Podiatry Surgery and is a member of American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. He is adept in the field of podiatric medicine, adult & pediatric foot care, diabetic limb salvage, wound healing, sports medicine, foot & ankle surgery, and trauma.
Dr. Sheikh places an emphasis on understanding & education with regards to the patient's concerns & symptoms. He believes that each & every patient should be given the time/effort/respect that they deserve. He is always flexible with regards to patient circumstances while also giving the utmost importance to evidence-based medicine/practice. In his free time- Dr. Sheikh enjoys board games, sports & outdoor activities, as well as eating at different restaurants around the NY-NJ area.
Dr. Jyotsna Thapar, DPM, has practiced podiatric medicine at Ankle & Foot Specialist of N.J. since 2008. She believes that the doctor/patient relationship is very special and that this relationship requires building mutual trust through frank and open discussions and confidentiality. Dr. Thapar’s door is always open, and she welcomes and appreciates patients’ questions and comments.
After graduating from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick, Dr. Thapar went on to earn her doctor of podiatric medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. She completed her podiatric medical training at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, and podiatric surgical training at the Northport VA Medical Center in Long Island, New York.
Dr. Thapar is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (FACFAS).
She obtained additional training in the Dellon Techniques for Nerve Surgery at the Dellon Institutes for Peripheral Nerve Surgery in Baltimore. This type of procedure reverses the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy.
Dr. Thapar is also a published author and has lectured on podiatric vascular ultrasound. She is on the staff at three New Jersey hospitals: JFK Medical Center in Edison, Raritan Bay Medical Center in Old Bridge, and Essex Surgical Arts Surgery Center in Belleville.
Bringing with him a broad depth of knowledge and a compassionate approach, Scott Bleazey, DPM, is well-loved by both his patients and teammates at MidJersey Orthopaedics in Flemington and Bridgewater, New Jersey. With an emphasis on taking the time to learn his patients’ complete medical histories, Dr. Bleazey specializes in treating disorders of the ankle and foot, including fractures, foot and ankle reconstructive surgery, foot and ankle pain, limb salvage and revision surgery.
Dr. Bleazey began his medical training at Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, before moving on to New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, where he completed his residency in foot and ankle surgery and limb salvage. Dr. Bleazey then underwent an additional year of fellowship training in advanced reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at Coordinated Health/Lehigh Valley Health Network in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. Prior to returning back to his home state of New Jersey he continued to gain advanced experience while an attending foot and ankle surgeon at The Center for Orthopedic Research and Education in Phoenix, Arizona.
Dr. Bleazey is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and takes a special interest in ankle and foot fractures, tendon injuries, arthritis, sports injuries, arthroscopy, pediatric fractures, charcot management, and foot/ankle deformities.
Dr. Bleazey has published over 10 peer reviewed articles regarding advances in foot and ankle surgery/techniques. He also was a contributing author for Pocket Foot and Ankle Medicine and Surgery in 2018.
Outside of his work at MidJersey Orthopaedics, Dr. Bleazey enjoys playing ice hockey, rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles, and maximizing time with his wife and two daughters.
“That was definitely one of my best doctors visits ever. I actually called people after to tell them how well it went. Mainly because Dr. Viradia took the time to genuinely listen to my concerns, his bedside manner is stellar, he talked to me like I matter and not in a superior Dr way, and he was fun and funny. I felt seen and heard and taken care of. He was recommended to me and it couldn’t have worked out better. ”
Dr. Scott Bleazey, DPM
Podiatrist
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Dr. Suneel Basra, DPM
Foot & Ankle Surgeon 30.3 mi
As a member of the MidJersey Orthopaedics team serving the communities of Flemington and Bridgewater, New Jersey, Suneel Basra, DPM, FACFAS, brings his combination of high-level training and dedicated attitude to provide his patients with expert foot and ankle care. His areas of expertise include foot and ankle surgery, diabetic limb salvage, and orthotic and brace intervention.
Dr. Basra attended New York University in Manhattan, New York, for his undergraduate education. He then completed medical school at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, also in Manhattan. Following medical school, Dr. Basra was awarded residency training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at the New York-Presbyterian Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York.
In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Basra is active and engaged in many professional organizations. He is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, a diplomat of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and an evaluator for the Residency Review Committee of the Council on Podiatric Medical Education.
Dr. Basra is also a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association, the New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society, and the Consumer Education Committee of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. In addition, he is a volunteer surgeon for the Health and Education Relief for Guyana (HERG) Clubfoot Project in Georgetown, Guyana.
Dr. Basra is board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. His areas of interest include Cartiva Revision Surgery, foot and ankle fractures, tendon and ligament injuries, flat foot treatment, sports injuries of the foot and ankle, heel pain, arthroscopic ankle surgery, and much more.
“That was definitely one of my best doctors visits ever. I actually called people after to tell them how well it went. Mainly because Dr. Viradia took the time to genuinely listen to my concerns, his bedside manner is stellar, he talked to me like I matter and not in a superior Dr way, and he was fun and funny. I felt seen and heard and taken care of. He was recommended to me and it couldn’t have worked out better. ”
“I received very courteous treatment. I was given an honest evaluation of of my questions and would recommend this practice to anyone with questions or issues about foot or ankle problems.”
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.
Dr. Umeer Sheikh DPM is a well-trained podiatrist here at Ankle & Foot Specialist of NJ. After graduating & earning Summa Cum Laude honors from St. John's University (NY); he went on to earn a DPM degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Following this, Dr. Sheikh completed his residency training at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (a Level 2 Adult & Pediatric Trauma center). He is currently board qualified by the American Board of Podiatry Surgery and is a member of American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. He is adept in the field of podiatric medicine, adult & pediatric foot care, diabetic limb salvage, wound healing, sports medicine, foot & ankle surgery, and trauma.
Dr. Sheikh places an emphasis on understanding & education with regards to the patient's concerns & symptoms. He believes that each & every patient should be given the time/effort/respect that they deserve. He is always flexible with regards to patient circumstances while also giving the utmost importance to evidence-based medicine/practice. In his free time- Dr. Sheikh enjoys board games, sports & outdoor activities, as well as eating at different restaurants around the NY-NJ area.
Dr. Jyotsna Thapar, DPM, has practiced podiatric medicine at Ankle & Foot Specialist of N.J. since 2008. She believes that the doctor/patient relationship is very special and that this relationship requires building mutual trust through frank and open discussions and confidentiality. Dr. Thapar’s door is always open, and she welcomes and appreciates patients’ questions and comments.
After graduating from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick, Dr. Thapar went on to earn her doctor of podiatric medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. She completed her podiatric medical training at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, and podiatric surgical training at the Northport VA Medical Center in Long Island, New York.
Dr. Thapar is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (FACFAS).
She obtained additional training in the Dellon Techniques for Nerve Surgery at the Dellon Institutes for Peripheral Nerve Surgery in Baltimore. This type of procedure reverses the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy.
Dr. Thapar is also a published author and has lectured on podiatric vascular ultrasound. She is on the staff at three New Jersey hospitals: JFK Medical Center in Edison, Raritan Bay Medical Center in Old Bridge, and Essex Surgical Arts Surgery Center in Belleville.
I, Dr. Nadia Shah have completed a 4 year medical training at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. I completed an intense 3 year foot and ankle reconstructive surgical residency at Hoboken University Medical Center, NJ.
I am Board Certified with American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Among my certificates of achievements are Minimally Invasive Surgery, Lapiplasty Bioskills Training Course, Total Ankle Replacement Surgery and Arthroscopic procedures of the Foot and Ankle.
I am extremely attentive to my patient's needs and concerns. A patient's lifestyle and goals are at the forefront of my treatment plans. I treat my patients as a whole and not detached from their foot and ankle.
I am a Connecticut native and always set my standards high when treating my patients by listening thoroughly, carefully taking all aspects of life into consideration and offering a personalized treatment plan tailored to get them back onto their feet quickly and safely. I provide both traditional treatment options along with advanced treatment options with my state-of-the-art solutions with the most innovative technology. At Prestige Podiatry Care, you will be seeing me, your only provider, throughout your follow up visits. People of all ages are welcome.
Dr. Umeer Sheikh DPM is a well-trained podiatrist here at Ankle & Foot Specialist of NJ. After graduating & earning Summa Cum Laude honors from St. John's University (NY); he went on to earn a DPM degree at Temple University in Philadelphia, PA. Following this, Dr. Sheikh completed his residency training at Jersey Shore University Medical Center (a Level 2 Adult & Pediatric Trauma center). He is currently board qualified by the American Board of Podiatry Surgery and is a member of American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. He is adept in the field of podiatric medicine, adult & pediatric foot care, diabetic limb salvage, wound healing, sports medicine, foot & ankle surgery, and trauma.
Dr. Sheikh places an emphasis on understanding & education with regards to the patient's concerns & symptoms. He believes that each & every patient should be given the time/effort/respect that they deserve. He is always flexible with regards to patient circumstances while also giving the utmost importance to evidence-based medicine/practice. In his free time- Dr. Sheikh enjoys board games, sports & outdoor activities, as well as eating at different restaurants around the NY-NJ area.
Dr. Jyotsna Thapar, DPM, has practiced podiatric medicine at Ankle & Foot Specialist of N.J. since 2008. She believes that the doctor/patient relationship is very special and that this relationship requires building mutual trust through frank and open discussions and confidentiality. Dr. Thapar’s door is always open, and she welcomes and appreciates patients’ questions and comments.
After graduating from Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey in New Brunswick, Dr. Thapar went on to earn her doctor of podiatric medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. She completed her podiatric medical training at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, New York, and podiatric surgical training at the Northport VA Medical Center in Long Island, New York.
Dr. Thapar is board certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (FACFAS).
She obtained additional training in the Dellon Techniques for Nerve Surgery at the Dellon Institutes for Peripheral Nerve Surgery in Baltimore. This type of procedure reverses the symptoms of diabetic neuropathy.
Dr. Thapar is also a published author and has lectured on podiatric vascular ultrasound. She is on the staff at three New Jersey hospitals: JFK Medical Center in Edison, Raritan Bay Medical Center in Old Bridge, and Essex Surgical Arts Surgery Center in Belleville.
An X. Nguyen, DPM, DABFAS, is a double board-certified foot and ankle surgeon at A&A Foot and Ankle Specialists, LLC, providing complete foot and ankle care to people in Hackettstown, New Jersey, and throughout Warren County.
Dr. Nguyen was born and raised in Chicago, Illinois. She began her professional pursuits at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, earning a Bachelor of Science in molecular and cellular biology.
After graduation, Dr. Nguyen enrolled at the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine in Independence, Ohio, earning her podiatry degree. Dr. Nguyen then completed a residency at Hoboken University Medical Center in Hoboken, New Jersey, receiving extensive training in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and trauma treatment.
Upon entering private practice, Dr. Nguyen co-founded A&A Foot and Ankle Specialists, LLC. She diagnoses and treats various foot and ankle problems but specializes in managing sports injuries, Achilles tendon pathology, and arthroscopic surgery for foot and ankle trauma.
Dr. Nguyen loves getting to know the people in her care and takes a compassionate and patient-centered approach to treatment. She welcomes anyone seeking relief from foot or ankle pain to schedule an appointment at A&A Foot and Ankle Specialists, LLC today.
“They say you never get a second chance to make a good first impression. Well I was very impressed by Dr. Nguyen. Her bedside manner was the finest & friendliest of all my Dr. visits in my lifetime. She exuded confidence, so I now have confidence in her.”
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