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Loretta Cacace, DPM, brings nearly half a decade of experience in podiatry and orthopedic surgery to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry, serving patients throughoutFort Greene, Flatbush, East Flatbush, Brownsville, and Bedford Stuyvesant in Brooklyn, New York.

Dr. Cacace began her professional education at Lafayette College in Easton, Pennsylvania, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in neuroscience. After graduation, she decided to pursue a graduate degree and enrolled at Hunter College, on the Upper East Side of Manhattan, New York, where she earned her master’s degree in public health. 

After studying at Hunter College, Dr. Cacace enrolled at the New York College of  Podiatric Medicine in Harlem, New York. She excelled in the program and graduated with her Doctor of Podiatry (DPM) four years later. 

As a member of the Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry team, Dr. Cacace specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of podiatric problems, including bunions, corns, diabetic foot problems, and foot pain. Dr. Cacace loves spending one-on-one time with her patients and takes care to answer their questions and alleviate their concerns.

Dr. Cacace welcomes any man or woman seeking high-quality podiatric care in the Prospect Heights, Flatbush, East Flatbush, and Brownsville areas of Brooklyn, New York, to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry.

Bryan Makower, DPM, is board certified in foot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery (ABPS) and has experience in all aspects of podiatric medicine. He holds board certification from the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) in podiatric orthopedics and primary medicine. He is also board certified in wound care by the American Professional Wound Care Association as well as certified in hyperbaric medicine for advanced treatment of difficult wounds and limb salvage.

Dr. Makower brings more than 35 years of experience in podiatry, orthopedic surgery, limb salvage, and ankle reconstruction to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry, located in Fort Greene, Flatbush, East Flatbush, Brownsville, and Bedford Stuyvesant, in Brooklyn, New York. 

Dr. Makower grew up in various parts of Central Brooklyn, including Crown Heights, Fort Green, and Prospect Lefferts Gardens. After graduating from SUNY Binghamton he began his professional education at Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago, Illinois, where he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM). After completing a surgical residency program at one of the Harvard affiliated hospitals in Boston, Massachusetts, Dr. Makower returned home to begin his professional career in Central Brooklyn.  

Outside of treating patients at Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry, Dr. Makower has served as the chief of podiatric medicine and surgery at The Brooklyn Hospital Center and The State University of New York Downstate Medical Center’s University Hospital of Brooklyn. There, he developed and ran the podiatric surgical and medical residency programs. Dr. Makower is also a full-time faculty member at Brooklyn One Health System. He currently holds staff privileges at Brooklyn One Health Systems, Beth Israel / Mt Sinai Medical Center, New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist, and The Brooklyn Hospital Center.

When Dr. Makower isn’t spending time with patients, you can find him participating in postgraduate training programs in pediatrics, orthopedics, diabetic foot care, podiatric surgery, and sports medicine at each of his Hospital affiliates.  

Dr. Makower also is proud to have had the opportunity to participate in medical missions in Guyana and throughout the Caribbean Islands, bringing his skill and care to men women and children in need.

Dr. Makower believes in working on health-related issues as a team with the primary care physician, patient, family, and associated healthcare professionals.  The office emphasizes patient education and communication to tailor treatment plans for each patient on an individual basis. He welcomes anyone seeking high-quality, convenient, compassionate podiatric care, to Downstate Foot & Ankle Podiatry.

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.

Expert podiatrist, Stephanie Carter-Robin, DPM, brings more than 25 years of experience in integrative podiatric medicine to her self-titled, New York City-based practice, serving men, women, and families in Elmhurst, Jackson Heights, and throughout the area of Queens. 

Dr. Carter-Robin began her professional pursuits at the University of Louisiana at Monroe in Monroe, Louisiana where she earned her Bachelor of Science. Following graduation, Dr. Carter-Robin moved to New York and enrolled at the New York College of Podiatric  Medicine in New York, New York. She excelled in the program and obtained her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine four years later. 

Dr. Carter-Robin subsequently completed a residency in podiatric primary care as well as a residency in podiatric surgery, both while serving at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and Affiliated Hospitals in New York City. She’s board-certified in podiatric medicine, podiatric surgery, and the prevention and treatment of diabetic foot wounds. 

Since entering private practice, Dr. Carter-Robin has served in various positions, including Chief of Podiatry at the Brooklyn Hospital Center in Brooklyn, New York. At her practice, Dr. Carter-Robin loves spending one-on-one time with her patients and understanding their unique concerns. She regularly develops custom treatment plans and can address a wide variety of issues, including bunions, hammertoe, heel pain, nail disorders, plantar fasciitis, skin conditions, and sports injuries. Dr. Carter-Robin also specializes in the integrative treatment of diabetic foot problems. 

When she isn’t meeting with patients or developing custom treatment plans, Dr. Carter-Robin works to augment her professional skills and education. She also holds hospital privileges at The Brooklyn Hospital Center, Maimonides Medical Center, and Wyckoff Heights Medical Center, all in Brooklyn.

Dr. Carter-Robin welcomes any man, woman, or family seeking comprehensive podiatric care to her self-titled practice in Jackson Heights, Queens, today.

About Dr. Betesh

Maurice Betesh, DPM, is a podiatrist and the proud founder of Podiatry Healthcare Associates. Dr. Betesh understands how challenging it is to get around New York City with foot and ankle issues, so he set up three office locations in Brooklyn at Midwood, Clinton Hills, and Marine Park, to make podiatric care accessible to adults and children from his local community.

Dr. Betesh is board-certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and board-qualified in foot surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He specializes in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.

Dr. Betesh graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City with honors in 2016. He went on to complete a three-year residency in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery and diabetic foot and wound care at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York City.

At Podiatry Healthcare Associates, Dr. Betesh works closely with patients to provide them with the most appropriate treatment options for their condition. His goal is to get his patients on their feet and back to normal as swiftly and safely as possible. He focuses on conservative, non-surgical treatments; however, if surgery is required, he’s a highly skilled surgeon and strives to make the experience as pleasant as he can for his patient. 

Podiatry Healthcare Associates welcomes patients for a multitude of reasons. Dr. Betesh provides pain relief for heel pain and ankle sprains, treats infections such as ingrown toenails and nail fungus, offers ongoing support for diabetic foot care, and supplies custom orthotics. He also uses extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), an innovative, non-surgical treatment for tendinitis and plantar fasciitis. 

Podiatric health is essential to your overall well-being. Partner with Podiatry Healthcare Associates today to keep yourself on the move and pain-free. Call or book online to schedule your appointment.

Niara Wright, DPM, is an attentive and well-informed board-certified podiatrist in New York City. She is the founder and CEO of Wright Podiatry, located in the Woodstock area of the Bronx.

She earned a bachelor’s degree from Howard University in Washington, DC. Dr. Wright then earned a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. She completed her surgical residency at St. Joseph’s Medical Center in Yonkers, New York, where she trained in diabetic limb salvage, wound care, pediatric foot care, and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.

At Wright Podiatry, Dr. Wright offers comprehensive podiatry care, including orthotics, diabetic foot care, wound care, and X-rays. She also provides treatment for conditions like bunions, sports injuries, and foot tumors.

Dr. Wright is a leading podiatrist in the Bronx and Upper Manhattan, and she is involved in the betterment of the community by organizing medical mission trips, managing mentorship programs, and initiating fundraising events. She is an active member of the American College of Podiatric Medicine and was recently inducted into Who's Who in America.

She is currently accepting new patients. Schedule an appointment at Wright Podiatry by calling the office or booking online today.

Board-certified podiatrist Shweta Raina, DPM, brings considerable experience in podiatric medicine and orthopedic surgery to New York City Ankle & Foot serving men, women, and families at two locations in Jackson Heights and Woodside, Queens. 

Dr. Raina was born in Srinagar, India. Her family immigrated to the United States in 1995 and settled in the suburbs of Washington, DC. Both of Dr. Raina’s parents were doctors. Growing up, she volunteered at several Virginia and DC-area hospitals before beginning her formal medical training. 

Dr. Raina began her professional pursuits at George Mason University in Fairfax, Virginia, where she earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology. She subsequently enrolled at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio, and obtained her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. 

Following graduation, Dr. Raina participated in a four-year podiatric residency at New York Hospital Queens in Flushing, New York. There, she trained in comprehensive conservative and surgical management of foot and ankle pathology. She also took in-house calls at a Level-I trauma center and performed surgery with podiatrists and foot and ankle orthopedists. 

During her time as a resident, Dr. Raina also studied abnormal plantar skin temperatures in neuropathic patients, vascular malformations of the foot, and management of midfoot fracture-dislocations. 

As a podiatrist, Dr. Raina has a warm and friendly demeanor. She believes in taking a “whole-body” approach to podiatry and considers each patients’ unique history and medical conditions, as well as their age and lifestyle before developing a treatment plan. Dr. Raina always sets aside time to spend with each individual and discusses all options for treatment before moving forward. She’s also fluent in English, Spanish, and Hindi.

Dr. Raina welcomes any man, woman, or family seeking improved podiatric health to New York City Ankle & Foot today.  

Board-certified podiatrist, Rolando Melendez, DPM brings more than a decade of experience in podiatry and foot and ankle surgery to New York City Ankle & Foot. He serves men, women, and families at two convenient locations in Jackson Heights and Woodside Queens. 

Dr. Melendez began his professional education at the University of Puerto Rico at Mayaguez, where he earned his Bachelor of Science in industrial microbiology. He subsequently moved to the United States and enrolled at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio, where he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. 

Following graduation, Dr. Melendez accepted a residency position at Millcreek Community Hospital in Erie, Pennsylvania. As a resident, Dr. Melendez trained extensively in all aspects of foot and ankle medicine and surgery. He also completed a Master’s Degree in medical education at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine. Before entering private practice, Dr. Melendez also served as a medical volunteer in Latin America on various mission trips. 

Dr. Melendez has comprehensive knowledge and specialized training in all aspects of pediatric and adult lower extremity conditions. He specializes in reconstructive and trauma surgery of the foot and ankle as well as diabetic limb salvage. Thanks to the invisible stitch technique, Dr. Melendez can perform treatment with minimal scarring. 

Dr. Melendez holds hospital privileges at New York-Presbyterian Queens Hospital, Flushing Hospital Medical Center, Wyckoff Heights Hospital, and Gramercy Surgery Center-Queens. He’s fluent in English and Spanish and loves engaging with his patients to form lasting relationships. Professionally, Dr. Melendez believes in clear and honest communication and mutual respect.

He welcomes any man, woman, or family seeking improved podiatric health to New York City Ankle & Foot today.