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Innjea Park, DPM, is a highly experienced podiatrist with years of training, serving patients in the New York area, including Murray Hill, Midtown East, Financial District, and Staten Island. He specializes in foot and ankle care, and has a particular interest in the areas of diabetic foot care, wound care, and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Park speaks English, Korean, and Japanese fluently.
Dr. Park’s goal is to give patients exactly what they need, using the most optimal and effective treatments possible. Patients are never pushed into having unnecessary treatments, and Dr. Park strives to truly get to the bottom of the problem before starting treatment. Dr. Park always works with patients to fully understand their pain and other symptoms so he can customize the best treatment possible.
Dr. Park earned his undergraduate degree at New York University in New York, and then went on to earn his master’s degree at The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey in Newark. Dr. Park earned his doctor of podiatric medicine degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
Following his graduation, Dr. Park completed a three-year podiatric surgery residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York, and was chief resident in his third year of training. Dr. Park is currently an associate attending physician at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center and is affiliated with Gramercy Surgery Center in New York.
Dr. Park’s extensive podiatric education, training, and experience combine to give him the skills he needs for podiatry care of all types, from routine care to advanced surgery.
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Dr. Mina Baskhron graduated podiatry school from New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He then completed a 4-year residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center specializing in Forefoot, Rearfoot, and Ankle reconstructive surgery. Dr. Baskhron is an active member of the APMA, ACFAS, ACFOAM and many other podiatric organizations. Dr. Baskhron is young, bright and charming. In addition, he is very patient, courteous, and willing to spend as long as it takes to help and comfort his patients.
Aluko O. Jervis, DPM, is a podiatrist providing complete foot and ankle care to people of all ages in the Randall Manner neighborhood of Staten Island, New York, and throughout New York City.
Dr. Jervis began his career pursuits at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, earning his doctorate in podiatry. Before entering private practice, he completed a residency at Staten Island University Hospital, receiving training in all phases of podiatry, including foot surgery, crush injuries, and the treatment of diabetic and venous leg ulcers.
Dr. Jervis brings more than 15 years of experience to his self-titled practice. He takes a holistic and patient-centered approach to podiatry, emphasizing conservative measures and healthy lifestyle changes over surgery.
Dr. Jervis has a friendly and compassionate bedside manner. He offers in-office consultations and house calls, never rushes appointments, and makes an effort to understand each individual’s symptoms, concerns, and goals.
People from all over New York City visit Dr. Jervis to access treatment for various foot and ankle issues, including bunions, hammertoes, ingrown toenails, warts, and plantar fasciitis. Dr. Jervis also offers more specialized care, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, synthetic skin substitutes, and negative pressure wound therapy (NPWT).
When he isn’t developing treatment plans or providing one-on-one podiatry care, Dr. Jervis serves as the program director of the hyperbaric oxygen therapy unit at Richmond University Medical Center in Staten Island.
Call Aluko O. Jervis, DPM, to request a new patient consultation today, or book a podiatry appointment online.
Paul E. Eckstein, DPM, provides podiatric medicine and surgery to patients at Richmond Podiatry Associates in the Eltingville neighborhood of Staten Island, New York. He has over 20 years of experience as a podiatric physician. He specializes in the treatments of sports injuries, ingrown toenails, neuromas, diabetic foot care, fungal toenails, and plantar fasciitis. He also has an extensive background in public health and clinical nutrition.
Dr. Eckstein graduated from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 1994 and received his postgraduate training at the Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and Affiliated institutions. He has a Masters Degree in nutrition from Case Western Reserve University and his many years of experience as a Registered Dietitian and a Licensed Nutritionist has helped him to attain a holistic approach to the management of podiatric patients.
He is board-certified in foot surgery, a Diplomate of The American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle surgery
He is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital since 1996, presently a part of Northwell Health.
Tekchand Thakurdial, DPM, known as Dr. Tek to his many Staten Island, New York, patients, is part of Richmond Podiatry Associates, a practice that offers comprehensive foot and ankle care. While Dr. Tek provides state-of-the-art care for most common foot issues, ranging from bunions to toenail fungus, he is certified by the American Board of Medical Specialists in the prevention and treatment of diabetic foot wounds.
As part of his diabetic foot care, Dr. Tek avails himself of the latest treatment modalities, such as UltraMIST®, which speeds up healing of diabetic ulcers. He’s also found great success using hyperbaric chambers to address slow-healing foot wounds, allowing him to help his patients safeguard the health of their feet.
Dr. Tek is also an accomplished foot surgeon with more than 20 years of experience, and he uses the latest techniques in bunion surgery, neuroma resolution, hammertoe correction, and diabetic limb salvage.
Dr. Tek is a diplomate of the American Professional Wound Care Association and serves as the director of the Diabetes Treatment Center at Staten Island University Hospital, which is a part of the prestigious North Shore LIJ Health System.
Whether it’s an ingrown toenail or a more serious issue like peripheral neuropathy, Dr. Tek Footcare and Dr. Tek provide expert care and management designed to keep patients on their feet and enjoying life to the fullest.
Former Director of the Diabetes Treatment Center at Staten Island University Hospital
Board certified by the American Board of Medical Specialists
Diplomate of the American Professional Wound Care Association
“Dr. Tek was great, very thorough and took the time to explain everything in an understandable way of what was going on with my foot pain. Highly recommend. ”
Dr. Tekchand Thakurdial, DPM
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Dr. Nicholas Szwaba, DPM
Primary Podiatric Medicine Podiatrist 16.4 mi
Nicholas Szwaba, DPM, provides wound care and foot surgery to patients at Richmond Podiatry Associates in the Eltingville neighborhood of Staten Island, New York.
Dr. Szwaba is a Staten Island local who now is serving the Staten Island community as a physician. He attended New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his residency at Northwell Staten Island University Hospital undergoing extensive training in forefoot, rearfoot, ankle reconstructive surgery, and limb salvage procedures. During his final year of residency, he served as chief resident.
Dr. Szwaba continued his education and training by completing an additional yearlong fellowship following his residency due to his interest in wound care. He completed his wound care fellowship at NYC HHC Coney Island Hospital. During his time at NYC HHC Coney Island, he obtained advanced training in wound care techniques and limb salvage procedures.
Dr. Szwaba is board-certified through the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. In addition, he has attending privileges at both Northwell Staten Island University Hospital and Richmond University Medical Center. Dr. Nicholas Szwaba is able to provide house calls and emergency consultations.
Dr. Kyle Yi is a fellowship trained foot and ankle surgeon who specializes in trauma and reconstructive surgery. He is proud to serve patients at Foot & Ankle Premier Specialists, with locations in Hoboken, Jersey City, Bayonne, Ridgefield & Bloomfield, NJ.
He graduated from Syracuse University with a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry and continued his education at Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA, where he obtained his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM).
Dr. Yi then began his surgical training at New York Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, NY. He was selected to serve as Chief Resident during his final year and graduated with credentials from the Council of Podiatric Medical Education (CPME) to perform reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery. In addition to surgery, he also received training in sports medicine, arthroscopy, plastic surgery, wound care and general foot care.
To further his surgical training, he spent an additional year completing a fellowship, accredited by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (ACFAS), in trauma and reconstructive surgery at Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, IA. Dr. Yi received extensive training with cutting edge technology including total ankle replacements and use of custom 3D implants in foot and ankle surgery.
Throughout his training, Dr Yi has authored and co-authored articles and research publications focusing on ankle fractures, ankle instability, and diabetic neuropathy, with his most recent regarding a total calcaneus replacement with a custom 3D printed metallic implant.
When he is not serving patients, Dr. Yi enjoys cooking, traveling, golfing, watching TV/movies and spending time with his friends and family.
Specializing in foot and ankle surgery. With extensive training in foot and ankle reconstruction, Dr. Paternina is proud to serve patients at Foot & Ankle Premier Specialists, with locations Hoboken, Jersey City, Bayonne, Ridgefield, & Bloomfield, NJ.
After graduating in 2008 from Saint Peter’s University in Jersey City, New Jersey, with a Bachelor of Science in biology, Dr. Paternina enrolled in Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in Philadelphia. In 2014, she graduated in the top 5% of her class and completed her residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, a Level II trauma center.
During her time as a resident, Dr. Paternina received comprehensive training in reconstructive surgery of complex foot and ankle deformities, including foot and ankle joint replacement, flatfoot, trauma, limb salvage, and advanced training techniques in treating difficult wounds. Her surgical abilities were so impressive that she earned the title of chief resident during her final year.
In addition to her surgical abilities, Dr. Paternina’s areas of expertise include pediatrics, sports medicine, arthroscopy, cartilage transplantation, plastic surgery, dermatology, and general foot care. She is passionate about education and has devoted her time to lectures and medical studies, both nationally and internationally. With a deep respect for medical missions that help underserved communities, Dr. Paternina often donates her time and expertise to various nonprofit endeavors. She is also affiliated with Meridian Healthcare System.
When she is not working with her patients, Dr. Paternina enjoys traveling to new places, cycling, Zumba, kayaking, watching movies, and spending time with her family.
Jonathan Shalot, BS, DPM, AACFAS, is a skilled foot and ankle surgeon at Foot & Ankle Premier Specialists, with locations in Hoboken, Jersey City, Bayonne, Ridgefield, & Bloomfield, NJ.
Dr. Shalot graduated from Long Island's distinguished Hofstra University in Hempstead, New York, in May of 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences and a Minor in Chemistry. He obtained his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from The New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City.
During his time in podiatry school, Dr. Shalot served as president of the Student Chapter of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and as president of the NYCPM Student Organization. He completed a three-year Foot and Ankle Surgery residency program at the prestigious Montefiore Medical Center, affiliated with the Albert Einstein College of Medicine in the Bronx. He was elected Chief Resident during his last year. Dr. Shalot graduated with honors from the program in May 2023, specializing in forefoot surgery, rearfoot surgery, trauma, and ankle surgery.
During his time at NYCPM and Montefiore, Dr. Shalot has authored and co-authored articles and research publications, most focusing on his interest in the Role of anterior inferior tibiofibular ligament (AITFL) repairs in Chronic Ankle Instability.
Dr. Shalot is certified in CPR and also served as a lifeguard. His interests include sports medicine, biomechanics of the foot and ankle, treating athletes, and assessing patients for orthotic therapy. He enjoys playing the guitar, working out, and swimming in his spare time.
Navrit Randhawa, DPM, is a foot and ankle surgeon and wound care specialist at Podiatry Wellness Center of New Jersey in Carteret and Manaplan Township, New Jersey.
Dr. Randhawa finished his podiatric surgical residency from the Department of Veteran’s Affairs Hospital in East Orange, New Jersey. During his residency, he served as Chief Resident and ultimately received a doctorate degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine.
Dr. Randhawa was born and raised in Carteret, New Jersey. Before attending the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, he received his Bachelor of Science from the New York Institute of Technology. He majored in interdisciplinary studies, graduating with summa cum laude honors.
In the podiatric surgical field, Dr. Randhawa treats a wide variety of foot and ankle issues. This range includes problems related to sports medicine (including heel pain, ankle sprains and other soft tissue-related injuries, foot & ankle fractures, and arthritis), wound care, diabetic complications, and elective reconstructive forefoot and ankle surgery.
He emphasizes the importance of empathy and educating each patient about the etiology of his or her condition. Furthermore, he helps patients understand preventative care to promote healing and a healthy lifestyle.
In his free time, Dr. Randhawa enjoys physical activities, including lifting weights and playing basketball. He is an avid sports fan (Go Jets!) and loves traveling and spending time with his family. Additionally, he can speak Punjabi fluently and looks forward to serving his community through compassionate care and a focus on each individual patient.
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.
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.
Yu-Ching Terence Chi, DPM, is a highly skilled podiatric surgeon and part of the elite team at Foot and Ankle Specialists of NJ. He brings a rich knowledge of his field, a compassionate bedside manner, and a fluency in Mandarin Chinese to his patients in Westfield and Union, New Jersey.
Dr. Chi began his medical education at Tulane University in New Orleans, where he completed his pre-medical requisites while graduating cum laude with a degree in music composition. He earned his doctorate in podiatric medicine and surgery from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, where his diligent work ethic and high aptitude were recognized with the president’s award for academic and clinical excellence.
Dr. Chi completed a comprehensive three-year surgical residency at Northwell-Long Island Jewish Medical Center, New Hyde Park, and North Shore University Hospital, Manhasset. He attended to a wide variety of cases and patients during his residency, affording him the opportunity to diversify his experience and refine his skill set. He’s provided emergency care to pediatric patients with acute foot and ankle pathologies, treated patients who were suffering from various vascular diseases, and even cared for division one athletes from Fordham University as part of a sports medicine physicians team.
After completing his residency, Dr. Chi practiced in New York City, where he continued his passion for educating residents in the podiatric residency programs at Lenox Hill Hospital and the Long Island Jewish Medical Center.
Dr. Chi is board certified in foot surgery and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. He has extensive training in managing all aspects of foot and ankle pathologies, including trauma, reconstructive, elective surgeries, and limb salvage. He looks forward to helping you heal!
“I was taken on time and staff was efficient and pleasant.
Dr Chi was professional and explained to me the different possibilities of the soreness and bump on my toe.”
Lara Kozin, DPM is a highly qualified podiatrist and is excited to join the talented team at Foot and Ankle Specialists of New Jersey, where she will be welcoming patients at office locations in Westfield, Union and Morristown.
As an undergraduate, Dr. Kozin attended Tufts University in Massachusetts, where she earned her Bachelor's Degree. At Tufts, she was an All-American collegiate lacrosse player, and to this day holds four Tufts records in Women's Lacrosse. She then went on to receive her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City. At NYCPM she continued her interest in athletics as President of the Sports Medicine Club and volunteering at events such as the New York City Triathlon.
After earning her doctorate, Dr. Kozin completed a highly selective 3-year comprehensive and rigorous surgical residency at the Hoboken University Medical Center. She had extensive training in all types of foot and ankle reconstructive surgery, trauma, elective surgery of the forefoot and rearfoot, sports medicine, pediatric flat foot deformities, diabetic limb salvage and wound care.
As an avid athlete, Dr. Kozin has a passion for sports medicine. She specializes in traumatic sports injuries of the foot and ankle, and focuses on lower extremity pathology including achilles tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, ankle sprains, tendon tears, and overuse injuries. Dr. Kozin has a conservative minded approach to her treatments, but will perform surgical intervention if necessary.
Dr. Kozin is board certified by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Dr. Kozin has participated in multiple half marathons. She loves hiking in National Parks, playing tennis, and skiing. She also enjoys movies and curling up with a good book.
Dr. Obinna Mgbako is a gifted podiatrist providing care to patients at the Scotch Plains & Union, New Jersey offices of the Foot & Ankle Specialists of New Jersey. Dr. Mgbako is certified to treat all foot and ankle pathology and specializes in lower leg limb salvage, diabetic wound care, and reconstructive and reparative foot and ankle surgery including minimally invasive and arthroscopic techniques.
Dr. Mgbako completed his bachelor’s degree at New York University before earning his doctor of Podiatric Surgery and Medicine at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He served his residency at the Morristown Memorial Hospital. He is a fellow of the American Professional Wound Care Association, an associate member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and a member of the American Diabetes Association, the American Podiatric Medical Association, the American Podiatric Association of Sports Medicine, and the American Academy of Podiatric Practice Management.
Dr. Mgbako takes a special interest in treating sports-related injuries and enjoys learning new insights to sports medicine, putting them into practice for the benefit of his patients.
“First time visit to Dr Mgbako (or any Podiatrist) for a painful callus on the ball of my right foot. I had concerns about the issue with also being a T2 diabetic. Dr Mgbako was able to remove most of the callus and was able to walk out without any pain at all. He explained how the callus was formed and also has an excellent understanding of diabetes. He was originally recommended by my PCP and Endocrinologist.”