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Foot & Ankle Surgeon
93-17 Roosevelt Ave
1st Fl
Jackson Heights, NY
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.
Achilles Tendon Repair
Achilles Tendon Rupture
Ankle Instability
Ankle Sprain
Arthritis
Arthroscopic Surgery
Bunion
Diabetic Limb Salvage
Flat Feet
Flatfoot Reconstruction Surgery
Foot and Ankle Fusion Surgery
Foot and Ankle Reconstruction
Fractures
Hammer Toe
Intoeing
Plantar Fasciitis
Locations (2)
New York City Ankle & Foot
93-17 Roosevelt Ave
1st Fl
Jackson Heights, NY, 11372
New York City Ankle & Foot
52-13 Roosevelt Avenue
1st Fl
Queens, NY, 11377
More About Dr. Rolando Melendez, DPM
Practice
Specialties
NPI Number
1629393350
Provider's Gender
Male
Reviews
The
Excellent Doctor, and very friendly staff.
They charged my copay wrongly. My insurance card says $25 not 100
He is an excellent Doctor,
Excelente medico
Español: El Dr. Rolando Melendez es realmente excelente. Su consulta en Roosevelt Ave, Jackson Heights, es un gran hallazgo. Los tiempos de espera son cortos y su experiencia es notable: identificó mi problema de pie/pierna rápidamente. Su amabilidad y atención son impresionantes. Otros pacientes también hablan muy bien de sus explicaciones claras y exámenes detallados. Con más de 10 años de experiencia y fluidez en inglés y español, el Dr. Melendez y su equipo ofrecen un servicio de primera. Si tienes problemas podológicos, te recomiendo encarecidamente que lo visites. ¡Es un podólogo sobresaliente! English: Dr. Rolando Melendez is truly excellent. His office on Roosevelt Ave, Jackson Heights, is a great find. Wait times are short, and his expertise is remarkable: he quickly identified my foot/leg issue. His kindness and attentiveness are impressive. Other patients also speak highly of his clear explanations and thorough exams. With over a decade of experience and fluency in both English and Spanish, Dr. Melendez and his team provide top-notch care. If you have podiatric problems, I strongly recommend you visit him. He's an outstanding podiatrist!
Very nice..
Very profesional!
I’ve been to both doctors at this practice for separate foot / ankle injuries and both were incredibly kind and professional. They walked me through rehab for my injuries and answered all questions I had.
Él doctor Meléndez exelente atención
Exselete doctor q dios le bendiga
Great experience overall. Listened to my problem and gave me a solution. I am very grateful.
All were extremely nice. The Dr. took his time and explained everything to me. I was very comfortable with the way he asked me questions & told me what he was doing. Thank you Teresa Scott
I was really glad I went in the care and knowledge are second to none.
Practical, efficient, fast service. highly recommended.
I would recommend for all of my friends and family. Very great staff, I didn't need to way at all. Highly recommended
Very good
I would highly recommend Dr. Melendez is a very professional. He listens to all my concerns, and he explains everything regarding my status. The whole staff make me feel welcomed and I did not need to wait at all. If I could raid this with 10 stars I would> Thank you for all the staff, they are amazing.
Es la primera vez q me atiendo con el doctor rolando Meléndez,muy excelente atención te explica detenidamente lo q uno padece. Se los recomiendo
Excelent
Muy bien
Excelent
Great
Excellent podiatrist! Great customer service!
definitely Doctor Melendez is the best podiatrist, he is pacient and at first I feel scared with the injection, but them I feel without any pain In my foot because he had a soft hand and he always provide the best treatment and at the end I don’t feel to much the injection and the important thing my pain goes away .And they respect the time of your appointment doctor Melendez speak español and English I will continue writing a lot of my experience and I just want to said the results are my foot feel like new and I can walk without pain .
Great
Excellent doctor!!
Muy bien me siento cuando voy al consultorio, por el trato, la explicación, su hora de la cita pautada.. Todo muy acorde
El doctor es muy amable
Very helpful and really help me to go through and find solution on my foot pain
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