About Our Story

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Expert Foot Care in Manhattan, New York

At Heel Sole Podiatry, our practice is built on a foundation of clinical excellence and compassionate patient care in the heart of Manhattan, New York. Dr. Elizabet Peraj brings exceptional expertise to comprehensive foot and ankle care through her distinguished medical background. She received her medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and completed a rigorous three-year surgical residency at St. Barnabas Hospital, where she served as chief resident and published research in peer-reviewed journals.

Specialized Training and Clinical Excellence

Dr. Peraj's professional journey reflects our unwavering commitment to clinical excellence and specialized expertise in foot and ankle disorders. Her training at St. Barnabas Hospital provided intensive exposure to trauma-focused podiatric care, where she developed advanced skills in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery.

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Areas of Podiatric Expertise

This strong educational background equips her with the expertise to accurately diagnose and effectively treat a wide range of muscle, tendon, ligament, and bone disorders affecting the foot and ankle. Her areas of specialization include:

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Muscle and Tendon Disorders

  • Achilles tendonitis
  • Tendonitis and tendinosis of the foot and ankle
  • Sesamoid injuries
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Ligament and Joint Conditions

  • Ankle sprains
  • Midtarsal and ankle joint osteoarthritis
  • Arthritis of the 1st MPJ or 1st MPJ dysfunction
  • Gout
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Bone and Structural Disorders

  • Fractures of the Foot and Ankle
  • Pes planus (flat foot)
  • Cavus foot
  • Haglund’s deformity
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Heel, Rearfoot, and Arch Conditions

  • Heel and rearfoot pain
  • Plantar fasciitis and arch pain
  • Retrocalcaneal bursitis
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Forefoot and Toe Disorders

  • Forefoot pain
  • Metatarsal issues
  • Neuromas
  • Bunion deformities
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Comprehensive Foot Care

  • Nail disorders
  • Pediatric foot disorders
  • Diabetic foot care
  • Ulcers
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Patient-Centered Treatment Philosophy

Our founder’s approach to treatment prioritizes conservative care as the main strategy for addressing foot and ankle conditions. She believes that a precise diagnosis and a thorough conservative treatment plan usually provide the most effective recovery for patients. Surgical intervention is reserved for cases where all other treatments have been exhausted. She is committed to ensuring each patient receives the care they need to improve their quality of life. Her compassion, openness, and enthusiasm for her work contribute to successful patient outcomes.

Personalized Treatment Plans for Every Patient

Discover how our advanced expertise and genuine patient care can transform your foot and ankle health—take the next step with our tailored solutions today.