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Dr. Fred Birnbaum, DPM

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)

Dr. Fred Birnbaum is a podiatrist practicing in Bensalem, PA. Dr. Birnbaum is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Birnbaum diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics.

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46 years Experience

Dr. Fred Birnbaum, DPM

Bensalem, PA
Pa College Podiatric Medicine
Accepting new patients

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What to do about a broken toenail?

I would see a podiatrist and get this taken care of properly. A nail takes 6-9 months to regrow

What are the treatment options for plantar fasciitis?

Things you can start with: take 1800mg Ibuprofen a day (total) or 1000mg Naproxen a day if tolerated and safe for you. Freeze a plastic water bottle and roll it with your foot READ MORE

Things you can start with: take 1800mg Ibuprofen a day (total) or 1000mg Naproxen a day if tolerated and safe for you. Freeze a plastic water bottle and roll it with your foot along your heel and arch for 5-10 minutes twice a day. Wear a higher heel ( even around the house) and only do the walking you have to do, no running or exercise involving weight-bearing while you have the problem. If these things don’t alleviate the problem, see a podiatrist.

Feet go purple with white blotches?

This may be signs of CRPS ( chronic regional pain syndrome) or a circulation disorder known as acrocyanosis or a Raynaud’s phenomenon. See a podiatrist to get help with diagnosing READ MORE

This may be signs of CRPS ( chronic regional pain syndrome) or a circulation disorder known as acrocyanosis or a Raynaud’s phenomenon.
See a podiatrist to get help with diagnosing and treating this problem.

Is my toe fine or do I need to go to the doctor? (would prefer not to)

The hallmark of infection is pain. If your description is accurate, then indeed you have a subungual hematoma and if it’s asymptomatic, there’s no need to see a doctor about it. READ MORE

The hallmark of infection is pain.
If your description is accurate, then indeed you have a subungual hematoma and if it’s asymptomatic, there’s no need to see a doctor about it.

Sprained ankle?

A sprained ankle is a partial ligament tear to 1, 2, or 3 ligaments around the ankle joint. I would recommend seeing a podiatrist to evaluate your rehab potential and you may need READ MORE

A sprained ankle is a partial ligament tear to 1, 2, or 3 ligaments around the ankle joint. I would recommend seeing a podiatrist to evaluate your rehab potential and you may need some physical therapy and possibly a short-term ankle brace.

Foot infections?

Picture out of focus, but they look like warts (verucca). Pretty significant infection. See a podiatrist.

Burning sensation in sole of both feet?

Acupuncture with an expert may help. Slippers will not. There are some medications that can help with the pain. A pain management doctor could help you.

Best course of action for month old toe injury?

Very little I can tell you without physical evaluation and xrays.

Broken toe?

The best thing is to ice it off and on, take some Advil. A podiatrist can dispense you with a surgical shoe, which will make it less painful to walk on, and take an x-ray to make READ MORE

The best thing is to ice it off and on, take some Advil. A podiatrist can dispense you with a surgical shoe, which will make it less painful to walk on, and take an x-ray to make sure it’s not too severe or dislocated.

Planters wart?

It is doubtful that they are warts. Warts usually disappear without any treatment within a couple years. More likely they are corns or skin cysts. See a podiatrist for accurate READ MORE

It is doubtful that they are warts. Warts usually disappear without any treatment within a couple years. More likely they are corns or skin cysts. See a podiatrist for accurate diagnosis and treatment for this painful problem

My toe bump?

There are a number of possible diagnoses and without a picture it would be difficult to give you accurate info. See a podiatrist!

I need help with my feet?

I cannot tell anything from this photo. See a podiatrist for treatment

I rip off my toenails?

Sounds like you are proud of a bad habit to me. In psychological terms, a person who compulsively rips off their nails is called a tylectomaniac. Just in case you wanted to know. READ MORE

Sounds like you are proud of a bad habit to me. In psychological terms, a person who compulsively rips off their nails is called a tylectomaniac. Just in case you wanted to know. Eventually, you will get a nasty infection, and maybe need hospitalization for sepsis if you stay on this path.