Dr. Gary S Saphire DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Primary Podiatric Medicine
248 Avenue P Brooklyn NY, 11204About
Dr. Gary Saphire is a podiatrist practicing in Brooklyn, NY. Dr. Saphire is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Saphire 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.
Education and Training
Brooklyn College B.S. Biology 1974
Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine D.P.M. 1978
Board Certification
PodiatryAmerican Board of Podiatric MedicineABPM
Provider Details
Treatments
- Achilles Tendon
- Ankle Instability
- Ankle Sprains
- Arthritic Foot & Ankle Care
- Athletes Foot
- Bunions
- Calluses
- Corns
- Crush Injuries
- Diabetic Foot Infections
- Flat Feet
- Fractures
- Fungus Toenails
- Gait Problems
- Geriatric Foot Care
- Hammertoes
- Heel Spurs
- Infections
- Ingrown Toenails
- Injuries
- Metatarsalgia
- Neuromas
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Foot And Ankle Pain
- Children's Foot Problems
- Reconstructive Foot Surgery
- Poor Circulation
- Warts
- Wounds
Professional Memberships
- Professional Member American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ACFAS)
- Professional Member American Podiatric Medical Association
- Professional Member New York State Podiatric Medical Association
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