Dr. Wayne Caputo
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
5 Franklin Ave Suite 103 Belleville NJ, 07109About
Dr. Wayne Caputo is a podiatrist practicing in Belleville, NJ. Dr. Caputo is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Caputo 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
New York College of Podiatric Medicine Doctor of Podiatric Medicine 0
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How to ice and heat a broken ankle?
Patient profile. READ MORE
Is it ok to massage plantar fasciitis?
yes READ MORE
When should I see a doctor for heel pain?
yes READ MORE
How long does it take for a broken fibula to heal after surgery?
Weeks to months. READ MORE
Why do I have flat feet?
Genetics appt. READ MORE
My foot looks like it has a wart on the bottom of it. How can I get rid of it?
Need an appt. READ MORE
Should I see a podiatrist or chiropractor?
Podiatrist. READ MORE
How do you know a child's foot is broken?
X-ray exam. READ MORE
Should I go to the doctor for a dislocated ankle?
yes READ MORE
How can my daughter manage a broken toe without surgery?
Limit amb. READ MORE
How do I help my son who's ankle surgery is delayed?
Limit amb elevation. READ MORE
What foot exercises can be done at home?
All. READ MORE
Why does the bone under my big toe hurt?
Sesamiditis. READ MORE
When do you see a doctor for a sore ankle?
now READ MORE
How do you get rid of white toenail fungus?
Topical, oral. READ MORE
What are the treatment options for toe fungus?
Topicals. READ MORE
Why does the center of my foot hurt when I walk?
Plantar fascitis. READ MORE
What is the strongest treatment for athlete's foot?
Oral. READ MORE
What is the best way to treat ingrown toenails?
Topical. READ MORE
Can a dislocated ankle fix itself?
no READ MORE
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Get to know Podiatrist Dr. Wayne J. Caputo, who serves patients in Belleville, New Jersey.
Dr. Caputo is the Director of the Wound Care Center at Clara Maass Medical Center – a community medical center in Belleville, New Jersey. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology and staffed with dedicated healthcare professionals, Clara Maass Medical Center is prepared to provide advanced treatments for a wide variety of medical conditions.
Clara Maass Medical Center was named after nurse Clara Maass, who dedicated most of her life to helping others. Her determination to save lives led her to participate in a bold yellow fever experiment in which she willingly subjecting herself to bites from infected mosquitoes. The experiment led to her death, but the study was instrumental in the eventual creation of a yellow fever vaccine.
The procedures that Dr. Caputo most frequently performs are tendon injection and skin graft. His patients have wonderful things to say about him, one stating “Excellent doctor that cares about his patients, he loves what he does and makes you feel at home. Explains everything to you in simple terms so that a regular person can understand it. If you need a foot doctor, choose one of the best – Dr. Caputo.”
On the subject of his educational background, Dr. Caputo earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, a private podiatric college in New York City, New York. Thereafter, he went on to complete his residency at Baptist Medical Center in Brooklyn, New York.
Podiatry or podiatric medicine is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle and lower extremity. A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician or foot and ankle surgeon, is a medical professional devoted to the treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. They also prevent and correct deformity, keep people mobile and active, relieve pain, and treat infections.
In addition to English, Dr. Caputo speaks Spanish.
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- What Is a Heel Spur?
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- What Are Bunions?
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