Frank E. Vargo, DPM, located in Strongsville, OH, has been dedicated to getting to the root of your foot or ankle problem for over 30 years. Having chronic foot and ankle pain can affect the quality of your life and finding the right foot and ankle specialist can be just as difficult. Our practice specializes in non-surgical treatments for foot, ankle and heel pain.
Dr. Vargo has performed numerous surgeries on my mother and I. Through time he has managed to set the bar high and perform a more taxing surgery. The latest surgery (Lapiplaty), had the greatest outcome and I would highly recommend it for anyone who has a bunion. His demeanor is very genuine, warm, and utmost sincere.
Dr. Vargo has performed numerous surgeries on my mother and I. Through time he has managed to set the bar high and perform a more taxing surgery. The latest surgery (Lapiplaty), had the greatest outcome and I would highly recommend it for anyone who has a bunion. His demeanor is very genuine, warm, and utmost sincere.
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All our professionals at the office of Strongsville Podiatry, LLC maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay abreast of the latest trends in podiatry. After graduating Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 1978, Dr. Vargo earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine.
There are a variety of reasons why you may need to see a foot doctor. The musculoskeletal system of the feet, ankles, and lower legs involve many different parts that have to work together in unison to create smooth and pain-free movement. If any of these parts are not functioning properly, the whole system can suffer!
If you have never been to a podiatrist before, you may be nervous about your upcoming visit. Don't be! Millions of people see podiatrists every year for help with their feet, ankles, and lower legs. Did you know the average person takes about 10,000 steps every day? That is a lot of stress on your feet!
Plantar fasciitis is one of the most common causes of heel pain. It is caused by the irritation and inflammation of the large band of tissue that connects your heel bone to your toes (plantar fascia). Some symptoms include stabbing pain that usually occurs in the mornings. As you walk around on the foot the pain normally decreases, but it can return after standing for long periods of time.
Heel spurs occur in at least 50% of people who have plantar fasciitis. Past treatments for heel spurs, a bony growth that begins on the front of your heel bone and points toward the arch of your foot, included surgery to remove the growth. Nowadays, surgery is rarely a treatment option and more plans for physical therapy, ice, and pain medications are used to treat heel spurs.
Reviews (10)
Rebecca H.
Jan 18, 2022
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Cindy Sapara
Jul 21, 2021
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Dr. Vargo is a Doctor that I can trust! That means everything! He has helped me with a bad sprained ankle, metatarsalgia and surgery for an ingrown toenail. He draws pictures as he explains what he is going to do and is very thorough. He is very caring and u know he has your best interest at heart. I can’t say enough great things about him. He has a great personality and sense of humor!
Carlita Arn
May 29, 2021
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Kelly Krzyzanowski
Dec 15, 2020
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Marge Marcy
Nov 19, 2020
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He is very knowledgeable, understanding, and kind. He helped me with my problem on the first visit. I recommended him to my sister. She had appointments with two other podiatrists who diagnosed her wrong .Dr Vargo fixed her problem. She suffered for months due to the wrong diagnosis. He is just an amazing and a great doctor
Katerina Siamidis
Jan 09, 2020
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Dr. Vargo is absolutely SPECTACULAR!
I spent over a month in pain because of a problem with my pinky toe. My primary physician and his facility failed me miserably and tossed me to the side, not even trying to find the root of the problem.
I took it upon myself to go see Dr. Vargo and I am so happy that I did. Not only is he a super personable and kind man, but he is the most genuinely caring doctor I have ever encountered. He took care of me wonderfully and efficiently. I will never go to another podiatrist!
Thank you Dr. Vargo!
I spent over a month in pain because of a problem with my pinky toe. My primary physician and his facility failed me miserably and tossed me to the side, not even trying to find the root of the problem.
I took it upon myself to go see Dr. Vargo and I am so happy that I did. Not only is he a super personable and kind man, but he is the most genuinely caring doctor I have ever encountered. He took care of me wonderfully and efficiently. I will never go to another podiatrist!
Thank you Dr. Vargo!
L. V.
Jan 18, 2018
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I was able to schedule my appointments easily. The staff was very friendly at each visit. Dr Vargo was very helpful and explained how my feet are constructed, how they work and how they get irritated and pained. I followed his directions and felt less pain in a short period of time.
I am grateful for the time he took to explain things to me. Now I can better take care of myself.
I am grateful for the time he took to explain things to me. Now I can better take care of myself.
Susan
Sep 10, 2017
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Dr. Vargo is an exceptional podiatrist / doctor. He will take the time to ask questions, and he has a compassionate manner. It is not unusual for Dr. Vargo to offer both a conservative treatment option and an aggressive treatment option. Despite being a sole practitioner (you ALWAYS get to be seen by Dr. Vargo, not a nurse practitioner), he is typically punctual. Best of all, Dr. Vargo knows how to minimize pain by applying pressure to pressure points and placing injections just so. The staff members in Dr. Vargo's practice are pleasant and professional.
Cinnamon Cifani
Sep 08, 2017
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The staff was more than friendly. This was my first visit, I liked the option to print out their forms at home and bring in, instead filling them out in the lobby. The staff as I said extremely friendly and helped me on a very bad day!! Dr Vargo was just as nice, took his time to ask questions and actually hear my answers not just have a predetermined opinion of how to treat my problem. I didn't feel like just another patient. I am very happy with this foot doctor and am scheduling an appointment for my husband.
Annie G.
Oct 25, 2014
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We are very happy to recommend the podiatry services of Dr. Vargo and his wonderful staff. Having two teenage ballet daughters, we've had occasion to see the doctor for a fractured big toe(from non-dance related activity) and a nasty MRSA(yikes!!) infection from an blister(dance-related). Dr. Vargo takes the time to explain things thoroughly and address concerns so that as a Mom, I felt that my daughter's feet were in very good hands. His course of care and follow-up appointments definitely helped a potentially very serious infection resolve as favorably and quickly as possible.
