Dr. Charles Kurtzer is a founding partner of the FOOT group. Dr. Kurtzer graduated from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco in 1982. Prior to attending CCPM, he received his BA from Rutgers College in microbiology and his MS in biology from Seton Hall University.
After completing his residency in podiatric surgery at St. Michael's Medical Center in Newark, NJ he entered private practice with his father, Dr. Morris Kurtzer forming the Suburban Podiatry Group.Dr. Kurtzer is a Diplomate (board certified) of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery.
After completing his residency in podiatric surgery at St. Michael's Medical Center in Newark, NJ he entered private practice with his father, Dr. Morris Kurtzer forming the Suburban Podiatry Group.Dr. Kurtzer is a Diplomate (board certified) of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery.
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Heel pain is the most common foot problem presenting in our office. It is often attributed to plantar fascitis. While most heel pain is responsive to conservative therapy including orthotics, strapping, physical therapy, NSAIDS, corticosteroid injections and rest, 10% of patients remain with pain. These patients are faced with the choice of having surgery or living with pain.
Ultrasound imaging, also called ultrasound scanning or sonography, involves exposing part of the body to high-frequency sound waves to produce pictures of the inside of the body. Ultrasound exams do not use ionizing radiation (as used in x-rays). Because ultrasound images are captured in real-time, they can show the structure and movement of the body's internal organs, as well as blood flowing through blood vessels.
We participate in the Medicare diabetic shoe program. Diabetic shoes along with heat molded insoles have been very effective in preventing complications that many diabetics experience. Patients diagnosed with diabetes mellitus should also consider having specially made shoes to protect their feet. Most patients with diabetes qualify for footwear and inserts under the Medicare Therapeutic Shoe Bill.
Millions of Americans are diagnosed with diabetes, and each year many of them are at risk of having major podiatric complications as a side effect of their diabetes. If you have diabetes, it is imperative that you care for your feet and manage your diabetes with a trusted and experienced. In the context of a diabetic condition, the word "wound" can actually refer to any of cuts, blisters, bruises, bumps, burns, and calluses.
Your first visit to our office establishes a vital foundation for our relationship with you. During the first visit, we make sure to obtain important background information and give you time to get to know our staff. You'll find all the practical information you need, such as a map and directions to our office, practice hours, patient forms and more.
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Dr. Stephen Becker
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