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Your Trusted Partner for Comprehensive Podiatry Care
At Grand Central Podiatry, we have dedicated ourselves to resolving foot and ankle concerns with precision and care for over three decades. Our practice combines 35 years of clinical expertise with innovative technology to address conditions ranging from heel pain and plantar fasciitis to diabetic foot care and sports medicine injuries. We prioritize conservative treatments like custom orthotics, physical therapy, and shockwave therapy while maintaining surgical proficiency for complex cases. Our team, led by Dr. Ernest Levi, focuses on personalized care, ensuring patients understand their diagnoses and treatment options.We serve adults and children over four, emphasizing pain-free living through comprehensive evaluations and tailored interventions. With offices in Midtown Manhattan, we accept most major insurance plans and offer flexible scheduling to accommodate our patients' needs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in patient testimonials highlighting our compassionate approach, effective outcomes, and attention to detail in every consultation and procedure.
Services
Heel Pain Treatment
Plantar Fasciitis Care
Custom Orthotics
Diabetic Foot Care
Podiatric Surgery
Sports Medicine
Bunion Correction
Hammertoe Treatment
Wound Care
Arthritic Foot Management
Highlights and features
- We offer 35 years of specialized podiatric expertise in Manhattan.
- Our practice utilizes advanced treatments like MLS laser and shockwave therapy.
- Personalized care plans address each patient's unique foot health needs.
- We accept most major insurance providers for patient convenience.
- Our team maintains a patient-first approach with thorough consultations and follow-ups.
What people say
Knowledgeable and patient practitioner
Instant relief from orthotics
Pain-free living achieved
Gentle and caring approach
Exceptional post-surgery recovery
Services
Custom Orthotics
Custom orthotics provide personalized foot support to address structural imbalances and alleviate pain from conditions like plantar fasciitis and arthritis. These medical devices redistribute pressure, improve gait mechanics, and prevent injury progression. Patients benefit from enhanced comfort during daily activities and specialized versions for athletic performance, with 28% reduced injury risk according to clinical studies.
Plantar Fasciitis Treatment
Our plantar fasciitis treatment combines shockwave therapy, night splints, and custom orthotics to resolve chronic heel pain caused by tissue inflammation. We address contributing factors like improper footwear and biomechanical abnormalities through conservative interventions before considering surgical release procedures. Patients experience reduced morning pain and restored mobility within months of starting treatment.
Diabetic Foot Care
Specialized diabetic foot care prevents complications from nerve damage and poor circulation through regular screenings and wound debridement. We provide preventive education on daily foot inspections and proper footwear while treating ulcers with advanced wound care techniques. Early intervention prevents infections that could lead to amputation, maintaining patients' quality of life.
Bunion Correction
Bunion treatment starts with conservative measures like padding and orthotics before considering surgical realignment. Our procedures correct bone deformities at the big toe joint while addressing associated hammertoe conditions. Postoperative care includes immobilization and physical therapy to restore normal foot function and prevent recurrence through improved footwear education.
Sports Medicine
Sports medicine services treat overuse injuries and acute trauma in athletes through biomechanical assessments and activity-specific orthotics. We manage conditions like stress fractures and Achilles tendonitis with rest protocols, MLS laser therapy, and gradual return-to-play plans. Preventive strategies focus on proper footwear selection and technique adjustments to reduce re-injury risks.
People
Ernest Levi
Podiatrist
Dr. Ernest Levi has practiced podiatry in Manhattan for over 35 years, specializing in conservative treatments and surgical interventions for foot and ankle conditions. He emphasizes patient education and personalized care plans while utilizing advanced technologies like MLS laser therapy.
Questions
What foot conditions do you treat?
We treat heel pain, plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammertoe, diabetic foot ulcers, sports injuries, and arthritic conditions using conservative and surgical methods.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, and United Healthcare. Contact our office for verification.
Are custom orthotics covered by insurance?
Orthotic coverage varies by provider. Our staff can help verify your specific benefits and file necessary documentation for potential reimbursement.
What happens during first visit?
Your initial appointment includes a comprehensive evaluation, diagnostic imaging if needed, and discussion of personalized treatment options with time for questions.
Do you offer emergency podiatry care?
We prioritize urgent cases like severe injuries and infections but don't provide after-hours emergency services. Contact us during business hours for immediate concerns.
How to schedule an appointment?
Request appointments online through our website or call (212) 685-5100 during business hours. We offer flexible scheduling for new and existing patients.
Reviews (7)
Zhou Liu
Oct 20, 2021
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Dr. Levi is the best Podiatrist I have ever seen. I had an itchy toe for thirty years and no other doctor had a clue. Dr. Levi was able to cure it in six months! Cannot be too grateful. Very friendly staff and generally punctual for appointments too.
Olivia Limone
Sep 15, 2021
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Really great experience! Dr. Levi was kind and spent a lot of time with me to explain everything thoroughly. Office is organized too. Will be coming back, and definitely recommend!
Dan Jacobson
Jun 16, 2019
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Dr. Levi is warm, quick, and discerning. He was able to very rapidly identify the cause of my pain, and within minutes, create a solution that worked for me even though my insurance didn't cover the best option. Without hesitation, I would recommend Dr. Levi's practice to anyone who needs a good podiatrist.
Gerard Boyle
Jun 13, 2019
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Dr. Levi is a true professional, however I also consider him a friend. He is compassionate, and knowledgeable, but most of all a great listener. During my appointments I never feel rushed. I always feel Dr. Levi is carefully evaluating the best possible course of action by asking me pertinent questions and listening intently to my response. The office staff is always friendly, cheerful and courteous. The office is clean, clean, clean, and well lit.
Al Lipoff
Sep 05, 2018
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I visited Dr. Levi in January 2019. I was in great pain suffering from a problem with the big toe that my previous doctor had been unable to help me with for a long period of time.
Dr.Levi was very personable and friendly when I met him during my first visit. He asked me many questions regarding my problem and carefully made his diagnosis. I was very impressed that he was so thorough and took a great deal of time to diagnose the situation.
Dr. Levi then scheduled an appointment to perform a procedure on my toe a few days later. He performed the procedure in such a thorough and professional manner
Dr.Levi was very personable and friendly when I met him during my first visit. He asked me many questions regarding my problem and carefully made his diagnosis. I was very impressed that he was so thorough and took a great deal of time to diagnose the situation.
Dr. Levi then scheduled an appointment to perform a procedure on my toe a few days later. He performed the procedure in such a thorough and professional manner
Rachel Viliusis
Jan 08, 2018
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The office staff are incredibly personable and professional, and make you feel very welcome. Doctor Levi has a great bedside manner and is always very thorough - making sure that I am informed about the status of my condition during each visit, and giving instruction on how we will proceed in the next one. Definitely recommend!
Paola Torres
Aug 31, 2015
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I started going to Dr. Levi late last year. I have to say that it was so nice to walk into a place that from the beginning to the end of my visit everyone and everything was so pleasant. His staff is super friendly and helpful. They make you feel welcomed from beginning to end. Dr. Levi has the best manners I have seen in any doctor I have ever visited. He makes you feel like you matter and doesn't treat you like you are just another patient to see. He has helped me with my foot pain and continues to follow up on how I'm doing. I would recommend you see him for any foot pain you have. It's very
