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Dr. Marilyn M. Vinokur, DPM

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)

Dr. Marilyn Vinokur is a podiatrist practicing in Waterbury, CT. Dr. Vinokur is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Vinokur 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.
Dr. Marilyn M. Vinokur, DPM
  • Waterbury, CT
  • Accepting new patients

How to treat my mom's bad foot pain?

Call her primary doctor.

Ingrown toenail?

Hi, You really need to see a Podiatrist for treatment of this infection. He/ she will evaluate and treat this. The treatment will depend on the seriousness of the infection. Cutting READ MORE
Hi,
You really need to see a Podiatrist for treatment of this infection. He/ she will evaluate and treat this. The treatment will depend on the seriousness of the infection. Cutting back the corner of the mail which is causing the problem is a starting point. DONT neglect the infection!!
Good luck

Can flat feet be fixed without surgery?

Depending on the age, severity, and symptoms, most flat feet are treated with accommodation in the form of custom orthotics.

Retention of fluid to feet and lower legs?

See your PCP for fluid management. Avoid salt and salty foods

What is the best toenail fungus treatment?

Lamisil tablets for 3 months. Monitoring liver function each month.

I have swollen feet for the last month?

It should be obvious you need to be evaluated. Is it venous? Arterial? Heart? Fluid retention? See a doctor.

When is ankle surgery necessary?

Patients ideally talk the doctor INTO doing surgery. When the pain becomes too much for you, then you will plead for surgical correction.

What can you never do after ankle surgery?

That is entirely up to your surgeon.

Foot pain?

Symptoms suggest neuropathy, which is more symptomatic at night. There is idiopathic neuropathy or neuropathy from medical causes. Diabetes, medications, and any things that break READ MORE
Symptoms suggest neuropathy, which is more symptomatic at night. There is idiopathic neuropathy or neuropathy from medical causes. Diabetes, medications, and any things that break down into sugars may be a cause. Thyroid disease as well. You need a full work up and if necessary nerve conduction studies.

Leg and foot pain?

This needs a face-to-face encounter with a podiatrist or pcp. Offhand, it sounds like shin splint, but could be vascular.

Do orthopedic doctors treat ankle sprains?

Podiatrists do but I can't answer for Orthopedic surgeons. You'd have to ask an Orthopedist.

Treating bow legs?

It's 45 years too late to fix this problem. That bus has left the station. Only major leg surgery is an option and not a good one

Can you walk after toenail removal?

Certainly but not a walking marathon. Nail surgeries generally do very well but can take time to heal. Try to be patient with it.
Good luck

One toe is freezing and throbbing pain?

Call your surgeon as you may have thrown a clot. Don't neglect this.

How long does it take for a ruptured Achilles tendon to heal without surgery?

1. It depends on the extent of the damage.
2. Three to six months depending a lot on how much/little you are on it.