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Dr. Yong J Zhu, DPM

Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)

Dr. Yong Zhu is a podiatrist practicing in Hackettstown, NJ. Dr. Zhu is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot and ankle. As a podiatrist, Dr. Zhu diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet. Our podiatric physicians combine exceptional service with extensive training in their field to offer patient-centered visits. They listen and counsel you as to what are the best options for treatments from conservative options to surgical interventions. Our caring and friendly staff are available to help you each and every step of the way to coordinate the care you need. At Feet 'N Beyond, we provide the individualized attention that you need to get you back to doing what you love.
22 years Experience
Dr. Yong J. Zhu, DPM
  • Hackettstown, NJ
  • NY college of podiatric medici
  • Accepting new patients

Don’t know what this means?

Hi, although I cannot read the post of the page, what seems to be a report. I recommend you to see a neurologist or podiatrist asap. cannot feel means the connection of the foot READ MORE
Hi, although I cannot read the post of the page, what seems to be a report. I recommend you to see a neurologist or podiatrist asap. cannot feel means the connection of the foot to the brain is damaged or severed. The only way to know is thru a consultation and some test. good luck in your treatment search.

Red ankles?

Hi, you can start with calomine cream twice in the daily time, like morning and afternoon. Then apply over the counter cortisone 10 cream at night before bed. if this don't improve READ MORE
Hi, you can start with calomine cream twice in the daily time, like morning and afternoon. Then apply over the counter cortisone 10 cream at night before bed. if this don't improve it in 7-10 days, see a dermatologist.

Do high heels cause leg pain?

Yes, any shoe can cause leg pain. feet are our foundation, so anything we put on our feet can alter our foundation and cause pain or other symptoms. I would like you to consult READ MORE
Yes, any shoe can cause leg pain. feet are our foundation, so anything we put on our feet can alter our foundation and cause pain or other symptoms. I would like you to consult me or local podiatrist, bring your every day shoes, high heels, sneakers to the office and let the doctor do a gait exam and come up with a definitive diagnosis.

How do I know if my fracture is healing?

Fracture bone takes 6-10 wks to heal. You should have a conversation with your doctor that applied the cast to understand the realistic expectations.

Painful big toe?

I recommend a visit with a local podiatrist to have exam and xray done asap.

When do pins come out after bunion surgery?

The answer to this topic is usually surgeon preference and healing status. usually a doctor will take an xray 2-4 wks on after surgery on a postop visit to see healing and determine READ MORE
The answer to this topic is usually surgeon preference and healing status. usually a doctor will take an xray 2-4 wks on after surgery on a postop visit to see healing and determine if pins are ready to come out. I recommend you to have a talk with your surgeon, hope this helps.

How long does it take to recover from big toe surgery?

The answer is it depends: depends on the type of surgery, surgeon technique, and healing potential of patient. In my office, big toe surgery is done in the office, under local READ MORE
The answer is it depends: depends on the type of surgery, surgeon technique, and healing potential of patient.

In my office, big toe surgery is done in the office, under local anesthesia, no hardware is used, patients walk out of the office, and full recovery is 4-6 wks.

What can be the cause of my toe pain?

Definitely see a podiatrist, pain, and redness are not normal.

Vibration in my foot?

Vibration sense is abnormal. Likely ailment of the nervous system. I recommend that you see a podiatrist regarding this for a full exam.

Why am I experiencing ankle pain after two years of arthroscopic surgery?

I recommend that you go back to see your surgeon for follow up.

How long is recovery from heel spur surgery?

In my office, the surgery is done in office under local anesthesia, and patient walk on the same day, full recovery is 2-4 wks.

There is a feeling of discomfort in my right foot. What could this be?

Pain/discomfort is not normal: mind set of a doctor with seeing a patient with symptoms is: findings of root cause stems from mainly these body parts; metabolic (diet, such as READ MORE
Pain/discomfort is not normal: mind set of a doctor with seeing a patient with symptoms is: findings of root cause stems from mainly these body parts; metabolic (diet, such as gout), structural ( bone spur, arthritis), vascular (circulation issues), neurologic (nerve issues), environmental ( job/activities ). hope this helps. highly recommend an evaluation with a podiatrist if discomfort persisit.

What is the meaning of the term ballerina foot?

This term is a general description of what changes a dancer's feet goes thru when someone participates in that activities with jumping, limping, twisting feet position, torques READ MORE
This term is a general description of what changes a dancer's feet goes thru when someone participates in that activities with jumping, limping, twisting feet position, torques feet positions, landing akwardly, etc...

Some of the changes and signs of these feet: flat feet, mal alignment of joints, pain, blisters, callouses, hammertoes, bone spurs, bunions, nail changes. etc....hope this helps.

My right foot has been hurting, what could it be?

Yes, see a doctor. common cause is plantar fasciitis, fibroma, heel spur, tendonitis.

How do you know a child's foot is broken?

The only way to know definitively is with an xray.

I have a small growth around my ankle. Could it be serious?

The answer is it depends, dangerous or not, depends on the origin of the growth. therefore I recommend for you to see a local podiatrist for further evaluation. common causes READ MORE
The answer is it depends, dangerous or not, depends on the origin of the growth. therefore I recommend for you to see a local podiatrist for further evaluation. common causes are fatty tissue, fibroma, previous injury scar tissue, ganglion cysts.

Why do I have swollen feet inspite of taking anti-inflammatory medicines?

I recommend an xray and mri to be done for definitive diagnosis.

What can I do to relieve foot pain?

Depends on cause of pain. root cause of pain has to be addressed before pain can be relieved.

Can you walk on a dislocated foot?

Not recommended to walk until you see orthopedics or podiatrist.

I have a painful, swollen ankle following an injury. What to do?

Highly recommend you to see a podiatrist or orthopedics asap for x-ray.