Dr. Dr. Lenny Ramirez
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
540 37th St Union City NJ, 07087About
Dr. Lenny Ramirez is a podiatrist practicing in Union City, NJ. Dr. Ramirez is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Ramirez 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.
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Can a dislocated ankle fix itself?
The question is tricky because if you are asking if a dislocation can reduce and go back into position prior to dislocation, then anything is possible. The problem is, even if a dislocation reduces itself (which does not happen too often), there is a period of time that is needed to allow the ligaments and surrounding structures to heal itself, and you really need medical attention for diagnostic testing to see no ligaments or tendons are torn as a result of the dislocation. READ MORE
Can heel pain be treated surgically?
85% of heel pain is treated conservatively, but it depends on the cause of the heel pain, as heel pain can be associated with many causes such as arthritic spurs, inflammation of the heel cord, neurological causes such as back conditions or inflammation of nerves to the foot, and, of course, stress fractures of the heel or a growth in the bone of the heel. In the end, some need surgical intervention, but it most don’t. It all depends on the cause. READ MORE
My foot looks like it has a wart on the bottom of it. How can I get rid of it?
If it’s a true wart, it won’t go away by itself. Usually, warts, which are a type of papilloma virus, are best treated via some type of resection by use of freezing technique vs surgical excision vs use of chemical agents to get rid of the lesion. If a true wart, have it removed because they can multiply and then you are dealing with a bigger problem. READ MORE
Why do I find it hard to flex my toes?
Stiffness is usually associated with some type of inflammatory process involving the joints of the toes. This may include mechanical trauma such as tight shoes or arthritis in general which will happen to most people as we get older. Stiffness can also result from other conditions such as diabetes where muscles and tendons lose strength and function and we develop stiffness due to lack of movemebt READ MORE
How long does it take for heel pain to heal?
Heel pain, if caused by inflammation such as plantar fasciitis, can be self-limiting. meaning it can sometimes resolve on its own. However, it can take as long as 9-12 months for the heel to respond on its own, so we recommend treatment at the office to expedite the healing. READ MORE
Why does my foot feel heavy?
Dragging and heaviness can be attributed from conditions such as overuse of muscles in the lower extremity or due to delay in venous return from conditions such as venous insufficiency thus forming heaviness from build-up of blood in the lower extremity. READ MORE
Why does my foot feel heavy?
Certainly overuse of muscles can cause those symptoms especially if muscles in the legs are overused. Nerve impingement can also lead to heaviness of the lower extremity due to its effects on the muscle READ MORE
Should you wear a walking boot for a sprained ankle?
A grade 1 sprain can certainly be placed into a walking boot however a grade 2 which is a partial tear is best treated if immobilized initially for 3-5 weeks Grade 3 should be immobilized forn8-12 weeks READ MORE
How successful is plantar fasciitis surgery?
There are a wide variety of treatment options for plantar fascia surgery and for me, surgery is not usually performed until all forms of conservative modalities have been exhausted. In treating plantar fasciitis for 28 years, I have found 80% respond conservatively and the 20% of patients where I perform surgery, 90% respond favorably to endoscopic procedures which are very minor. Other surgeries to treat fasciitis include conflation techniques and TENEC procedures. I have personally only seen 60% cure with these modalities in a sample of over 100 patients. In the end, if surgery is needed, the choice is the endoscopic plantar fasciotomy, which for me carried a 90% cure rate. That’s great odds! READ MORE
How long does it take for a broken fibula to heal after surgery?
Most Ossetia structures take 8-12 weeks to heal, and a healthy 17-year-old should heal well, provided immobilization techniques and refraining from walking on the ankle is adhered to. As long as fibula in’s non-displaced, there should be no worry for a healthy 17-year-old fibula from healing well. READ MORE
I have pus-filled white bumps around my ankle. What could this be?
Hello Anything regardless of where it is that contains pus filled fluid should be cultured. With that being said, the seriousness of any condition with pus like substance would depend on the results of the culture which may indicate an infectious process. Treatment would be initiated based on the culture. READ MORE
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Get to know Podiatrist Dr. Lenny Ramirez, who serves patients in multiple offices in Northern New Jersey.
Dr. Ramirez is a well-versed podiatrist in practice with Riverside Medical Group Foot and Ankle Division, serving patients in multiple offices in Northern New Jersey. His medical interests are diabetic foot care, including reconstruction, foot and ankle surgery, and total ankle arthroplasty and replacement.
Riverside Medical Group is the premier medical practice in Northern New Jersey serving patients in Bergen, Essex, Passaic, and Hudson counties. The team consists of over 100 board-certified medical providers equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and committed to providing patient-focused medical care to the entire family.
A firm believer in patient education, Dr. Ramirez focuses on explaining to the patients their conditions in detail and providing them with different options. Since he has a strong family history of diabetes and being a diabetic himself, he takes great interest in treating and understanding diabetes with different foot complications and ailments associated with the condition.
After graduating from St. John’s University with his Bachelor of Pharmacy degree in 1987, he went on to obtain his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 1991. He then completed his residency at Passaic Beth Israel Hospital in 1993.
Throughout his extensive career, Dr. Ramirez was the past Chief of Passaic Beth Israel Medical Center, past Chief of Meadowlands Hospital, past Resident Director of St. Mary’s Hospital, as well as the past Consultant for Solano Orthopedics, Seal External Fixation Company, and Medartis Orthopedics.
At present, he is an Assistant Director and an Externship Coordinator at Hackensack University Medical Center at Palisades for the Podiatric Surgical Residency Program.
A Diplomate of the American College of Surgeons (FACFASFAS) and a Fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Orthopedics and Medicine (FACFAOM), the doctor is board-certified in podiatric surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery, whose mission is to protect and improve the health and welfare of the public by advancing the art and science of foot and ankle surgery. He is also a Registered Pharmacist (RPH).
Podiatry is a branch of medicine devoted to the study, diagnosis, and medical and surgical treatment of a variety of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. A podiatrist, also known as a podiatric physician or a foot and ankle surgeon, is a medical professional devoted to the treatment of disorders of the foot, ankle, and lower extremity. They can treat injuries and complications from ongoing health issues like diabetes.
Present-day, Dr. Ramirez and his family have been residents of Wayne, New Jersey since 1996. He and his wife, Cindy, who is a registered nurse, have three children: Tyler, Samantha, and Sarina.
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Dr. Demetrios S Econopouly DPM1906 Kennedy Blvd Union City NJ 07087![]()
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