Dr. Robert Irwin Epstein DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist)
1300 Hidden Lake Dr Buffalo Grove IL, 60089About
Dr. Robert Epstein is a podiatrist practicing in Buffalo Grove, IL. Dr. Epstein is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Epstein 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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