Dr. Sandra P. Garcia
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
953 Southern Boulevard Suite 204 Bronx New York, 11385About
Sandra P. Garcia, DPM, has her own practice in the Bronx, New York. A graduate of the New York College of Podiatry in 1998; she is also on staff at Flushing Hospital, Queens Hospital, Montefiore Medical Center, and North Shore University Medical Center. Listening and treating the entire patient as a whole will yield the best results according to Dr. Garcia.
Education and Training
New York College of Podiatry
Board Certification
Podiatric Medicine
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Dr. Sandra P. Garcia Other's Expert Contributions
Do store orthotics work?
I do not recommend the outside orthotics. It is better to get molded for your true fit. READ MORE
Ingrown toenail surgery now have thick ridged nails
The doctor who did this procedure, sounds like he or she did a poor job by touching the matrix of the nail which is under the cuticle. Unfortunately, you could only cover the nail with a fake nail. READ MORE
What's this feeling on the bottom of my toe?
It could be nerve degeneration of that nerve root. Increase your intake of vit B and Folic Acid. READ MORE
Dull pain in my big toe with no presumed cause, what is it?
Big toe pain is known for low levels of Vit D. Visit a podiatrist for Vit D serum blood levels. READ MORE
How to reduce the pain due to ankle sprain?
Rest, ice, elevate and strap. If you need to walk, get crutches. Also, an MRI may be needed after 4 weeks of no full recovery. READ MORE
I have a painful, swollen ankle following an injury. What to do?
Hopefully you are wearing ankle support to allow healing of those ligament tear fibers on your lateral side of the ankle. Rest and Brace are the keys. READ MORE
Why am I experiencing ankle pain after two years of arthroscopic surgery?
Like with any surgery, even orthroscopic nerve endings get sacrificed during the procedure. If you remember your surgical consent describes all the nerve damage always caused by surgery. Try Folic Acid 3 Times per day and ask for a nerve conduction test. READ MORE
Is my ankle sprained?
You need to let us know your level of pain from 1-10. Also, where is your pain, on the outside of the ankle which is the weakest area.and it drags the foot by the 5 toe. And if the inside called the medial compartment is also affected is a worse sprain. Overall, you need to be on a cam boot for 4 weeks. READ MORE
There is a feeling of discomfort in my right foot. What could this be?
We need to do a X-ray to see the bone structures to determine where the pain is coming from and prescription of a NSAID for 1 week like Aleve. If stomach upset is your problem, just a Tylenol for 7 days. READ MORE
I am getting frequent ankle swelling. Can it be cured?
You may have venous insufficiency, meaning your venous system has changed. Also, in your next physical, ask your general doc how is your BUN and creatinine ranges, these let you know how your kidneys are functioning. READ MORE
Do heel bone fractures require surgery?
If you are 1-30 years old, fracture heals in 4 weeks and 30-50, they heal in 5 weeks.... so age is a factor. Also, your intake of calcium with Vit D... do a DEXA test to evaluate your whole body calcium, bone density, then do the surgery. READ MORE
My mother is diabetic and has thick nail growth in her feet. How can we cut them while avoiding injury?
I advise you strongly to see a podiatrist. Podiatrists are trained to care for diabetics with many comorbidities, including painful fungus nails. READ MORE
Why do I wake up with pain in my heels everyday?
Shooting pain translates to neurological, which means nerve involvement. You need to get Folic Acid OVC, no interference with any other meds that people take . Also, stretching Plantar Fasciitis exercises - google them and also check your lower back. READ MORE
What to do for swollen feet?
I will prescribe you Diuretics - water tablets to release the fluid retention on your ankle. Also, I will do circulation test. READ MORE
I have a corn in my foot. Can corn cap remove that?
Visiting your podiatrist will do a better job than a chemical application that can lead to a chemical burn/infection. READ MORE
Could weight be a contributing factor for ankle and knee pain?
Yes, body weight does affect our joints. Try to do a small diet to lose 5-7 pounds that would help your joints. Also, knee and ankle manipulations, google them. READ MORE
Internships
- Wyckoff Heights Medical Center
Professional Society Memberships
- Bronx Medical Society, American Podiatric Medical Association
What do you attribute your success to?
Listening, Treating the Entire Patient
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