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Connecticut Foot Care Centers
Rocky Hill, CT
Connecticut Foot Care Centers
Middletown , CT
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I have been in private practice for 35 years. We provide general foot care in the North central portion of Connecticut. We treat patients of all ages from young children to the seasoned citizens. We care for a variety of Diabetic foot problems ,treat patients with heel pain and correct a variety of foot deformities including bunions and hammertoes. We offer state of the art non surgical treatment of heel pain and plantar fasciitis with shock wave therapy. We provide laser therapy for fungal nails .
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Doctors may have more than one area of specialty interest. Board certification in a specialty area means the doctor has completed formal training and has practice experience in that specialty, and has passed the certification examination from the corresponding accredited medical specialty board.
Podiatry
Languages spoken
English
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A 36-year-old member asked:
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Several months: Depending on severity it can take several months.
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Contact surgeon: A new bandage may needed or a new dressing may need to be applied.
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A 32-year-old member asked:
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Z coil: Either z coil or the walk fit type shoes reorient pressure away from the heel.
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A 20-year-old female asked:
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Infection: It sounds like you have a bacterial infection and need an oral antibiotic. If you have an ingrown tonail it also needs to be treated.
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A 30-year-old member asked:
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They generally don't: Treatment is usually a multifaceted approach. Minor involvement may respond to topical medications. Involved cases require oral medication or laser tr... Read More
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A 43-year-old member asked:
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Bony enlargement : It is thickened skin that forms pressure over a bone spur. There are no natural treatments. You can protect the area or have it removed.
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A 31-year-old member asked:
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Time: Once a nail is bruised it simply needs to grow out. It generally takes 9-12 month for a new nail to fully grow out.
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No: It is not advisable. Your foot/leg should be elevated to prevent excessive swelling.
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A 49-year-old female asked:
Every time i wear closed shoes, my little toe hurts me. what are the possible reasons ans solutions?
Dr. Jeffrey Kahnanswered
46 years experience
Possible corn: You may have a corn, bursitis or a hammertoe. Try wearing a wider shoe. If that does not help consult a podiatrist for an evualatiom.
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A 37-year-old member asked:
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Six to eight weeks: Most toe fractures heal in four to six weeks but swelling may take longer to resolve.
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A 59-year-old male asked:
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Vascular or nerve : You need to be evaluated by a podiatrist or your physician to determine if you have a circulation or nerve issue.
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A 28-year-old male asked:
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Treatment of foot : Podiatry is the medical specialty that deals with the medical, surgical and bio mechanical treatment of the human foot.
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A 38-year-old member asked:
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No: You should be examined by a podiatrist or orthopedist . You may have an i diagnosed fracture.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
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It is possible: A nerve may have been nicked creating discomfort. It may last weeks or several months. Ice might reduce the discomfort.
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A 38-year-old female asked:
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Excess glands: Your problem may be either an excessive number of sweat glands or over active sweat glands. You can try certain dry, an over the counter antiperspiran... Read More
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A 41-year-old member asked:
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Not usually: These growths can be treated with topical verapamil or removed surgically by a podiatrist.
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A 37-year-old male asked:
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Ignore: Support and ice massage are helpful. EPAT/ shockwave therapy or surgery can relieve chronic pain.
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A 37-year-old male asked:
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Ignore: Limiting your salt intake will usually help to reduce swelling
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A 37-year-old male asked:
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Ignore: Purchase shoes in the late afternoon or early evening to allow for the natural swelling .
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A 41-year-old female asked:
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You need an exam: Contact a neurologist or podiatrist for an examination. There is probably a nerve component
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A 40-year-old female asked:
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It may be a corn: A thickened skin results from pressure on the area. See a podiatrist for treatment.
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A 29-year-old female asked:
How long (roughly) does the pain last after orif ankle surgery (trimalleolar fracture)? a few weeks?
Dr. Jeffrey Kahnanswered
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Weeks: The initial pain should improve within a few weeks but soreness and swelling may be present for several months.Keep pressure off of your foot/ankle an... Read More
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A 37-year-old male asked:
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Ignore: Diet control only reduces your uric acid minimally .
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A 23-year-old female asked:
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Athletes foot: You either have athletes foot or an allergic reaction. See a podiatrist or a dermatologist
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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It can be: It is necessary when wearing minimalist shoes. You need to build your muscle tone gradually to prevent muscle strain or injury.
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A 49-year-old female asked:
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Possibly: If you are not improving have your podiatrist or physician examine your foot to confirm that additional damage is not present.
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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See a podiatrist : Seek consultation with a podiatrist or your physician to determine the cause and a possible treatment
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A 74-year-old female asked:
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See a podiatrist : It may be anything from a bacterial infection to a variety of athletes foot. Have it examined by a podiatrist or dermatologist
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Possibly: Fungal nails can be treated with topical solutions, oral medication and laser therapy. See a podiatrist for an evualation
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A 37-year-old male asked:
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Ignore: If you spray your shoes and treat your skin with an anti fungal ,you can reduce recurent nail fungus.
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A 59-year-old female asked:
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Possible : You need care immediately . You need treatment by a vascular specialist and a podiatrist
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A 39-year-old member asked:
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Can take a while: It can take several months but it is possible that it may not heal. It may need to be removed if it is affecting the joint.
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A 34-year-old male asked:
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Possibly: It is usually caused by a nerve compression either in the leg, foot or back. You should have the area evualated and treated if possible.
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A 37-year-old female asked:
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Have an examination : It is difficult to determine if you are dealing with a soft tissue or bone condition. Consult a podiatrist or an orthopedist .
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You need an exam: Have your ankle examined by a podiatrist or an orthopedist. There appears to be more damage than a simple bruise .
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A 44-year-old member asked:
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Use a pumice stone: You can use a pumice stone or an emery board if you are not diabetic and you have good circulation.
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A 32-year-old female asked:
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Possible cyst: It can be a cyst but needs to be examined by a dermatologist, pcp or a podiatrist.
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Quickly: The half life of Cipro (ciprofloxacin) is very short and should be out of your system in just a couple of days. Yon don't need to wait to take the ant... Read More
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A 54-year-old female asked:
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Support: Have the area examined by a podiatrist or orthopedist . You probably need to support the foot properly to prevent further breakdown.
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A 45-year-old female asked:
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Immobilize: You can seek a consultation with an orthopedist or podiatrist. A cast or cam walker will stop the motion and control discomfort .
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A 24-year-old female asked:
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Contact the surgeon: Swelling is not unusual but if excessive could indicate a possible infection especially if you have been staying off of your foot/ankle and elevating.... Read More
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A 43-year-old female asked:
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Not normally : You also may be dealing with a pinched nerve. Avoid those shoes and seek an evaluation by a podiatrist is the problem persists.
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A 51-year-old female asked:
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Growth: You could have a variety of conditions. If it encased within the large ligament like structure it may be a plantar fibroma. You should consult a podia... Read More
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A 17-year-old female asked:
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Small bone chip: You may have a type of fracture associated with ankle sprains. See a podiatrist or orthopedist foe an examination and treatment.
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Ignore: Drink 6-8 glasses of water daily and take your medication as prescribed by your treating physician.
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A 20-year-old male asked:
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Return them: They don't fit you well or the level of support is not good for you.
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A 22-year-old female asked:
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Have it removed.: When moles change color,size or shape they generally should be removed.
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A 66-year-old female asked:
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Yes if healed: If your doctor has told you that the toes are healed you should be able to wear comfortable shoes. If you are not sure of your healing status speak wi... Read More
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Evaluation : Have your feet examined by a podiatrist. If there is no local cause for your issue your back should be examined as the cause could be a disc in your b... Read More
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A 16-year-old female asked:
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Therapy: X-rays to confirm that there were no broken bones and physical therapy will probably be recomended.
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Aug 5, 2014
Dr Kahn is one of the finest foot doctors in Connecticut. He is very knowledgebale and very helpful to his fellow collegues. He also contributes a great deal to his state organization.
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Mar 30, 2015
Dr. Kahn is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Mar 31, 2015
Dr. Kahn is an amazing doctor! #nationaldoctorsday2015 #virtualflower1
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! Thank you for taking the time to answer my question.I appreciate it!!
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Thank you, your answer was very helpful! My shoes fit though and I wear flats. I am very in to comfort.
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This was very helpful. Thanks! Yeah, physical therapy is probably a good idea; thank you for your input!
Education & Training
Medical/Graduate school
Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine
Graduated 1977MD
Awards
Top Podiatrist, Third Place, Connecticut - Summer
2013
Top Podiatrist, First Place, Connecticut - Spring
2014
Thought Leader, Third Place, Hartford Region - Spring
2014
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