Michael Petranek DPM

Dr. Michael Petranek

Dr. Michael L. Petranek is a native of the Washington, D.C. area. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Molecular Biology at Brigham Young University. During the course of his studies, he had the opportunity to provide volunteer service in Buenos Aires, Argentina for two years. Dr. Petranek received his medical education at the California College of Podiatric Medicine where he earned a Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine, graduating as the salutatorian. He completed a three year surgical residency program at INOVA Fairfax Hospital in conjunction with wound care service at Georgetown University Hospital. This comprehensive training enables him to… Continue Reading

Richard Mendelsohn, DPM

Dr. Richard Mendelsohn

Dr. Richard Mendelsohn enjoys working with patients of all ages on a multitude of foot and ankle conditions. Widely recognized as a specialist in the treatment of sports and dance injuries, he is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and is certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. Dr. Mendelsohn serves on the board of the Medical Society of Northern Virginia. Dr. Mendelsohn specializes in reconstructive foot surgery and sports medicine. He is listed as a master surgeon for the Hyprocure flatfoot correction surgery and the practice is a certified Atlas Center. Dr. Mendelsohn… Continue Reading

McLean VA Podiatrists

McLean, VA

Drs. Richard S. Mendelsohn, Michael Petranek, Deena L. Charney, and Darlene N. Saheta are podiatrists in McLean, VA. Our comprehensive foot and ankle specialists treat patients of all ages. If you have a skin, bone, joint, tendon, ligament, muscle or nerve problem, we are the foot and ankle specialists for you! Come see us for the most up-to-date diagnostic and treatment options. Our doctors and staff will work with you to solve your foot and ankle problems in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. We offer a warm, caring atmosphere with comprehensive foot and ankle treatments. Our podiatrists in McLean,… Continue Reading

Ashburn VA Podiatrists

Ashburn, VA

Drs. Michael Petranek, Deena Charney, and Adisa Mujkic are podiatrists in Ashburn, VA. Our comprehensive foot and ankle specialists treat patients of all ages. If you have a skin, bone, joint, tendon, ligament, muscle or nerve problem, we are the foot and ankle specialists for you! Come see us for the most up-to-date diagnostic and treatment options. Our doctors and staff will work with you to solve your foot and ankle problems in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. We offer a warm, caring atmosphere with comprehensive foot and ankle treatments. Our podiatrists in Ashburn, VA are board certified and… Continue Reading

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Reston, VA (Reston Pkwy)

Drs. Richard S. Mendelsohn, Michael Petranek, Deena L. Charney, Adisa Mujkic, Steven Gordon, Shaun Hafner, Nancy Han, and Lisa Beckinella are podiatrists in Reston, VA. Our comprehensive foot and ankle specialists treat patients of all ages. If you have a skin, bone, joint, tendon, ligament, muscle or nerve problem, we are the foot and ankle specialists for you! Come see us for the most up-to-date diagnostic and treatment options. Our doctors and staff will work with you to solve your foot and ankle problems in the most efficient and cost-effective manner. We offer a warm, caring atmosphere with comprehensive foot… Continue Reading

Neuromas

Neuromas of the feet are growths that occur in the nerve in your feet. They are not uncommon, and many different kinds of neuromas can occur. In most cases, neuromas are caused by either pressure being put on your nerves, from wearing tight shoes, walking around with your feet in awkward positions, or as a result of diabetes. Because of this, it is recommended that you wear comfortable shoes and if you have diabetes, see your doctor regularly to ensure that it is under control. Many people get neuromas as a result of injury to their feet, but most often,… Continue Reading

Ingrown Toenails

Ingrown toenails are common and painful. They occur when the nail grows into the skin, often when someone has sweaty feet and tight socks or an injury to their toe. If trapped, dirt and bacteria under the nail, combined with sweating, irritate the skin around your toe. The skin swells and becomes tender. It is most common in toenails that are long or wide or hang very low over the toes. Not trimming your toenails correctly can also lead to ingrown toenails. Symptoms of ingrown toenails include: Redness and swelling of the affected toe Swelling of the toe around it… Continue Reading

Andy Roussel, DPM

Dr. Andy Roussel

Dr. Roussel is a 2003 graduate of Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine in North Miami Shores, Florida, where he also earned his master’s degree in biomedical science with honors. He then completed a three-year podiatric surgical residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.  Dr. Roussel’s academic honors and accomplishments include inductions to the Pi Delta Podiatric Honor Society, the Phi Kappa Phi Honors Society, and the Phi Eta Sigma Honor Society. He has articles published in The Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery and Operative Techniques in Orthopaedics. As a teaching physician, Dr. Roussel enjoys… Continue Reading

Mark Scripps, DPM

Dr. Mark Scripps

Dr. Scripps, a native of Pittsburgh, PA, spent his childhood on a wrestling mat with dreams of one day becoming a doctor. After meeting a nationally renowned podiatric surgeon during his time as a student-athlete at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, he became interested in podiatry. Continuing his education at the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine (1991-1995), Dr. Scripps then completed his podiatric surgical residency at the Western Pennsylvania Hospital (1995-1998). He has been published in the Journal of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Scripps is also a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and… Continue Reading

Richard Derner, DPM

Dr. Richard Derner

Dr. Richard Derner is a 1987 graduate of the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine (now Kent State University) in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Derner completed a three-year Podiatric Surgical Residency in Denver, Colorado, and then completed a fellowship in Ravensburg, Germany, in traumatology.   Afterward, Dr. Derner moved to Northern Virginia in 1990, where he began private practice in Falls Church, Virginia.  He then joined Lake Ridge and started the Stafford Foot & Ankle Center with Dr. Douglas Stabile in 1994.  In the years to follow, Dr. Derner became president of the Northern Virginia Podiatric Medical Association, President of the Virginia Podiatric… Continue Reading