Summary

Dr. Wiqar Farooqi, DPM, is a highly rated surgical podiatrist and foot & ankle specialist delivering expert foot care steps away from Grand Central Station in Midtown Manhattan. Holding a doctorate from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and a three-year surgical residency at Bellevue Hospital, he has practiced podiatric medicine in New York City for over a decade. Dedicated to patient-centered treatment, Dr. Farooqi takes the time to explain what's going on with each patient and provides everything under one roof, using on-site digital X-ray, 3D-printed custom orthotics, shockwave therapy, and both in-person and telehealth appointments.

Dr. Farooqi provides expert care in areas including...

  • Bunions
  • Heel pain
  • Ingrown nails
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Custom orthotics
  • Sports injuries
  • Plantar warts
  • Minimally invasive surgery

At Lexington Podiatry, Dr. Farooqi specializes in minimally invasive correction of bunions, hammertoes, and heel spurs using incisions just …millimeters long for smaller incisions, less downtime, and a quicker return to normal life. His fully equipped practice offers same-week visits and flexible hours built around Midtown work schedules, including early morning Mondays and evening Thursdays. Proudly accepting Medicare, Workers' Comp, No-fault, and most major PPO plans, Dr. Farooqi helps active New Yorkers overcome painful deformities and chronic conditions to get back on their feet sooner.

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Office Location

Lexington Podiatry

353 Lexington Ave Rm 1502New York, NY 10016
Mon10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Wed9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Fri9:00 am - 3:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 15 years of experience
  • 11 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Hindi, Spanish, Urdu
  • Surgery, Bellevue Hospital
  • 2 specialties
  • 8 areas of expertise
  • 1 office location
  • Male

Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Wiqar Farooqi

  • Accepts Medicare
  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • EmblemHealth
  • Medicare
  • STLDentalPlan| LLC
  • UnitedHealthcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Wiqar Farooqi has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Wiqar Farooqi has the following 8 areas of expertise

  • Bunion Correction
  • Custom Orthotics
  • Foot & Ankle Surgery
  • Foot Care
  • Hammertoe Correction
  • Minimally Invasive Bunion Surgery
  • Minimally Invasive Foot Surgery
  • Plantar Fasciitis Specialist

Certifications, License, & Education

15 Years Experience

Dr. Wiqar Farooqi holds an active medical license in the state of New York.

Medical License

Doctor Of Podiatric Medicine with an active medical license in the state of New York.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Surgery, Bellevue Hospital.

Medical School

Graduated from Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2011.

NPI Number

Dr. Farooqi's NPI number is 1477956415.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Wiqar Farooqi accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Wiqar Farooqi has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Dr. Wiqar Farooqi's office located?
Dr. Wiqar Farooqi's office is located at 353 Lexington Ave Rm 1502, New York, NY, 10016.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Wiqar Farooqi?
You can find contact information for Dr. Wiqar Farooqi here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Wiqar Farooqi accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Wiqar Farooqi accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Dr. Wiqar Farooqi speak?
Dr. Wiqar Farooqi speaks English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu.

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