The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors Near Me in Newark, DE

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The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors near Newark, DE

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 67 doctor with experience in Foot Drop near Newark, DE. Of these, 57 are Experienced and 10 are Advanced.

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    Patrick J. Ward
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics | Podiatric Surgery
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics | Podiatric Surgery

    Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists, PA

    1082 Old Churchmans Road, Suite 100, 
    Newark, DE 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Patrick Ward is an Orthopedics specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Ward is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Contracture Deformity, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, and Achilles Tendon Rupture.

    Nicholas F. Quercetti
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    General Surgery | Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    General Surgery | Orthopedics

    Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists, PA

    1096 Old Churchmans Road, 
    Newark, DE 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    24+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicholas Quercetti is a General Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Quercetti has been practicing medicine for over 24 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Infectious Arthritis, Chronic Recurrent Multifocal Osteomyelitis, Osteomyelitis, Hip Replacement, and Synovectomy.

    Leif-erik S. Bohman
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Delaware Neurosurgical Group

    774 Christiana Road, Suite 202, 
    Newark, DE 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Leif-erik Bohman is a Neurosurgery provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Bohman has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Delirium, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

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    Pulak Ray
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery

    Delaware Neurosurgical Group

    774 Christiana Road, Suite 202, 
    Newark, DE 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    25+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pulak Ray is a Neurosurgery provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Ray has been practicing medicine for over 25 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Primitive Neuroectodermal Tumor (PNET), Posterior Fossa Tumor, Delirium, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Pawan Rastogi
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery

    Delaware Neurosurgical Group

    774 Christiana Road, Suite 202, 
    Newark, DE 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    37+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Pawan Rastogi is a Neurosurgery provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Rastogi has been practicing medicine for over 37 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Spondylolisthesis, Radiation Induced Meningioma, Microdiscectomy, and Herniated Disc Surgery.

    Michael G. Sugarman
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Delaware Neurosurgical Group

    774 Christiana Road, Suite 202, 
    Newark, DE 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    49+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Sugarman is a Neurosurgery provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Sugarman has been practicing medicine for over 49 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Radiation Induced Meningioma, Syringobulbia, Chiari Malformation Type 2, Herniated Disc Surgery, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Advanced in Foot Drop

    First State Orthopaedics

    4745 Ogletown Stanton Road, Medical Arts Pavilion 1, Suite 225, 
    Newark, DE 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Barry Sharpe is an Orthopedics provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Sharpe has been practicing medicine for over 10 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Poland Syndrome, Multiple Pterygium Syndrome, Popliteal Pterygium Syndrome, and Amniotic Band Syndrome.

    Craig G. Smucker
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    First State Orthopaedics

    4745 Ogletown Stanton Road, Medical Arts Pavilion 1, Suite 225, 
    Newark, DE 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Craig Smucker is an Orthopedics provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Smucker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Trochlear Dysplasia, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    James Zaslavsky
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    First State Orthopaedics

    4745 Ogletown Stanton Road, Medical Arts Pavilion 1, Suite 225, 
    Newark, DE 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    James Zaslavsky is an Orthopedics provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Zaslavsky is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Spinal Stenosis, Muscle Spasms, Herniated Disk, and Laminectomy.

    Drew A. Brady
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics

    First State Orthopaedics

    4745 Ogletown Stanton Road, Medical Arts Pavilion 1, Suite 225, 
    Newark, DE 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Drew Brady is an Orthopedics provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Brady is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Hip Replacement, and Knee Replacement.

    Waimei A. Tai
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Christiana Care Health Services Inc

    4755 Ogletown Stanton Rd, 
    Newark, DE 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Waimei Tai is a Neurologist in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Tai has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Dysarthria, and Thrombectomy.

    Paul C. Kupcha
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics

    Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists, PA

    1941 Limestone Road, Suite 101, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Paul Kupcha is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Kupcha has been practicing medicine for over 44 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Foot Drop, Tendinitis, and Hammer Toe.

    Katherine M. Perscky
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Podiatric Medicine
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Podiatric Medicine

    Delaware Orthopaedic Specialists, PA

    1941 Limestone Road, Suite 101, 
    Wilmington, DE 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Katherine Perscky is a Podiatric Surgeon and a Podiatric Medicine provider in Wilmington, Delaware. Dr. Perscky is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Hammer Toe, Flat Feet, and Morton Neuroma.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Advanced in Foot Drop

    Christiana Care Neurology Specialists

    200 Hygeia Dr Ste 1420, 
    Newark, DE 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sandeep Devarapalli is a Neurologist in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Devarapalli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Myasthenia Gravis, Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome, and Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery

    First State Orthopaedics PA

    4051 Ogletown Rd, Suite 102, 
    Newark, DE 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Newcomb is a Podiatric Surgeon in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Newcomb is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Tendinitis, Ingrown Toenail, and Ledderhose Disease.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Pain Medicine
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Pain Medicine

    Spine Care Delaware LLC

    4102 Ogletown Stanton Rd Ste B, 
    Newark, DE 
     (3.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adam M Ginsberg is a Pain Medicine provider in Newark, Delaware. Dr. M Ginsberg has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Invertebral Disc Disease, Cervical Spondylosis, Foot Drop, and Sacroiliac Joint Disease.

    Dagmara M. Pychynski
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Neurology Specialist Elkton

    111 West High Street, Suite 207, 
    Elkton, MD 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    18+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Dagmara Pychynski is a Neurologist in Elkton, Maryland. Dr. Pychynski has been practicing medicine for over 18 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, Peripheral Neuropathy, and Memory Loss.

    Scott M. Reich
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery

    Wound Care Center Elkton

    106 Bow Street, 
    Elkton, MD 
     (6.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Scott Reich is a Podiatric Surgeon and a Podiatric Medicine provider in Elkton, Maryland. Dr. Reich is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Athlete's Foot, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Internal Medicine

    Millcroft

    255 Possum Park Rd, 
    Newark, DE 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Robert Brus is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Brus is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Dementia, Low Blood Pressure, Pericarditis, and Orthostatic Hypotension.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery

    New Castle Associates In Podiatry

    620 Stanton Christiana Rd /Metroform Med Complex, Ste 303, 
    Newark, DE 
     (2.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Peter Larned is a Podiatric Surgeon in Newark, Delaware. Dr. Larned is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, Fibromatosis, and Tendinitis.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Foot Drop?

    Foot drop is when you have difficulty lifting the front part of your foot. This may cause you to drag your foot when you walk. Foot drop, also called drop foot, can be caused by a problem with the muscles, nerves, or anatomy of your foot or leg.

    When should I see a Foot Drop doctor near Newark, DE?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Foot Drop doctor near Newark, DE?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Foot Drop doctors near Newark, DE?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Foot Drop doctors near Newark, DE?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Foot Drop doctor near Newark, DE?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Foot Drop doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Foot Drop doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Foot Drop doctor near Newark, DE?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Foot Drop doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Foot Drop doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Foot Drop doctors near Newark, DE?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Foot Drop doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Foot Drop doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Foot Drop doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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