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    MediFind found 46 doctor with experience in Foot Drop near Metairie, LA. Of these, 44 are Experienced and 2 are Advanced.

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    46 providers found
      Advanced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics
      Advanced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Surgery | Orthopedics

      Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In New Orleans Faculty G

      2000 Canal St, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (4.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Meredith Warner is a Podiatric Surgeon and an Orthopedics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Warner is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Common Peroneal Nerve Dysfunction, Tendinitis, and Plantar Fasciitis. Dr. Warner is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine

      Foot Health Center LLC

      1521 N Causeway Blvd, Suite A, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (0.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Kadish is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Kadish is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Ledderhose Disease. Dr. Kadish is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Pediatrics | Sports Medicine | Physiatry
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Pediatrics | Sports Medicine | Physiatry

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1315 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Aaron Karlin is a Pediatrics specialist and a Sports Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Karlin is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Moebius Syndrome, Concussion, and Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type. Dr. Karlin is currently accepting new patients.

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      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine
      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Noah Oliver is a Podiatric Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Oliver is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Ingrown Toenail, Hammer Toe, Fibromatosis, Ledderhose Disease, and Leg or Foot Amputation. Dr. Oliver is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Experienced in Foot Drop

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Ilias Caralopoulos is a Neurosurgery provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Caralopoulos is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Subdural Hematoma, Fractured Spine, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Caralopoulos is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Keith Luper is a Podiatric Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Luper 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 Fungal Nail Infection. Dr. Luper is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Physiatry | Cardiology
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Physiatry | Cardiology

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Mahmoud Sarmini is a Physiatrist and a Cardiologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Sarmini is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Sciatica, and Scoliosis. Dr. Sarmini is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Experienced in Foot Drop

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Robert Treuting is an Orthopedics provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Treuting is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Osteoarthritis, Kohler Disease, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Treuting is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Experience:
      17+ years
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Erin Mathews is a Podiatric Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Mathews has been practicing medicine for over 17 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Corns and Calluses, Ingrown Toenail, and Hammer Toe. Dr. Mathews is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Timothy Short is a Podiatric Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Short is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Hammer Toe, Bunions, and Corns and Calluses. Dr. Short is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Experienced in Foot Drop

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Charlet is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Charlet is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Memory Loss, Seizures, and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy. Dr. Charlet is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Experienced in Foot Drop

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Amy Jones is a Neurologist in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Jones is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Epilepsy, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Jones is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Podiatric Medicine

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Nneka Meka is a Podiatric Medicine provider in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Meka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Corns and Calluses, Hammer Toe, and Fungal Nail Infection. Dr. Meka is currently accepting new patients.

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

      Ochsner Clinic LLC

      1514 Jefferson Hwy, 
      New Orleans, LA 
       (1.6 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English

      Kristin Johnson is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Orleans, Louisiana. Dr. Johnson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Artery Disease, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Experienced in Foot Drop

      Paradigm Health System

      110 Veterans Blvd, Suite 325, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Becker is a Neurologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Becker is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Continuous Muscle Fiber Activity Hereditary, Potassium-Aggravated Myotonia, Isaacs' Syndrome, and Migraine. Dr. Becker is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Experienced in Foot Drop

      Paradigm Health System

      110 Veterans Blvd, Suite 325, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Rex Houser is a Neurologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Houser is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis, and Infantile Axonal Neuropathy. Dr. Houser is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Experienced in Foot Drop

      Paradigm Health System

      110 Veterans Blvd, Suite 325, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Michael Happel is a Neurologist in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Happel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Landau-Kleffner Syndrome, Migraine, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Essential Tremor. Dr. Happel is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Orthopedics
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Orthopedics

      Paradigm Health System

      110 Veterans Blvd, Suite 325, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.0 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      John Davis is an Orthopedics provider in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Davis 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, Progressive Osseous Heteroplasia, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Davis is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Experienced in Foot Drop

      Administrators Of The Tulane Educational Fund

      4720 S I 10 Service Rd W, 301 Tulane Orthopaedic At, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.2 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients

      Krishna Vemulapalli is an Orthopedics provider in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Vemulapalli is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Foot Drop, Plantar Fasciitis, Accessory Deep Peroneal Nerve, Kienbock's Disease, and Fasciotomy. Dr. Vemulapalli is currently accepting new patients.

      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Neurology | Hospital Medicine
      Experienced in Foot Drop
      Neurology | Hospital Medicine

      East Jefferson Physicians Group LLC

      3800 Houma Blvd, Suite 325, 
      Metairie, LA 
       (2.5 miles away)
      Languages Spoken:
      English
      Accepting New Patients
      Offers Telehealth

      Enrique Segura is a Neurologist and a Hospital Medicine provider in Metairie, Louisiana. Dr. Segura is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Seizures, Stroke, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome. Dr. Segura is currently accepting new patients.

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      Last Updated: 10/30/2025

      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 Metairie, LA?

      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 Metairie, LA?

      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 Metairie, LA?

      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 Metairie, LA?

      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 Metairie, LA?

      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 Metairie, LA?

      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 Metairie, LA?

      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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