The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors Near Me in New Mexico, US

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The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors in New Mexico, US

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 70 doctor with experience in Foot Drop near New Mexico, US. Of these, 62 are Experienced and 8 are Advanced.

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    Loren Spencer
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Podiatric Medicine
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Podiatric Medicine

    Trinity Clinic

    2301 Indian Wells Rd., Suite A, Suite A, 
    Alamogordo, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Portuguese

    Loren Spencer is a Podiatric Surgeon and a Podiatric Medicine provider in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Dr. Spencer is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Hammer Toe, and Osteochondritis Dissecans.

    Philip Smucker
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery

    Christus St. Health Specialists - Taos

    1213 Gusdorf Rd, 
    Taos, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Philip Smucker is a Neurosurgery provider in Taos, New Mexico. Dr. Smucker is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Smucker is currently accepting new patients.

    Kavin Lombardi
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Podiatric Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Podiatric Medicine

    Trinity Clinic

    2301 Indian Wells Rd., Suite A, Suite A, 
    Alamogordo, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kavin Lombardi is a Podiatric Surgeon and a Podiatric Medicine provider in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Dr. Lombardi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Osteochondritis Dissecans, Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Synovitis, and Tendinitis.

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    Marshall Watson
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery

    Santa Fe Brain And Spine Associates

    3860 Masthead St NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Marshall Watson is a Neurosurgery provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Watson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Watson is currently accepting new patients.

    Sarah Stone
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology

    Christus St Vincent Neurology Specialists

    465 Saint Michaels Dr Ste 116, 
    Santa Fe, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Sarah Stone is a Neurologist in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dr. Stone is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Corticobasal Degeneration, Myasthenia Gravis, Striatonigral Degeneration Infantile, and Hereditary Ataxia. Dr. Stone is currently accepting new patients.

    Benjamin Vidalis
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Santa Fe Brain And Spine Associates

    465 Saint Michaels Dr Ste 107, 
    Santa Fe, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Benjamin Vidalis is a Neurosurgery provider in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dr. Vidalis is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spinal Stenosis, Chiari Malformation Type 1, and Brain Herniation. Dr. Vidalis is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Office

    6100 Pan American East Fwy NE Ste 340, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Alfred Van Baak is a Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Van Baak 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 Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure.

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

    Christus Health Of Southern New Mexico

    2559 Medical Drive, Suite C, 
    Alamogordo, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ferial Abood is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Alamogordo, New Mexico. Dr. Abood is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Peptic Ulcer, Hypothyroidism, and Obesity in Children.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Family Medicine

    Roosevelt General Hospital

    1402 S Ave O, 
    Portales, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Erika Garcia is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Portales, New Mexico. Dr. Garcia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Familial Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypothyroidism, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

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

    Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists

    8080 Academy Rd NE Ste C, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Whitehouse is a Podiatric Surgeon in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Whitehouse is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Foot Drop, and Ledderhose Disease. Dr. Whitehouse is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurology
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurology

    Neurology Associates Of Mesilla Valley PC

    3855 Foothills Rd, 
    Las Cruces, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Javed Iqbal is a Neurologist in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Dr. Iqbal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Migraine, Seizures, and Autosomal Dominant Partial Epilepsy with Auditory Features.

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

    Foot Ankle Specialists Of Nm

    1851 Old Highway 66, 
    Edgewood, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brent Frame is a Podiatric Surgeon in Edgewood, New Mexico. Dr. Frame is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Metatarsalgia, Fungal Nail Infection, and Hammer Toe. Dr. Frame is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine

    Albuquerque Ambulatory Eye Surgery Center

    5901 Harper Dr NE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nelida Dumitrache is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Dumitrache is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Athlete's Foot, Morton Neuroma, Corns and Calluses, and Fungal Nail Infection.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Advanced in Foot Drop

    Office

    6100 Pan American East Fwy NE Ste 340, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Baljinder Sandhu is a Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Sandhu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Migraine, Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Seizures, and Memory Loss.

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

    Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists

    8080 Academy Rd NE Ste C, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Zachary Haas is a Podiatric Surgeon in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Haas is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Hammer Toe, and Plantar Fasciitis. Dr. Haas is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Optum Sunport

    2901 Transport St SE, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Nishiena Gandhi is a Neurologist in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Gandhi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Migraine, Opisthotonos, and Muscle Spasms. Dr. Gandhi is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Albert M Kwan MD PC

    1820 W 21st St, 
    Clovis, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Devin Wahlen is a Podiatric Surgeon in Clovis, New Mexico. Dr. Wahlen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, and Ingrown Toenail.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    General Surgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    General Surgery

    Carlos A Cadena DPM PC

    2800 Doral Ct Ste A, 
    Las Cruces, NM 
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Yolanda Chacon is a General Surgeon in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Dr. Chacon 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, Hammer Toe, Tendinitis, and Fibromatosis.

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

    Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists

    8080 Academy Rd NE Ste C, 
    Albuquerque, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jose Hernandez is a Podiatric Surgeon in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Dr. Hernandez is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Gangrene, Ingrown Toenail, Synovitis, and Hammer Toe. Dr. Hernandez is currently accepting new patients.

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

    Albuquerque Associated Podiatrists

    435 Saint Michaels Dr Ste B203, 
    Santa Fe, NM 
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Riane Teagarden is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Dr. Teagarden is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Synovitis, Tendinitis, Bunions, and Hammer Toe. Dr. Teagarden is currently accepting new patients.

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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 in New Mexico, US?

    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 in New Mexico, US?

    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 in New Mexico, US?

    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 in New Mexico, US?

    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 in New Mexico, US?

    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 in New Mexico, US?

    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 in New Mexico, US?

    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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