The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors Near Me in Albany, NY

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The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors near Albany, NY

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 45 doctor with experience in Foot Drop near Albany, NY. Of these, 44 are Experienced and 1 are Advanced.

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45 providers found
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Albany Medical College

    43 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gwen Zeigler is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Zeigler is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Migraine, Sporadic Hemiplegic Migraine, Familial Hemiplegic Migraine, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura. Dr. Zeigler is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Matthew Murnane is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Murnane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Septic Arthritis, Andermann Syndrome, Sensorimotor Polyneuropathy, and Tomaculous Neuropathy.

    Erica H. Parrotta
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    St. Peter's MS And Headache Center

    63 Shaker Rd, Ste G01, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    11+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Erica Parrotta is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Parrotta has been practicing medicine for over 11 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), Myelin Oligodendrocyte Glycoprotein Antibody-Associated Disease, and Optic Neuritis. Dr. Parrotta is currently accepting new patients.

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    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    St. Peter's Hospitalof The City Of Albany

    326 S Pearl St, 
    Albany, NY 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    George Forrest is a Physiatrist in Albany, New York. Dr. Forrest is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Stroke, Sciatica, Subdural Hematoma, and Foot Drop.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery

    Albany Medical Center

    43 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevin Mansfield is a Neurosurgery provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Mansfield is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Essential Tremor, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Subdural Hematoma, Deep Brain Stimulation, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Eric Molho is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Molho is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, Focal Dystonia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John German is a Neurosurgery provider in Albany, New York. Dr. German is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Seizures, Cervical Myelopathy, Syringomyelia, Craniectomy, and Laminectomy.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Physiatry

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    John Pianka is a Physiatrist in Albany, New York. Dr. Pianka is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spasticity, Myelomeningocele, Tethered Cord Syndrome, and Foot Drop.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Physiatry

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Sara Huss is a Physiatrist in Albany, New York. Dr. Huss is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Cerebral Palsy, Hemiplegia, Spastic Diplegia Infantile Type, and Moebius Syndrome.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Amc

    47 New Scotland Ave, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nicole Lostritto is a Physiatrist in Albany, New York. Dr. Lostritto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Hemiplegia, Opisthotonos, Muscle Spasms, and Cerebral Palsy.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Sports Medicine | Podiatric Surgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Sports Medicine | Podiatric Surgery

    Capital Region Foot Care PLLC

    104 Hackett Blvd, 
    Albany, NY 
     (1.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    22+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steven Lam is a Podiatric Medicine specialist and a Sports Medicine provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Lam has been practicing medicine for over 22 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Bunions, Ledderhose Disease, Plantar Fasciitis, and Fibromatosis. Dr. Lam is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Albany Medical College

    400 Patroon Creek Blvd Ste 210, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Fredric Schoen is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Schoen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Trigeminal Neuralgia, Headache, Myasthenia Gravis, and Memory Loss.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Neurology Washington Avenue

    1365 Washington Ave Ste 100, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Bruce Beesley is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Beesley is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Peripheral Neuropathy, Migraine, Memory Loss, and Migraine with Brainstem Aura.

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

    The Endocrine Group

    1365 Washington Ave Ste 300, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Alysaa Phyars is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Phyars 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, Flat Feet, and High Arch.

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

    Albany Medical College

    1365 Washington Ave Ste 200, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Dolen is a Podiatric Surgeon in Albany, New York. Dr. Dolen is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Corns and Calluses, Ingrown Toenail, and Eschar.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics

    Office

    1367 Washington Ave Ste 101, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kelley Banagan is an Orthopedics provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Banagan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurosurgery

    Albany Medical College

    391 Myrtle Ave Ste 1B, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ahmed Meleis is a Neurosurgery provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Meleis 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, Chordoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Spinal Fusion.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Office

    35 Hackett Blvd # 1, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Allen Gerber is a Neurologist in Albany, New York. Dr. Gerber is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Neuromyelitis Optica, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Relapsing Multiple Sclerosis (RMS), and Optic Neuritis.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Pain Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Pain Medicine

    Albany Medical College

    391 Myrtle Ave Ste 1B, 
    Albany, NY 
     (2.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Briana Novello is a Pain Medicine provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Novello is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Chronic Pain, Tarlov Cysts, Cervical Spondylosis, and Spinal Stenosis.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    OrthoNY

    121 Everett Rd, 
    Albany, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    19+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Samuel Dellenbaugh is an Orthopedics provider in Albany, New York. Dr. Dellenbaugh has been practicing medicine for over 19 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Bunions, Tendinitis, and Flat Feet. Dr. Dellenbaugh 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 near Albany, NY?

    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 Albany, NY?

    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 Albany, NY?

    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 Albany, NY?

    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 Albany, NY?

    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 Albany, NY?

    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 Albany, NY?

    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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