Overview
"Philosophy of care | Education provides patients the power to make informed decisions about their health care and what is best for them. I believe in fully educating my patients to ensure they are comfortable with the treatment plans we establish and to help them achieve their best possible outcomes. | Why I entered medicine | I became interested in podiatry after having to see one when I was a child and as a young adult. Foot and ankle conditions can be debilitating. Helping someone overcome such conditions through surgical and non-surgical approaches provides me with the utmost satisfaction and happiness. | Community involvement | I have participated in local seminars on preventive foot and ankle care as well as the ""Walk with a Doc"" program. I have always been passionate about community service. I developed a committee during my tenure at Temple School of Podiatric Medicine that led to much needed community engagement in Philadelphia. I also strive to stay involved in my church community. | Personal interests | My personal interests are largely centered around my beautiful children, husband and family. We love to spend time outdoors, travel and explore. | Image | Lehigh Valley Hospital is ranked 25th in the country for orthopedic care on the 2025-2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Hospitals list. Our team of more than 200 orthopedic specialists provide award-winning, nationally-recognized care with experience, expertise and leading-edge technology. | ".
Dr. Portonova is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. Her top areas of expertise are Fungal Nail Infection, Tendinitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Fibromatosis.
Her clinical research consists of co-authoring 1 peer reviewed article. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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Locations
26 Station Circle, Hazle Township, PA 18202
Clinical Research
Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.
Portonova Foot And Ankle Specialists
David Portonova is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. Dr. Portonova is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome, Ingrown Toenail, and Corns and Calluses.
Portonova Foot And Ankle Specialists
Philosophy of care | I believe in the importance of preventive medicine, however I will employ comprehensive conservative and surgical treatments tailored to your needs. | Why I entered medicine | I found medicine to be a great way to combine my interest in science and desire to help others. | Community involvement | I am involved in volunteer firefighting. | Personal interests | My interests include biking, firefighting and fishing. Dr. Kujat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Corns and Calluses, Athlete's Foot, and Fungal Nail Infection.
Paul Lafata is a Podiatric Medicine provider in West Lawn, Pennsylvania. Dr. Lafata is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Hammer Toe. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Bunions, Ingrown Toenail, and Tendinitis.
Areas of Expertise
MediFind evaluates expertise by pulling from factors such as number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials, speaking at industry conferences, prescribing and referral patterns, and strength of connections with other experts in their field.
Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Advanced
- FibromatosisDr. Portonova isAdvanced. Learn about Fibromatosis.
- Flat FeetDr. Portonova isAdvanced. Learn about Flat Feet.
- Fungal Nail InfectionDr. Portonova isAdvanced. Learn about Fungal Nail Infection.
- Ledderhose DiseaseDr. Portonova isAdvanced. Learn about Ledderhose Disease.
- Morton NeuromaDr. Portonova isAdvanced. Learn about Morton Neuroma.
- Plantar FasciitisDr. Portonova isAdvanced. Learn about Plantar Fasciitis.
- Experienced
- Achilles Tendon RuptureDr. Portonova isExperienced. Learn about Achilles Tendon Rupture.
- Athlete's FootDr. Portonova isExperienced. Learn about Athlete's Foot.
- Corns and CallusesDr. Portonova isExperienced. Learn about Corns and Calluses.
- Hammer ToeDr. Portonova isExperienced. Learn about Hammer Toe.
- Ingrown ToenailDr. Portonova isExperienced. Learn about Ingrown Toenail.
- MetatarsalgiaDr. Portonova isExperienced. Learn about Metatarsalgia.