Overview
Dr. Lee E. Firestone is a podiatrist affiliated with Sibley Memorial Hospital. Dr. Firestone practices out of Foot and Ankle Specialists of the Mid-Atlantic, located in Washington, D.C. and Chevy Chase, Md. Dr. Firestone earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. He completed a residency in podiatric surgery at Washington Hospital Center, where he served as the chief resident. Dr. Firestone is a fellow of the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Firestone is an avid runner himself, competing in many local and regional races, including the Boston Marathon. He is a certified running coach and a member of the Montgomery County Road Runners Club, where he is also an assistant coach for the experienced marathon training program. Dr. Firestone has been named one of Washington’s Top Sports Medicine Providers and one of Washington’s Top Podiatrists by Washingtonian Magazine. Run Washington Magazine has also recognized Dr. Firestone as a Best Doctor.
Dr. Firestone is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Fibromatosis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Ledderhose Disease.
His clinical research consists of co-authoring 4 peer reviewed articles. MediFind looks at clinical research from the past 15 years.
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1775 K Street Northwest, Suite 580, Suite 580, Washington, DC 20006
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.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Lee E. Firestone
How do I make an appointment with Dr. Lee E. Firestone?
You can book an appointment with Dr. Lee E. Firestone by calling their office at 202-331-9727. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.
Is Dr. Lee E. Firestone a top-rated expert for Tendinitis?
MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Lee E. Firestone is classified as an Distinguished expert for Tendinitis, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.
What conditions does Dr. Lee E. Firestone specialize in?
While Dr. Lee E. Firestone is a Podiatric Medicine, they have specific expertise in Tendinitis, Fibromatosis, and Plantar Fasciitis. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Podiatric Medicine.
Does Dr. Lee E. Firestone participate in research or clinical trials?
Yes. Dr. Lee E. Firestone has published 4 articles and abstracts on conditions like Tendinitis. You can view a list of Dr. Lee E. Firestone's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.
Does Dr. Lee E. Firestone accept my insurance?
Dr. Lee E. Firestone accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 202-331-9727 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.
Areas of Expertise
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Learn more about MediFind’s expert tiers
- Distinguished
- TendinitisDr. Firestone isDistinguished. Learn about Tendinitis.
- Advanced
- Claw FootDr. Firestone isAdvanced. Learn about Claw Foot.
- ClubfootDr. Firestone isAdvanced. Learn about Clubfoot.
- FibromatosisDr. Firestone isAdvanced. Learn about Fibromatosis.
- Hammer ToeDr. Firestone isAdvanced. Learn about Hammer Toe.
- Ledderhose DiseaseDr. Firestone isAdvanced. Learn about Ledderhose Disease.
- Morton NeuromaDr. Firestone isAdvanced. Learn about Morton Neuroma.
- Experienced
- Athlete's FootDr. Firestone isExperienced. Learn about Athlete's Foot.
- BunionsDr. Firestone isExperienced. Learn about Bunions.
- Corns and CallusesDr. Firestone isExperienced. Learn about Corns and Calluses.
- Foot DropDr. Firestone isExperienced. Learn about Foot Drop.
- Fungal Nail InfectionDr. Firestone isExperienced. Learn about Fungal Nail Infection.
- Legius SyndromeDr. Firestone isExperienced. Learn about Legius Syndrome.