Grand Central
369 Lexington Ave, Room 12BNew York, NY 10017
Open 6 days a week.
Reconstructive surgery, sports medicine, limb salvage, and minimally invasive care. The same doctors and the same standard at every office.

Heel pain, tailored to your lifestyle, budget, and shoes.
We'll put you on the path to more comfortable, confident mobility.
Prompt in-office treatment across our four NYC offices.
Fast assessment, bracing, and a rehab plan that fits your week.
From rest-and-rehab plans to the Tenex procedure and surgical repair.
From splinting and padding to small-incision correction.
In-office cryosurgery. Most patients walk out the same day.
Effective treatment plans that actually clear it.
Same doctors, same care, same equipment at each one. Hours differ by office, so check the days before you travel.
Open 6 days a week.
This office is open Tuesdays and Thursdays only.
This office is open Monday to Wednesday only.
Open 5 days a week.
An all-women team of board-certified foot and ankle specialists. The same doctors, the same equipment, and the same standard of care at every office.
Dr. Farah Alani, DPMFoot & Ankle SurgeonReconstructive surgery · Regenerative medicine
Dr. Alison Bell, DPMPodiatrist · Clinical OperationsLimb salvage · Trauma & nerve repair
Dr. Roxann Clarke, DPMPodiatristMinimally invasive surgery · Footwear medicine
Dr. Tinisha Ricks, DPMPodiatristSports medicine · Reconstructive rearfoot & ankle surgery“The staff was so friendly and Dr. Bell was amazing. I will certainly be back.”Brittney C.Google review · 11 July 2026
“Dr. Bell is amazing. She took her time educating me about my injury and answering all my questions. Her staff are very helpful and kind as well.”Heather S.Google review · 8 July 2026
“Dr. Tinisha Ricks was very professional and compassionate in her care for my feet, and in her explanation of possible treatment options.”Yusuf O.Google review · Grand Central · June 2026
We accept most major plans, including Aetna, Anthem/BCBS, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare, Oxford, EmblemHealth, Empire BCBS, Humana, MetLife and Guardian. We verify your benefits before your visit, so there are no surprises. Call us to confirm your specific plan.
Many plans let you see a podiatrist without a referral, though some HMO plans require one. It is worth checking with your insurer, and we are happy to help you confirm before you come in.
Appointments are often available within days. Hours differ by office, so booking online is the fastest way to see the times each location actually has free. If your problem is urgent, tell us when you book and we will do our best to fit you in.
Your insurance card and a photo ID, a list of any medications you take, and, if you can, the shoes you wear most. Worn shoes tell us a lot about how you walk and what is straining your feet.
Yes. Our doctors specialize in minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery for bunions, hammertoe, and other structural problems. Many procedures are done through small incisions under local anesthesia, often with same-day discharge and a faster recovery than traditional surgery.
Every office offers the same doctors, the same care, and the same equipment, so pick whichever is easiest to reach. Grand Central keeps the widest hours, six days a week. Two offices open fewer days, so check the hours for the one you want before you travel.
Yes. We care for pediatric foot concerns including ingrown toenails, flat feet, warts, and gait problems, alongside our care for adults.