Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
A bunion — medically known as hallux valgus — is a progressive structural deformity of the first metatarsophalangeal (MTP) joint in which the big toe drifts toward the second toe and the metatarsal head protrudes medially, creating the characteristic bony prominence. Bunion surgery is not simply the shaving of a bump — it is a precise bony realignment procedure that corrects the underlying angular deformity of the first ray and restores normal joint mechanics to prevent recurrence. At Healthy Feet Podiatry, our NYC bunion surgeons select from a range of evidence-based surgical techniques — including the Lapiplasty 3D bunion correction, minimally invasive chevron osteotomy, and traditional scarf and Ludloff procedures — based on the patient’s specific deformity angle (HV angle, IMA), bone quality, activity level, and lifestyle demands. Procedure selection is the single most important determinant of long-term outcome in bunion surgery, and our surgeons take it seriously.
The hallmarks of a truly excellent bunion surgeon are anatomical precision, appropriate procedure selection, meticulous post-operative management, and recurrence rates that reflect long-term correction rather than short-term cosmetic improvement. At Healthy Feet Podiatry, our NYC bunion surgeons use weight-bearing X-ray analysis and 3D deformity assessment to plan each correction to exact angular targets — ensuring the intermetatarsal angle and hallux valgus angle are restored to within normal parameters, not merely improved. We perform bunion surgery in accredited outpatient surgical facilities with same-day discharge, and our post-operative protocols — including early protected weight-bearing in appropriate cases, serial X-ray follow-up, and physical therapy coordination — are structured to optimize bone healing, minimize swelling, and restore full function as quickly as the biology allows.
Healthy Feet Podiatry’s NYC bunion surgeons have performed hundreds of bunion corrections across the full spectrum of deformity severity — from mild bunions with minimal angular displacement to severe, rigid hallux valgus with degenerative joint changes requiring fusion procedures. Our patients include professional dancers, marathon runners, healthcare workers on their feet twelve hours a day, and fashion-forward New Yorkers whose footwear choices have contributed to years of progressive deformity. We serve patients across Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island, accepting most major insurance plans for bunion surgery and providing thorough pre-operative and post-operative care under one roof. If you’re ready to address your bunion properly and permanently, Healthy Feet Podiatry’s NYC surgical team is the team to call.
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Dr.Artis was so amazing. After going to two other podiatrists who gave me no support or hope, Dr. artis made me feel like there can be change for me. She was so patient, kind and informative. I’m actually excited to go back and get my results.
Everyone was super friendly. Doctor Rick’s explained everything thoroughly.
Dr Bell was incredibly thorough and personable. Gave me great information and useful information for my next steps. A great experience!
“Fast, professional, and very clean office. I was checked in and seen within 10 minutes of my scheduled time. Dr. Ricks was straight to the point but thorough. The front desk staff was also incredibly helpful.
All of the staff are super welcoming and professional! Bianca took excellent care in getting my X-rays. Dr. Ricks was thorough in explaining my diagnosis and next steps. Highly recommended!!
Well before I came in today to see Dr. Ricks my foot in pain was 9/10 and now I feel good 🙏🏿🤩 thanks
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