Dr. Priya Patel DPM, FACFAS — Podiatrist & Foot and Ankle Surgeon

Dr. Priya Patel is a board-certified podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon specializing in: bunion correction surgery (including minimally invasive and Lapiplasty® 3D), hammer toe correction, plantar fasciitis treatment, foot and ankle sports injuries, minimally invasive foot surgery, diabetic foot care, and general podiatry. She treats the full spectrum of foot and ankle conditions — from ingrown toenails to complex reconstructive surgery — for patients of all ages.

Dr. Patel earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine — one of the nation's top podiatric medical schools. She completed her surgical residency at Monmouth Medical Center, where she received extensive training in foot and ankle surgery, wound care, and sports medicine. She is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons (FACFAS) — a distinction earned by fewer than 10% of podiatrists — and maintains board certification in foot and ankle surgery.

No — surgery is always the last resort, not the first option. Dr. Patel's philosophy is to exhaust every conservative treatment first: custom orthotics, physical therapy, shoe modifications, night splints, padding, anti-inflammatory medications, and regenerative therapies. Many of her patients manage their conditions successfully without ever needing surgery. When conservative care is no longer effective and quality of life is impacted, Dr. Patel recommends surgery — and uses the most advanced, least invasive technique available. Patients consistently praise her for being honest about when surgery is and isn't needed.

Yes — and she has a unique perspective. Dr. Patel is an avid runner who has completed three marathons, so she understands foot and ankle sports injuries from both the clinical and athletic side. She treats ankle sprains, stress fractures, Achilles tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, turf toe, shin splints, and overuse injuries in runners, basketball players, soccer players, and athletes of all levels. Her approach focuses not just on healing the injury but on correcting the underlying biomechanics that caused it — so you come back stronger and less likely to re-injure.

Dr. Patel accepts most major insurance plans, including Medicare. Our front office team will verify your coverage and handle all pre-authorizations before any treatment begins. For patients without insurance or with high deductibles, we offer transparent self-pay pricing and flexible payment plans. You'll always know the cost upfront — no surprise bills. Call our office at (732) 696-4290 and our team will walk you through your specific coverage.

We offer same-day and next-day appointments for urgent conditions — sprains, acute pain, infections, and injuries. Routine consultations are typically available within 48-72 hours. No referral is needed to see Dr. Patel. You can book online through our website or call (732) 696-4290 to speak with our scheduling team. We have two convenient locations in Matawan and Marlboro, NJ — we'll get you in at whichever office is closest to you.