• Achilles Surgery

    Surgery to repair a torn (ruptured) Achilles tendon is conducted on an outpatient basis using a local anesthetic. It involves making an incision or cut in the back of the leg above the heel to access the torn tendon. The tendon is then sewn back together. Surgery may be delayed for about one week after

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  • Ankle Surgery

    Ankle surgery may be required to correct a serious deformity of the ankle and its bone structure. Injury (such as a fracture), birth defects, or changes throughout the course of life are the usual culprits. Diseases, such as diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, and neuromuscular conditions, may cause severe

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  • Arthritis Surgery

    Patients who undergo surgery to correct arthritis in the foot are often diabetics with a type of arthritis known as Charcot Foot. The average age of patients developing a Charcot foot is 40 years. About one-third of patients develop a Charcot foot in both feet and/or ankles. This form of arthritis can

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  • Arthroscopy

    Arthroscopic surgery on the foot and ankle may be used as a diagnostic or treatment procedure, or both. A small instrument, called an arthroscope, penetrates the skin through small incisions.Tiny cameras can be inserted through the arthroscope, allowing the surgeon to accurately see the area and/or damage.

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  • Bunion Surgery

    Bunions are progressive bone deformities of the foot that often cause recurring or chronic inflammation, irritation, and pain that require surgical correction. Surgical removal of a bunion is called a bunionectomy. However, there are multiple types of bunionectomies, each designed to resolve different

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  • Cyst Removal

    Ganglion masses, or cysts, are normally removed through surgery. Most cyst removal surgeries are performed on an outpatient basis. Contact our office to have this procedure performed. During the procedure, the cyst is dissected from the surrounding soft tissues and removed. The recovery period depends

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  • Flatfoot Correction

    Adult-acquired flatfoot or posterior tibial tendon dysfunction usually leads to a gradual loss of the arch. The posterior tibial muscle is a deep muscle in the back of the calf and has a long tendon that extends from above the ankle and attaches into several sites around the arch of the foot. The muscle

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  • General Information

    Surgery on the foot, ankle, or lower leg is usually performed by podiatric surgeons and orthopedic surgeons specializing in the foot and ankle. Foot and ankle surgeries address a wide variety of foot problems, including: Sprains and fractures. Arthritis and joint disease. Benign and malignant tumors. Birth

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  • Hammertoe Surgery

    Hammertoe is a deformity of the second, third, or fourth toes. In this condition, the toe is bent at the middle joint, causing it to resemble a hammer. Left untreated, hammertoes can become inflexible and painful, requiring surgery. Hammertoe surgery can be done on an outpatient basis in the doctor's

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  • Heel Surgery

    Many conditions can affect the rear part of the foot and ankle. Two common conditions can cause pain to the bottom of the heel and lead to surgical intervention: plantar fasciitis (an inflammation of a fibrous band of tissue in the bottom of the foot that extends from the heel bone to the toes) and heel

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  • Metatarsal Surgery

    Painful calluses on the ball of the foot are caused by an abnormal alignment of the metatarsal bones. There are five metatarsal bones in each foot, each consisting of the long bones behind each toe. The metatarsal bone behind the big toe is called the first metatarsal, and so on. The most common metatarsal

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  • Nerve Surgery (Neuroma)

    A neuroma is an abnormality of a nerve that has been damaged either by trauma or as a result of an abnormality of the foot. Neuromas occur most often in the ball of the foot, causing a pinched and inflamed nerve. In cases of chronic nerve pain from neuromas, surgery may be recommended. During neuroma

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  • Toe Surgery

    There are many kinds of toe problems requiring surgery. These include removal of: Bunions, an enlargement of the bone and tissue around the joint of the big toe. Hammertoes, which are frequently caused by an imbalance in the tendon or joints of the toes. Neuromas, an irritation of a nerve between

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Our Location

7525 Greenway Center Dr #112 Greenbelt, MD 20770

Hours of Operation

Our Regular Schedule

Monday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Tuesday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Wednesday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Thursday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Friday:

8:00 am-4:00 pm

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed

Testimonials

What Our Clients Say About Us

  • "This was my first appointment. It was very welcoming and very helpful. The information shared was done in a friendly and easy to understand manner. I highly recommend their services.

    Dr. Cohen was the physician that I saw. He was excellent."
    Ralph M
  • "In my opinion Dr. Richard Cohen is not only an outstanding doctor but man integrity. I highly recommend him each time footsore is the subject in a conversation. He offers helpful information all the time and my feet are the better because of it. Thank you sir."
    John F
  • "Total Foot Care represents its name well with professional staff and qualified physicians. You receive also a little pampering."
    Cheryl M
  • "Great experience! Having surgery in a pandemics is not an easy discussion to make. Dr. Cohen and his staff made me feel safe and comfortable. Everyone was friendly."
    Delaine S
  • "Dr. Sassoon was very friendly and knowledgeable. This was my first time visiting a podiatrist and he made sure I was comfortable and I was informed about my care. The receptionist and other staff were all very professional and kind during my visit. I will definitely recommend to others!"
    Kanisha B
  • "I have been a patient at Total Foot Care for many years. I have always found Dr. Cohen and his staff to be thoroughly professional. The care that I have gotten here has always been top-notch. I do not hesitate to recommend them."
    Robert H
  • "Dr. Cohen was very professional and caring. He explained my condition and advised on the property care."
    Mary T
  • "Dr. Sassoon is simply the best! He does a great job on keeping my toenails in good health......and he is very gentle in his approach to make everything pain free. I would recommend him to all my family and friends without any fears.

    He also has a wonderful personality and I enjoy every visit with him."
    Bernice M
  • "Wonderful experience! Courteous, calm, friendly staff. Everything is spotless."
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  • "I can finally walk around pain free."
    Stephanie De Leon
  • "Dr. Cohen, DPM provided me with excellent care when I needed it the most."
    Jennifer R.