PRINE Health Is Leading, Foot First

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PRINE Health is a unique multispecialty group centered around the chronic kidney disease patient population. Here at PRINE, we team up with Nephrologists with Primary Care and other complimentary Specialists to create a patient-centered approach fueled by empathic Care Management and an intelligent IT infrastructure. PRINE Health is proud to introduce PRINE Podiatry, a podiatrist in Great Neck which is a new complementary offering towards our goal of providing a more comprehensive level of care to our patients.

Meet Dr. Alec Hochstein

Dr. Alec Hochstein, is a 1997 graduate of the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, practicing on Long Island’s North Shore where he lives with his wife and two children.

Dr. Hochstein is Board Certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, he is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) as well as the New York State Podiatric Medical Association (NYSPMA).

Dr. Hochstein is privileged to be actively involved in the training of future doctors of podiatric medicine at residency training programs in New York City and Long Island New York, including the prestigious hospital programs of New York Hospital of Queens, Albert Einstein School of Medicine and Northwell Health System.

Dr. Hochstein maintains other interests in areas of physical fitness and nutrition, as well as Internet technology, and social media marketing. He has lectured both locally and nationally on various topics related to both medicine and technology in the medical office.

PRINE Podiatry services

Athletes Foot

Athlete’s Foot Isn’t Just A Rash Caused By Sweaty Feet;

Ingrown Toenail

Contact Our Office For Ingrown Toenail Treatment

Balance

Contact PRINE Podiatry By Phoning Our Supportive Team Or Booking

Orthotics

When Your Feet Hurt, Contact The PRINE Podiatry Helpful Staff By Phone

Bunion

Call The Office To Schedule An Appointment, Or Book A Consultation Online

Plantar Fasciitis

Reach Out To PRINE Podiatry And Our Helpful Staff By Booking

Diabetic Neuropathy

When You Have Diabetes, You May Develop A Kind Of Nerve Damage Called Diabetic Neuropathy

Warts

If You’ve Noticed Warts Or Rough Patches On Your Feet, We Can Help

Wound Care

Do You Have A Sore On Your Foot That Just Doesn’t Want To Heal?

Laser Therapy

Do You Have Chronic Aches And Pains In Your Feet And Ankles?

Is A Calcaneus Fracture Serious?

The heel bone, or calcaneus, can, like every other bone fracture, but how serious is a calcaneus fracture? The most common causes of heel bone fractures are high-energy events. These are events such as a car crash, a high fall, something heavy dropped on the heel, or even crushing the heel under the body’s weight. These events can cause the heel to become deformed by widening or shortening. For all foot injuries, you should consult with a podiatrist like the experts at PrineHealth and their podiatrist in Great Neck for a personalized diagnosis and treatment plan. Let’s see the complications and better understand the severity of calcaneus fractures.

Calcaneus Fractures

The calcaneus is the largest bone in the foot, yet despite this fact, calcaneus fractures are uncommon. The calcaneus is a part of a group of seven bones called the tarsals that make up the hind and midfoot. Fractures of these tarsal bones only account for about 2% of all adult fractures, and calcaneus fractures occur in only half of those cases! While not many people experience this injury, those who have can attest to the painful and disabling nature. So why is it so bad?

Severity

Calcaneus fractures can be quite severe. Treatment often involves surgery to reconstruct the heel and restore mobility. However, damage to the articular cartilage covering the joint may cause long-term complications such as chronic pain, arthritis, and loss of motion. Even with appropriate treatment, some of these complications don’t go away. Often those with intense labor jobs cannot return to their line of work after experiencing a calcaneus fracture. The factors that decide severity include:

It’s important that anyone suspected of fracturing their heel bone consult with a podiatrist in great neck on the specifics of the injury to begin treatment as soon as possible, avoiding long-term ramifications.

Contact Our Podiatrist In Great Neck!

If you or a loved one is experiencing foot or heel pain, don’t wait. Call PrineHealth and make a consultation today! Our experts are available to diagnose and treat your specific ailments.

Meet The Providers

Patient Experience

As a patient of Dr. David Sands for over 15 years. He is professional, patient, knowledgeable and uses the latest technology when treating his patients, something that other doctors are not. I highly recommend him if you have issues with your feet.

Kristen R.

My son had an ingrown toenail and we needed an urgent appointment. We were seen on the same day. The receptionists were very welcoming and friendly and we saw the doctor within a few minutes. The doctor was friendly, competent, diagnosed the problem correctly, and operated very diligently. Extremely pleased and highly recommended.

Jonathan H.

Dr. Sands is an outstanding Podiatrist. He is professional, courteous, a gentleman and extremely interested in the health of his patients. David is most accommodating and doesn't make patients wait a long time to be seen. His office staff is equally as polite and welcoming and they all run a 5 Star practice.

Dr. Alec Hochstein takes patients from start to finish when it comes to wound care. He is not satisfied until the wound is completely healed. His methods of treatment for non-healing diabetic ulcers is notable. I approached Dr. Hochstein in August of 2014, with a persistent non-healing Diabetic Ulcer. The Ulcer was deep and rather large, To date the Ulceration is microscopic thanks to the wound care treatment that was received. I'm able to live a Happy and Healthy Life thanks to Dr. Alec Hochstein and his team of employees. I highly recommend this provider for any foot care or wound care needs.

Melissa K.

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PRINE Health Is Leading, Foot First

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Meet Dr. Alec Hochstein