Causes
For the most part it is unknown what causes a ganglion cyst. It is thought however to be a product of a trauma from a single event or micro trauma from multiple repetitive events. Symptoms include the formation of a lump or bump on the foot with a dull ache or pain with tingling or numbness in some cases if a nerve is involved. Also there may be pain or difficulty wearing shoe gear due to the cystic mass.
Dr. Robitaille is a native of Montreal, Canada. She graduated from Barry University, School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami, FL with honors.
Dr. Newsom is a native of Valparaiso, Indiana. He graduated from Barry University, School of Podiatric Medicine in Miami, FL with honors.
Dr. Runkel was born and raised in Wisconsin where she also received her undergraduate education at Marquette University in Milwaukee, WI.
Dr. Fallon is a native of upstate New York. He graduated from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in 2000 as a member of the Pi Delta National Honor Society.
Dr. Kristian Jeffress received her medical degree from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in May of 2007. Dr. Jeffress then completed her three year training in Podiatric Medicine & Surgery in June 2010 at the Atlanta VA Medical Center.
Dr. Friedman is a native of Petach Tikva, Israel and served as First Sergeant in the Israel Navy. He is Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine.
As the youngest of five children, Dr. Parsons was born and raised in Upstate NY. After obtaining a degree in Physical Therapy from Daemen College, in Buffalo, he spent one additional winter in the region before realizing that he should move south sooner than later! He made the move south in 2001.
Dr. Thomas Legacki enjoys the field of podiatry and is well versed in offering an array of both conservative and surgical interventions with regards to foot and ankle issues. He has extensive experience with the diabetic foot and wound care and he also has a keen interest in diabetic education/diabetic complication prevention.
Dr. Clauther is originally from the island nation of Haiti, but he has lived in New York City for the past 23 years.
Dr. Abibsi is a member of the Podiatric Order of Quebec. She has lectured across the province of Quebec to promote feet health: from babies to golden aged, everyone can rely on her expertise.
