Staff

All our professionals at Foot Health Center, LLC maintain the highest levels of accreditation and pursue ongoing education to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in podiatry.

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Dr. Michael V. Verdi, D.P.M, FACFAS

Dr. Michael V. Verdi, D.P.M, FACFAS

Diplomate American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Pediatric Footcare, Sports Medicine, Bunion and Hammertoe Surgery

Michael Vincent Verdi has over 25 years of extensive experience in Foot and Ankle medicine and surgery. Dr. Verdi became board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle surgery in 1998. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. Dr. Verdi is a member of the American Podiatric Medical  Society and New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society. Dr. Verdi has been named several times as a Top Doctor in New Jersey by New Jersey Family Magazine as well as Suburban Essex Magazine and was appointed by Governor Chris Christie in October of 2017 to serve on the New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners. Dr. Verdi joined a select group of physicians responsible for the public's health, safety, and welfare. Dr. Verdi served on the State Medical Board from October 2017 to April 2022. Dr. Verdi is a former Vice President of the  New Jersey State Board of Medical Examiners. Most recently, Dr. Verdi has been awarded with the Distinguished Physician Service Award. He was recognized for 25 years of dedicated service to Saint Barnabas Medical Center patients and their families. Dr. Verdi was also named 2021 Jersey Choice Top Doctor in New Jersey Monthly's annual survey of New Jersey doctors. Dr. Verdi is the founder and medical director of the Foot Health Center, LLC. The Foot Health Center is dedicated to prevention, education, and treatment of Adult and Pediatric foot and ankle disorders.

EDUCATION:

  • Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) Honors
  • RWJ/Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ - Foot and Ankle Surgery Resident
  • Board Certified- Diplomate American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
  • Fellow American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons


HONORS/AWARDS:

  • Jersey Choice Top Doctor in New Jersey Monthly Magazine, 2021, 2022, 2023
  • Distinguished Physician Service Award from Saint Barnabas Medical Center 2021
  • Suburban Essex Magazine, Best of Essex in Podiatry 2017, 2021 & 2022
  • Voted, "NJ's Favorite Kids' Docs" in New Jersey Family Magazine 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, & 2019
  • New Jersey Podiatric Medical Society Recognition Service Award 2022



Dr. Kirsten Discepola D.P.M

Dr. Kirsten Discepola, D.P.M, FACFAS

Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery, Bunion and Hammertoe Surgery, Wound Care, Sports Medicine, Pediatric Foot Care

Dr. Discepola is from Wayne, N.J. She attended The George Washington University and graduated with a degree in Biology. After graduating, she attended the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Discepola completed a surgical foot and ankle residency at New York Methodist Hospital in Brooklyn, N.Y. where she excelled and became chief resident. Her focuses are Pediatrics, Sports Medicine, and Reconstructive Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Discepola joined the practice December, 2014.

Most recently, Dr. Discepola was awarded with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery's Board Certification exam in foot, rearfoot, and ankle surgery. 

Douglas N. DeLorenzo, D.P.M, FACFAS

Dr. Douglas N. DeLorenzo, D.P.M, FACFAS

Diplomate American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Pediatric Footcare, Sports Medicine, Bunion and Hammertoe Surgery

Dr. DeLorenzo has over 29  years experience in treating foot and ankle problems and is Board Certified in Foot Surgery by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. DeLorenzo is former Chief of Podiatry at the Ambulatory Surgical Center of Union County and is actively teaching in the St. Barnabas Podiatric Residency Program. Dr. DeLorenzo is also a Diplomate in Wound Care by The American Professional Wound Care Association and treats various types of foot and ankle wounds. Dr. DeLorenzo is experienced in treating sports related injuries to the foot and ankle.

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Dr. Merihan Botros, D.P.M

Dr. Botros is from Jersey City, NJ . She attended Rutgers University where she received a Bachelors of Science degree and then went on to attend the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. After receiving her Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine, she went on to complete a surgical residency at RWJ/Barnabas Healthcare System in Livingston, NJ where she became chief resident. Dr. Botros has been trained to treat all aspects of Podiatric medicine. She especially focuses on Sports Medicine, Diabetic foot health, Wound care, and Pediatrics.

Dr. Patricia

Dr. Patricia Berran, D.P.M

Dr. Patricia Berran is joining Foot Health Center, LLC in July 2021. Dr. Berran has over 30 years of diverse experience in adult and pediatric foot and ankle care. Dr. Berran is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery and a diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. Dr. Berran attended the New York College of Podiatric Medicine graduating in 1991. Dr. Barren is a "7 time Jersey Choice Top Doctor in New Jersey Monthly"

Dr. Patricia

Dr. Priya Patel, D.P.M

Dr. Patel is joining Foot Health Center, L.L.C in August, 2023.Dr. Patel is from Doylestown, PA. She earned her Bachelor's degree from Wellesley College in Massachusetts where she studied Biological Science before attending the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. She then completed a comprehensive three-year foot and ankle surgery residency at Inspira Health Network in Vineland, New Jersey. As part of her training, she completed a rotation at the Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, which specializes in advanced limb salvage and reconstructive surgery. As chief resident she participated in research and presented at national conferences.

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