About Yanssel Delgado DPM

Dr. Yanssel Delgado completed his undergraduate college degree at Barry University where he graduated with a Major in Pre-Med and a Minor in Chemistry. He attended Barry University Graduate Medical Program Podiatry School where he graduated with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M) degree. Subsequent to that he completed an extensive 3-year Surgical Residency with extensive trauma and reconstructive surgery in forefoot, rearfoot, ankle, leg and orthopedic trauma at Lutheran Medical Center. It was at Lutheran Medical Center, a Level 1 Trauma Center, where Dr. Delgado also completed his fellowship in lower extremity trauma and won an award for Best Podiatry Research during his residency.

Following completion of surgical training Dr. Delgado went into private practice as a solo practitioner and has been in private practice since 2008. Dr. Delgado is currently on staff at Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus, Hialeah Hospital, and Miami Lakes Surgical Center.

Dr. Delgado is a compassionate doctor who enjoys his work and spending time with his family.

What is a Podiatrist?

Also known as a doctor of podiatric medicine, is the only physician whose total training focuses on the foot, ankle and related body systems. Also commonly known as a foot doctor, a podiatrist is dedicated to the medical & surgical treatment of foot and ankle disorders.

Podiatrists work closely with internists and other specialties involved in a patient's overall healthcare. The foot may be the first area to show signs of serious conditions such as arthritis, diabetes, and heart disease. For example, diabetics are prone to foot ulcers and infections due to poor circulation and lack feeling in the feet.

Podiatrists treat plantar fasciitis, bunions, ingrown toenails, corns, calluses, heel spurs, and arch problems; ankle and foot injuries, deformities, and infections; and foot complaints associated with diseases such as diabetes and gout. To diagnose a foot problem, podiatrists may take x-rays, order laboratory tests, or perform more advanced testing. To treat these foot problems -- podiatrists may prescribe medication, order physical therapy, set fractures, and perform surgery. They also fit custom-made corrective inserts called orthotics. Foot doctors are uniquely qualified to detect warning signs in the early stages of disease in the lower extremities.

The journey to happy feet begins with healthy feet.