Kushkaran Kaur, DPM, is a highly skilled podiatric surgeon with a specialization in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery. She is dedicated to providing comprehensive care for a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, focusing on improving patient mobility and quality of life. Dr. Kaur holds an academic title as an Assistant Professor at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell, where she contributes to the education of future medical professionals.Dr. Kaur's clinical expertise encompasses the treatment of complex foot and ankle issues, including joint pain, hallux rigidus, bunions, rheumatoid arthritis of the foot, adult and pediatric flatfoot, Charcot's joint, clubfoot, and foot fractures. She is also adept at managing ankle injuries, gait abnormalities such as drop foot, hammer toe, and high arch conditions. Her areas of focus highlight her commitment to addressing both common and intricate podiatric concerns.After earning her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, Dr. Kaur completed her residency in Podiatric Surgery at Temple University Hospital in Philadelphia, a Level I Trauma Center, where she developed extensive experience managing high-energy foot and ankle injuries and complex deformities in a fast-paced, urban setting. She further honed her skills through a prestigious fellowship in adult and pediatric reconstructive foot and ankle surgery, with a strong emphasis on revisional surgery and challenging cases that require thoughtful surgical planning and precision. Her advanced training allows her to care for patients with both routine and highly complex conditions, including adult and pediatric flatfoot deformity, tarsal coalitions, clubfoot, cavus foot, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, and arthritis related to osteoarthritis, rheumatoid disease, and prior trauma.Dr. Kaur sees patients at several Northwell Health locations, including Northwell Health Physician Partners Surgery at Plainview, and Northwell Health Physician Partners Podiatry at Farmingdale. Her board qualification by the American Board of Foot & Ankle Surgery in Rearfoot & Ankle underscores her commitment to excellence in her specialty. Dr. Kaur's patient-centered approach and extensive training make her a valuable asset to the Northwell Health system.