Foot & ankle specialist · Midtown Manhattan

Expert foot care, steps from Grand Central.

Dr. Wiqar Farooqi is a Bellevue-trained surgical podiatrist specializing in minimally invasive correction of bunions, hammertoes, and heel pain. Smaller incisions, less downtime, and back on your feet sooner.

Book an appointment (212) 510-8665

Rated 5 starson Google & Zocdoc

Most major insuranceMedicare, PPO plans & more

Same-week visitsTelehealth on Fridays

Dr. Wiqar Farooqi seated in his Midtown Manhattan exam room, smiling in a white coat

Wiqar Farooqi, DPM

Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Conditions we treat

What's keeping you off your feet?

From a stubborn ingrown nail to surgical bunion correction, all diagnosed and treated in one Midtown office with digital X-ray on site.

Bunions & hammertoes

Painful deformities corrected through keyhole incisions, so most patients recover faster with less pain.

Heel pain & plantar fasciitis

Shockwave therapy, injections, and 3D-printed custom orthotics for pain that won't quit.

Ingrown & fungal nails

Fast, lasting relief and restored, healthy-looking nails, no matter how far gone they seem.

Plantar warts

SWIFT microwave therapy clears stubborn warts at the source. No cutting, no downtime.

Sports injuries

Sprains, strains, and fractures, diagnosed on the spot with in-office digital X-ray, then taped, treated, and back in training.

Custom orthotics

3D-scanned and 3D-printed to your exact foot, with support engineered for the way you actually walk.

The signature difference

Minimally invasive surgery, done right.

Traditional bunion surgery means a long incision, a visible scar, and weeks of painful recovery. Dr. Farooqi corrects bunions, hammertoes, and heel spurs through incisions just millimeters long, guided by live imaging.

Trained in both open and minimally invasive techniques during a three-year surgical residency at Bellevue Hospital, he'll recommend what's genuinely right for your foot, not what's easiest to bill.

Ask about MIS at your consult

Traditional open surgeryone long incision

Minimally invasive surgerya few millimeters

Illustrative comparison. Incision size and approach vary by procedure and patient. Discussed candidly at your consultation.

Smaller incisionsLess visible scarring

Less painMany patients need fewer painkillers

Faster recoveryBack to life, sooner

In-office services

Everything under one roof.

A fully equipped Midtown practice, so you're never shuttled across town for imaging or therapy.

Minimally invasive surgeryBunions, hammertoes, heel spurs

Digital X-rayInstant, in-office imaging

3D-printed custom orthoticsScanned & built for your foot

Shockwave therapyFor chronic heel pain & plantar fasciitis

SWIFT wart therapyNon-invasive microwave ablation

Nail careIngrown, fungal & routine care

InjectionsTargeted relief for joint & soft-tissue pain

Athletic tapingQuick visits for active injuries

Meet your doctor

Care that starts with actually listening.

Dr. Farooqi has practiced podiatric medicine in New York City for over a decade. Patients consistently mention the same two things: he takes the time to explain what's going on, and his hands match his bedside manner. His office sits at Lexington & 40th, steps from Grand Central.

DoctorateNew York College of Podiatric Medicine, 2011

ResidencyThree-year surgical residency, Bellevue Hospital

SpecialtyMinimally invasive & traditional foot surgery

TelehealthVirtual visits available on Fridays

Patient reviews

Don't take our word for it.

5.0 average across Google & Zocdoc

I have never been to a more excellent podiatrist in my life. I had minimal downtime and required no painkillers after he performed minimally invasive surgery on my foot.

A.S.Google

He took the time to explain what was going on, how he recommends we manage it, and why. Excellent bedside manner and communication.

M.R.Google

Excellent service, expert advice. He's the podiatrist you'll be glad you found.

W.T.Zocdoc

Insurance & payment

We probably take your plan.

In-network with most major insurers, and happy to work with Workers' Compensation and No-fault claims.

Medicare Aetna Anthem BCBS Cigna UnitedHealthcare 1199SEIU Workers' Comp No-fault Most PPO plans

Deductible too high? Reasonable self-pay rates are available. Just ask when you book.

Good to know

Questions, answered.

What happens at my first visit?

A thorough exam and an honest conversation. If imaging is needed, digital X-rays are taken on the spot, so you leave with a diagnosis and a clear plan, not a referral slip and another appointment somewhere else.

Do I need a referral?

Most plans let you see a podiatrist directly, though some HMO plans require a referral. Call the office with your insurance details and we'll help you check before you book.

How is minimally invasive surgery different?

Instead of one long incision, corrections are made through openings just millimeters wide. For most patients that means less visible scarring, less post-operative pain, and a quicker return to normal life. Recovery time varies by procedure, and Dr. Farooqi will walk you through exactly what to expect at your consultation.

Can I be seen quickly?

Same-week appointments are usually available, and the schedule is built around Midtown work hours: early mornings on Monday, evenings on Thursday, and virtual visits on Friday. For urgent issues, call and we'll do our best to fit you in.

What if my deductible is high or I'm uninsured?

Reasonable self-pay rates are available. Just ask when booking. We also work with Workers' Compensation and No-fault claims.