Vito Lapuma

Background

About Vito Lapuma

Dr. La Puma attended Stony Brook University where he majored in Pre-Medical studies earning his Bachelor of Science degree in Biology. Dr. La Puma received his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, where he was actively involved in multiple student leadership positions. Dr. La Puma is a licensed podiatric physician who specializes in the medical and surgical treatment of all foot and ankle conditions. He has completed a three-year reconstructive foot and ankle surgical residency program at Interfaith Medical Center, where he performed over 1,400 surgical procedures. Dr. La Puma has received extensive training in all ailments and bio-mechanical disorders affecting the lower extremity. As Chief Resident, Dr. La Puma has had vast training and experience in Orthopedics and Vascular Surgery. Dr. La Puma specializes in surgical correction of bunions, hammertoes, heel pain, to complex reconstructive foot and ankle repairs, congenital deformities, wound care, diabetic limb salvage, trauma and sports related injuries. Dr. La Puma is Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. Active member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the New York State Podiatric Medicine Association.