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Warren-Watchung Podiatry Center: Ronald Sheppard, DPM

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Warren-Watchung Podiatry Center: Ronald Sheppard, DPM

Dr. Sheppard is double board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and the Amer Board certified, foot and ankle specialist Ronald H.

Sheppard, DPM, with locations in Watchung and Marlboro, NJ, is dedicated to getting to the root of your foot or ankle problem. With over 20 years of experience, Dr. Sheppard has affiliations with Union County Surgery Center and JFK Medical Center, among others. Dr. Sheppard specializes in foot surgery, diabetic foot care, shock wave therapy, bunion surgery and general foot care. We place special emphasis on trying conservative treatments before considering surgery. Having chronic foot and ankle pain can affect the quality of your life and finding the right foot and ankle specialist can be just as difficult. We know how hectic life can be and we are committed to making our practice and care convenient and accessible. We accept most insurance plans and welcome new patients!

11/25/2025

A heel spur is a bony growth that forms on the underside of the heel bone due to long-term stress on the foot. It often develops when the plantar fascia becomes strained, leading to inflammation and calcium buildup. Symptoms include sharp heel pain,

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11/18/2025

Athlete’s foot, also known as tinea pedis, is a common fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet, particularly between the toes. It thrives in warm, moist environments such as locker rooms, showers, and sweaty shoes. Symptoms often include

Read more: https://www.footdocshep.com/blog/fighting-athletes-foot-for-healthier-skin

11/11/2025

Bunions, also known as hallux valgus, are painful bony bumps that form at the base of the big toe when the top of toe shifts toward the other toes. The condition is often caused by genetic factors, wearing tight or ill-fitting shoes, or prolonged pre

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11/09/2025

Do you suffer from heel pain when you get up in the morning? If so, you should seek professional help and have a proper diagnosis performed. Heel pain can be caused by several different foot-related conditions.

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11/04/2025

Children’s Foot Health

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10/28/2025

Tarsal tunnel syndrome is an unusual form of peripheral neuropathy caused by pressure on the tibial nerve as it travels through the tarsal tunnel near the ankle. This compression can lead to numbness, burning, tingling, and pain in the ankle, bottom of the foot, and toes. A podiatrist can perform a...

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10/21/2025

Tennis demands quick direction changes, sudden stops, and powerful bursts of speed. All of these things place heavy stress on the legs and feet. Common lower extremity injuries include ankle sprains, Achilles tendon strain, plantar fasciitis, and stress fractures in the foot or shin. Overuse, wearin...

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10/14/2025

Obesity, a condition affecting millions worldwide, has far-reaching consequences, and one often overlooked aspect is its profound impact on foot health. Excessive body weight places an increased burden on the feet, leading to a host of issues that can cause chronic foot pain. The arches of the feet...

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10/10/2025

Get your orthotics checked.

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$A broken toe can often be the result of an injury, or a stress fracture in the toe may happen gradually. Additionally, t...$

10/07/2025

A broken toe can often be the result of an injury, or a stress fracture in the toe may happen gradually. Additionally, the toe can break while stepping off of a curb unexpectedly, or if a heavy object falls on it. Common symptoms that are associated with a broken toe can include swelling, pain and d...

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$Stress fractures, or hairline cracks, occur in bones that have been weakened by overuse or repetitive motions over time....$

09/30/2025

Stress fractures, or hairline cracks, occur in bones that have been weakened by overuse or repetitive motions over time. Because there are many bones in the feet which bear the weight of our bodies, the feet are a common location for stress fractures—especially in the long, thin metatarsal bones whi...

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09/23/2025

Ankle sprains are common injuries that occur when the ligaments are stretched or torn. They are classified into grades that indicate severity. A Grade 1 sprain is mild with slight stretching of ligaments, Grade 2 is moderate with partial tearing, and Grade 3 is severe with complete ligament rupture....

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Address

10 Shawnee Drive
Watchung, NJ
07069

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 6pm
Thursday	9am - 6pm
Friday	9am - 6pm
Saturday	8:45am - 1pm

Telephone

+19087695337

Website

http://footdocshep.com/

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