Podiatry, Foot Surgery
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Ankle/Foot Problem - Non-surgical | Foot & Ankle Surgery | Fractures | Ingrown Toenails | Podiatry
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Podiatry, Foot SurgeryExpertise
Ankle/Foot Problem - Non-surgical | Foot & Ankle Surgery | Fractures | Ingrown Toenails | PodiatryIn 1998, I took the Hippocratic Oath, when I graduated from podiatry school. As I recited, I came across a profound statement, “I will remember that there is art to medicine as well as science, and that warmth, sympathy, and understanding may outweigh the surgeon's knife or the chemist's drug.” I believe that the interpersonal relationships I develop with each of my patient’s is invaluable. My practice is not just in solving problems, but in listening to my patients, their complaints, and their needs and working together to help them move forward. Seeing my patients improve, seeing them sustain mobility, and seeing them find ways to remain active all fulfill my decision to pursue podiatry.
My philosophy as a healthcare provider involves taking the time to educate my patients and empower them to better help themselves through proactivity and prevention. Through educating the future of this profession by working intimately with the residents, I pass on my values with the hopes of mentoring and encouraging better doctors. Teamwork serves as a pillar of my own diagnostic strategy, as I work with other specialties like physical therapy, vascular surgery, and primary care to provide more robust care and cohesive solutions.
I am board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) in forefoot surgery. Within podiatry, my interests include limb salvage, wound care, diabetic foot care and prevention, pediatric sports medicine and forefoot surgery.
Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my husband and 2 children. Most of our days are spent watching them play soccer and lacrosse and coaching lacrosse in the community. I continue to stay active by cycling, walking, and traveling to many corners of the world.
school Education
Medical School
- New York College of Podiatric Medicine, 1998
Residency
- East Jefferson General Hospital, 1998 - 2000
Board Certifications
- Podiatry, Foot Surgery
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“I have recommended Dr Shukla a couple times.she is the most caring person I know.”
July 28, 2025
“Above ratings say it all.”
July 20, 2025
“Already recommended Dr. Shukla a friend of ours who is just completed a scheduled appointment with her as a new patient”
July 20, 2025
“Good care”
July 13, 2025
“While the wait time was longer than desirable, the med tech and doctor apologized and explained why it was soan understandable reason and I appreciated their concern about the delay. This was a second opinion for foot issues I experience.”
July 7, 2025
“Great visit. I would definitely recommend”
June 30, 2025
“Very friendly and helpful staff-would recommend to anyone”
June 25, 2025
“Dr Shukla is always very very nice to me. She is very knowledgeable and I trust her completely with my feet issues. She is patient with questions and you can clearly see she cares about her patients! I would recommend her and I have to everyone. I wouldn't pick another Doctor ! She is my favorite out of all the doctors I see!!”
June 24, 2025
“The doctor was very nice and explained the options I have to deal with the issue I have”
June 22, 2025
“Everything went well”
June 17, 2025
“The doctor was thorough and helpful. She showed me how to use the air cast and explained when to wear it. The office staff were friendly and professional.”
June 17, 2025
“Shulk is the best .”
June 7, 2025
“Very pleasant experience with the Dr.”
May 19, 2025
“The visit was good. She test my feet because of my diabetic she trim my toenails and we talked about the summers vacation and asked how I was doing a very nice visit.”
May 12, 2025
“I was treated with respect and the attention that I needed with the appropriate urgency. Beside manor was excellent. My experience was as pleasant as it could has possibly been.”
May 12, 2025
“One of the best in your system.”
May 2, 2025
“Visiting Dr. Shukla's office is always enjoyable. She and her staff always are happy to be at work.”
April 23, 2025
“Thankful, Dr & staff are so helpful & supportive.”
April 16, 2025
“Doctor fit me in and was very accommodating”
April 7, 2025
“It was very good”
April 6, 2025
“Good”
March 27, 2025
“Dr Shukla was wonderful! She explained everything very well and was so kind and thoughtful!”
March 24, 2025
“She was absolutely awesome with my son and the entire situation! I would highly recommend her to anyone with children, anyone at all! She was truly fantastic! Thank you!!”
March 11, 2025
“Very grateful to have been seen immediately for my foot.”
March 8, 2025
“This visit was what I expected it to be. Very thorough & referred me to a sneaker store. She will see me in a week.”
March 2, 2025
“Dr. Shukla is awesome!!! I left her office so relieved! She assessed the problem and quickly came up with a solution!”
March 2, 2025
“Dr shukla is the best !!!”
February 24, 2025
“VISIT WAS WANT I EXPECTED. VERY FRIENDLY, AND ANOTHER APPOINTMENT.”
February 22, 2025
“Dr Shukla is pleasant, professional and responsive. My husband David has Dementia and she is respectful and direct with him, while involving me, as caregiver, when necessary.”
February 9, 2025
“Awesome doctor and staff Thank you”
January 19, 2025
“I thank Dr. Shukla for her thorough examination and recommendations. Her recommended therapies are working.”
January 14, 2025
“Melissa was the right combination of supportive to my daughter but stern enough for her to understand the implications if she didn't treat her injury seriously. I greatly appreciated her approach. She was very knowledgeable.”
January 13, 2025
“Great doctor and staff”
January 11, 2025
“Dr Shukla was awesome!”
January 10, 2025
“I have confidence in Dr Shukla after meeting her. I will see her again if needed and I would refer my friends and family to her”
January 5, 2025
“Dr Shukla is s great wound doctor.”
January 1, 2025
“I am very satisfied with my treatment by Dr. Shukla.”
December 23, 2024
“This was our first visit with Dr. Shukla. She was wonderful! We will return to see her if my son has any other foot problems. I will also recommend her to family and friends!”
December 23, 2024
“I believe Melissa S Shukla, DPM they went above and beyond in their care for me. Really appreciate the courtesy and care!”
December 22, 2024
“The doctor Melissa S Shukla, DPM was very knowledgeable and very nice. I liked her very much and will see her again if needed.”
December 22, 2024
“She, Melissa S Shukla, DPM was very friendly and engaging. Office ran on time.”
November 15, 2024
“Extremely satisfied with doctor Melissa S Shukla, DPM, staff and receptionist. I will return for future visits. I was very Imp with office visit. Ie doctor and her staff.”
November 11, 2024
“I thought Dr. Shakula was wonderful! She helped me when I was very worried about the condition of my toe. She gave me good medical advise and saw me once a week. As a result my toe has healed.”
November 2, 2024
“Dr. Shukla is fabulous. She and everyone in her office provides expert care in a timely fashion”
October 30, 2024
“Great service with Melissa S Shukla, DPM to address my issue”
October 28, 2024
“Very satisfied with the care and professional yet friendly demeanor of this provider Melissa S Shukla, DPM and her staff during the referenced visit”
October 28, 2024
“Got there about 10 minutes early and was taken to exam room immediately. Doctor Melissa Shukla came in within 5 minutes max. Everyone was very nice and very professional.”
October 21, 2024
“I was very impressed that Dr Shukla takes notes on her patients the night before the patient's appointment. This showed me she is invested in her patients and doing her best for us.”
October 20, 2024
“Dr Shukla and her staff are amazing. They are a well oiled machine! Everyone is so knowledgeable, helpful and truly caring! It's always a great experience with Dr Shukla, even when she put my foot in a boot for 3 weeks!! She is the best!! Her staff is just amazing, cheerful and extremely helpful!!”
September 22, 2024
5.0 RATING
“The doctor is very personable and explains things very well. This was my second time seeing her and like her very much.”
July 31, 2025