Rock G. Positano, DPM, MSc, MPH, DSc
Podiatrist
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Areas of Expertise
My Specialties
- Musculoskeletal podiatry (tendons, ligaments, bones)
- Nonsurgical diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the foot and ankle
About Me
- Consultant
I received my medical degree from New York College of Podiatric Medicine/Foot Clinics of New York, where I also completed a fellowship in podiatric and preventive occupational medicine. In addition, I hold a master’s of science degree in environmental medicine/occupational medicine from New York University, a master’s of public health degree from Yale (with honors and with distinction), and a doctor of science degree from New York College of Podiatric Medicine. I have professional and academic appointments at the Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), New York-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell, and Yale School of Public Health/School of Medicine.
I specialize in musculoskeletal podiatry (tendons, ligaments, and bones) including the nonsurgical diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the foot and ankle. I bring a wealth of experience and expertise in these areas to patients receiving treatment and professional staff and employees at MSK.
A podiatrist (puh-DY-uh-trist) is a doctor with special training in the foot, ankle, and lower leg.
My Specialties
- Musculoskeletal podiatry (tendons, ligaments, bones)
- Nonsurgical diagnosis and treatment of disorders of the foot and ankle
Education
- DPM, New York College of Podiatric Medicine
Awards and Honors
- American Podiatric Medical Association Education Grant, Yale University School of Medicine (1989)
- Walter Green Memorial Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Field of Podiatric Medicine, New York College of Podiatric Medicine, New York College of Podiatric Medicine Commencement Exercises (1988)
- NIOSH Training Grant and Traineeship, New York University Medical Center, Institute of Environmental Medicine (1981)
Fellowships
- Podiatric and Preventive Occupational Medicine, Department of Community Medicine-New York College of Podiatric Medicine & Foot Clinics of New York
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