Fourth River Foot and Ankle Clinic : Vincent Vess, DPM

Fourth River Foot and Ankle Clinic : Vincent Vess, DPM Dr. Vincent Vess is a podiatrist (foot and ankle specialist) located in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Vess is also a wound care expert.

Fourth River Foot & Ankle Clinic is a well established, comprehensive podiatry practice with two offices, serving communities in Pittsburgh’s East End, North Hills, Mon Valley, and southeast suburban areas. Vincent Vess, DPM is an experienced and compassionate podiatric physician and surgeon. He offers effective, non-surgical treatments for everything from heel pain, ingrown toenails, warts, and d

iabetic foot issues, to surgical procedures for bunion and hammertoe correction, tendon repairs, neuromas, joint issues, severe plantar fasciitis, sports injuries and more. He provides advanced wound care treatments both in his office, and at nearby UPMC McKeesport Wound Center where he is on staff. Additionally, Dr. Vess has a keen interest in biomechanics of the lower extremities. He heals many athletes and runners using various therapies and procedures, surgery when necessary, and custom fabricated orthotic devices. Fourth River Foot & Ankle Clinic features several advanced procedures and cutting-edge technologies such as Swift® wart treatment, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) for heel pain, and skin substitute grafts for wound care. If you are experiencing a foot or ankle issue of any kind, please call or book your appointment online. We look forward to meeting you and helping you feel better.

Swelling of the feet, also known as edema, occurs when fluid builds up in the tissues, causing the feet to appear puffy ...
04/14/2026

Swelling of the feet, also known as edema, occurs when fluid builds up in the tissues, causing the feet to appear puffy or enlarged. The skin may look stretched or shiny, and pressing on the area can sometimes leave an indentation. Patients often describe a heavy or tight feeling, and shoes may...

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Exercises can play an important role in improving foot health. Regular movement helps strengthen the muscles that suppor...
04/07/2026

Exercises can play an important role in improving foot health. Regular movement helps strengthen the muscles that support the arches and stabilize the toes and ankles. Strong muscles help absorb shock during walking and sports. Flexibility exercises also improve range of motion, or how freely a...

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Heel pain can make standing and walking difficult. Several conditions can cause pain in the heel. One common cause is pl...
03/24/2026

Heel pain can make standing and walking difficult. Several conditions can cause pain in the heel. One common cause is plantar fasciitis, which occurs when the plantar fascia becomes irritated. The plantar fascia is a thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the front of the foot. This...

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Achilles tendon tears are among the most frequent tendon injuries. They often occur suddenly during physical activity th...
02/24/2026

Achilles tendon tears are among the most frequent tendon injuries. They often occur suddenly during physical activity that involves rapid pushing off, jumping, or changing direction. Risk is higher in active middle-aged men, particularly during sports like basketball, though non-sport-related tears...

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1748 Jancey Street Suite A
Pittsburgh, PA
15206

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 12:30pm - 2pm
Friday 1pm - 4pm

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