Cary M. Golub, DPM

Cary M. Golub, DPM Providing knowledgeable and caring full-service foot and ankle care.

Next Step Podiatry

Location:
637 Willis Avenue
Suite E
Williston Park, NY 11596

Phone: (516) 248-8188
Fax: (516) 279-4921

Website: https://www.nextsteppodiatrypllc.com/

Next Step Podiatry is a podiatry practice that treats conditions of the foot and ankle.

Toenail fungus can cause the toenails to become brittle and yellow. They can gradually harden and become thicker, causin...
09/23/2025

Toenail fungus can cause the toenails to become brittle and yellow. They can gradually harden and become thicker, causing difficulty in having them properly trimmed. This unsightly foot condition is caused by a fungal infection, and is considered to be contagious. This type of fungus lives and thrives in warm and moist environments, consisting of s...

Read more: https://www.drcarygolub.com/blog/contagious-toenail-fungus

Toe pain can result from several conditions, with gout, hammertoe, and bunions being among the most common. Gout is caus...
09/16/2025

Toe pain can result from several conditions, with gout, hammertoe, and bunions being among the most common. Gout is caused by a buildup of uric acid, leading to sudden, intense joint pain, redness, and swelling, often in the big toe. Hammertoes develop when a toe bends abnormally at the middle joint due to muscle imbalance, causing discomfort, corn...

Read more: https://www.drcarygolub.com/blog/understanding-sources-of-toe-pain

Wearing shoes that fit correctly is essential for comfort and long-term foot health. To measure your foot, place it on a...
09/09/2025

Wearing shoes that fit correctly is essential for comfort and long-term foot health. To measure your foot, place it on a flat surface and use a ruler or measuring tape from the heel to the longest toe, then compare with a shoe size chart. Be sure to measure both feet since one is often slightly larger. Shoes that are too small or too large can caus...

Read more: https://www.drcarygolub.com/blog/finding-the-right-shoe-size-for-healthy-feet

Keeping feet healthy with diabetes is vital to prevent complications such as infections or ulcers. Simple daily habits c...
09/02/2025

Keeping feet healthy with diabetes is vital to prevent complications such as infections or ulcers. Simple daily habits can make a big difference. Check your feet every day for cuts, blisters, or changes in skin color. Avoid walking barefoot to reduce the risk of injury or infection. Always wear shoes that fit well to protect your feet and prevent p...

Read more: https://www.drcarygolub.com/blog/essential-foot-care-tips-for-diabetic-patients

Some foot wounds close within days, but others linger for weeks or even months, becoming a chronic problem. These slow-h...
08/26/2025

Some foot wounds close within days, but others linger for weeks or even months, becoming a chronic problem. These slow-healing injuries often develop in people with poor circulation, nerve damage, or conditions like diabetes that impair the body’s repair process. Persistent pressure from walking, wearing tight shoes, or foot deformities can keep th...

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Swollen feet can result from a variety of causes. One common reason is pregnancy, especially during the third trimester,...
08/20/2025

Swollen feet can result from a variety of causes. One common reason is pregnancy, especially during the third trimester, as the body produces extra blood and fluid retention occurs. This can lead to swelling in the feet and ankles, particularly when standing for long periods of time, or in hot weather. Another cause of swollen feet is injury, such ...

Read more: https://www.drcarygolub.com/blog/common-reasons-for-swollen-feet-and-ankles

Friction blisters on the foot are fluid-filled sacs that form when repeated rubbing irritates the skin. They commonly de...
08/12/2025

Friction blisters on the foot are fluid-filled sacs that form when repeated rubbing irritates the skin. They commonly develop in areas exposed to pressure or movement, such as the heels, toes, or soles. Causes include wearing ill-fitting shoes, walking long distances, or exercising without proper foot protection. Risk factors include moisture, heat...

Read more: https://www.drcarygolub.com/blog/causes-of-and-care-for-foot-blisters

Flat feet, also known as fallen arches, occur when the arches of the feet collapse or never fully develop. This conditio...
08/05/2025

Flat feet, also known as fallen arches, occur when the arches of the feet collapse or never fully develop. This condition can be congenital or happen over time due to injury, arthritis, obesity, or wear and tear. People with flat feet may notice their feet appear completely flat when standing, with little to no arch visible. Symptoms include foot p...

Read more: https://www.drcarygolub.com/blog/facts-about-flat-feet

Congenital foot conditions are structural abnormalities present at birth that can affect a child's mobility and developm...
07/29/2025

Congenital foot conditions are structural abnormalities present at birth that can affect a child's mobility and development. Clubfoot involves the foot turning inward and downward. Planovalgus refers to a flat foot with the heel rolled outward. Cavus foot is marked by a high arch that can lead to instability. Congenital vertical talus presents with...

Read more: https://www.drcarygolub.com/blog/understanding-congenital-foot-conditions-and-podiatric-care

Diabetes can quietly affect the feet in serious ways. Changes in circulation and nerve function may cause numbness, maki...
07/22/2025

Diabetes can quietly affect the feet in serious ways. Changes in circulation and nerve function may cause numbness, making it harder to feel blisters, cuts, or pressure points. Without early detection, even small issues can turn into infections or open sores that are slow to heal. Dry skin, foot deformities, and nail problems are also more common w...

Read more: https://www.drcarygolub.com/blog/why-diabetes-and-foot-problems-often-go-hand-in-hand

Address

637 Willis Avenue, Suite E
Williston Park, NY
11596

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15162488188

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