PEDIATRIC PODIATRIST IN SUCCASUNNA & MONTVILLE, NJ
Get Your Child Back to Playing
Gentle foot and ankle care for children: pain, injuries, flat feet, gait concerns, ingrown toenails and plantar warts.
Two Locations
Convenient Access
Same or Next Day Appointments
Most Insurance Accepted
Expert Care
Dr. Erato Giokas, DPM, MS
Board Certified
Pediatric Podiatry at West Morris
Why Should Children See a Podiatrist?
Pediatric foot problems are extremely common throughout Morris County because of children's rapid growth and development.
Dr. Erato Giokas is a board-certified podiatrist with extensive training in pediatric foot conditions that general practitioners might miss.
Kids Can't Always Say It Hurts
Children often can't describe foot discomfort, so we watch for subtle abnormalities in how they move.
Active Kids Get Hurt
With naturally flexible feet and adventurous movements, children are frequently injured.
Treat or Monitor
We determine which issues need treatment and which can be monitored, for healthy, pain-free feet for life.
What Foot Problems Affect Children?
Children can experience many of the same foot problems as adults, but they require specialized pediatric foot care. We regularly diagnose and treat:
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Infections from wounds or ingrown toenails
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Plantar warts on the bottoms of feet
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Achilles tendonitis
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Flat feet
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Growing pains in the heel and ankle
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Plantar fasciitis
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Bursitis
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Fractures and sprains
Hear From Our Satisfied Patients
The doctor was wonderful with my young daughter and her planter’s wart. She explained everything and was very kind to her.
Dr. Giokas was knowledgeable and had an excellent bedside manner when addressing my son’s foot concern. Highly recommend!
Not only did Dr. Giokas see my daughter the same day I called to get an appointment on a Friday evening, she was amazing!
Become A Satisfied Patient!
About Dr. Erato Giokas
Our Expert Podiatrist
Erato Giokas, DPM, MS is a board certified podiatrist at West Morris Foot and Ankle in Succasunna, NJ. She’s highly skilled in treating all foot and ankle pathologies with both surgical and conservative treatments.
Dr. Giokas graduated from the New Jersey Institute of Technology in Newark, New Jersey, with a Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degree in biomedical engineering. She earned her medical degree from the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in New York City, graduating at the top of her class.
Education
Residency - Morristown Medical Center
Medical School - New York College of Podiatric Medicine
Graduate Studies - New Jersey Institute of Technology
Undergraduate Studies - New Jersey Institute of Technology
When Should You Schedule a Pediatric Foot Exam?
Limping, Slowing Down or Losing Balance
Limping, moving more slowly than before, or losing balance more than usual.
Changes in How They Walk
Constantly walking on tiptoe, walking with toes pointed inward or outward, or walking bowlegged.
Pain
Complaints of pain in the feet or legs, or saying that shoes hurt.
Changes to the Feet
Wounds, growths or disfigurations on the feet.
Our Treatment Approach
Dr. Giokas starts with a physical exam and questions about your child's medical history. Depending on your child's condition, treatment may include:
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Exam and History
A physical exam and questions about your child's medical history
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Watch Them Move
Dr. Giokas may observe your child's feet and legs while standing or moving around
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Confirm the Diagnosis
Additional tests, such as an X-ray, when needed
Stretching and Physical Therapy
New Shoes and Orthotic Devices
Prescription Creams or Medicines
Pediatric Podiatry Questions
Why should children see a podiatrist?
Pediatric foot problems are extremely common because of children's rapid growth and development. Dr. Erato Giokas has extensive training in pediatric foot conditions that general practitioners might miss, and sees children at our offices in Succasunna and Montville, NJ.
How does a pediatric podiatrist treat children?
First comes a physical exam and questions about your child's medical history, sometimes with an X-ray to confirm a diagnosis. Depending on the condition, treatment may include stretching and physical therapy, new shoes, orthotic devices, or prescription creams or medicines.
Does every foot problem need treatment?
No. Part of a pediatric foot exam is determining which issues need treatment and which can be monitored.