Lenox Hill Hospital at Northwell Health

Introduction

Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency (PMSR) Lenox Hill Hospital | 36 Months | With Added Credential in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery Our PMSR program offers comprehensive training through an integrated partnership with the Department of Orthopedic Surgery. Residents gain hands-on experience in diverse clinical settings—including Lenox Hill Hospital, MEETH, and private practices—managing a full spectrum of adult and pediatric foot and ankle conditions. With strong emphasis on collaboration, research, and multidisciplinary education, the program includes access to surgical workshops, academic conferences, and orthopedic learning experiences. Set in the heart of NYC, this residency prepares graduates for exceptional clinical and surgical practice in podiatric medicine.

Clerkship Program Contact

William Spielfogel

Program Director

2125709300

wspielfogel@northwell.edu

Residency Program Coordinator

Jessica Cruz

Manager, GME Program

212-434-3284

jestrella@northwell.edu

Public Contact Information

wspielfogel@northwell.edu

2124343284

https://professionals.northwell.edu/graduate-medical-education/residency-podiatric-medicine-surgery-

100 East 77th Street

New York, NY 10075

USA

Attending Physicians

William D. Spielfogel, DPM

Specialties:

Podiatry

Josephine Kleyner, DPM

Specialties:

Podiatry

Program Overview

Program Emphasis

The program emphasizes a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach to foot and ankle care, blending podiatric and orthopedic training in a high-volume, urban setting. With strong exposure to diverse pathology, advanced surgical techniques, and academic research, the program prepares residents for comprehensive clinical practice through hands-on experience, integrated education and rich mentorship.

Experiences Offered

Anesthesiology

Behavioral Science

Emergency Room

Neurology

Office Rotations

Orthopedics

Outpatient Clinic

Pathology Lab

Pediatrics

Plastic Surgery

Podiatry

Podiatry Surgery

Radiology

Surgery

Trauma

Vascular Surgery

Wound Care Limb Salvage

Grand Rounds

Journal Club

Research

Lecture Series

Clerkship Information

Residency Overview

The PMSR program at Lenox Hill Hospital, located in the heart of Manhattan, offers comprehensive training in foot and ankle surgery with the added credential in Reconstructive Rearfoot/Ankle Surgery. Housed within the Department of Orthopedic Surgery, this 36-month residency provides a collaborative and multidisciplinary experience alongside orthopedic residents and faculty. If you're a driven, collaborative, and curious learner looking for a well-rounded experience in foot and ankle surgery within one of New York’s most respected hospitals, this program offers the exposure, mentorship, and academic rigor to support your goals.

Residency Manual

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Residency Information

Residency Start Date: January 01, 1753

Available Residencies

PMSR: 0

PMSR-RRA: 2

Affiliated Institutions

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Other Residency Requirements

Accreditation: JCAHO

Staff DPMs Count: 54

Other qualifications

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Additional Residency Programs

Orthopaedic Surgery, Vascular Surgery, General Surgery, OB/GYN, Opthalmology, Otolaryngology, Pathology, Plastic Surgery, Internal Medicine, Radiology, Psychiatry, Urology