What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“It is refreshing to have a doctor who actually takes the time to listen. I never felt rushed and left feeling confident about my treatment.”
PJLess than 1 month ago
“Great experience from start to finish. The doctor was professional kind and took the time to explain everything clearly.”
VPLess than 1 month ago
About Dr. Mark Mendeszoon
Dr. Mark J. Mendeszoon, DPM, FACFAS, FACPM
Dr. Mark J. Mendeszoon is a double board-certified, fellowship-trained, Harvard-trained reconstructive foot and ankle surgeon bringing three decades of clinical excellence to Downtown Physicians, serving NYC and the tri-state region. He is a former president of the Great Lakes Region American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons and served as Chief of Podiatry at University Hospitals Richmond Medical Center for over 20 years.
With a prolific portfolio of more than 20,000 surgical cases, his high-volume practice spans complex reconstructive surgery, traumatology, total ankle arthroplasty, and regenerative medicine using advanced biologics — a testament to both his surgical mastery and his patients' trust.
He trained at the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine, completed residency at Harvard-affiliated Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and finished a two-year fellowship in traumatology and reconstructive surgery. He now serves as a Fellowship Director, university professor, and published researcher.
A former Division I athlete, Dr. Mendeszoon's lifelong passion for sports medicine has taken him to the world stage as team physician at four consecutive Olympic Summer Games (London 2012, Rio 2016, Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024). That same passion drove him to found the SPIRE Institute, co-found the Maple Leaf Track Club, and serve eight high schools and major university athletic programs. He has owned Achilles Running Shop for 20+ years and contributes to Men's Health, Footwear News, and Nike.com.
Dr. Mendeszoon lives with his wife, Kristen, and children Myles and Marijke, both honors scholarship athletes at Iowa State.
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Areas of expertise
This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.
Broken or dislocated ankle/foot
Fracture/dislocation treatment lower leg/ankle/foot
Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the leg
Broken or dislocated ankle/foot
Fracture/dislocation treatment lower leg/ankle/foot
Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the leg
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- Wyckoff Heights Medical Center
Board certifications
- American Board of Podiatric Medicine
- Podiatric Surgery (American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry)
Education and training
- Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine , Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
- New England Deaconess Hospital / Joslin Diabetes Center / Harvard Medical School, Residency in Podiatric Surgery
- Precision Orthopaedic Specialties, Inc. - Chardon, Fellowship in Orthopedic Surgery and Foot and Ankle Surgery
Professional memberships
- American Podiatric Medical Association, Inc
- American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine
- American Society of Podiatric Medicine
Awards and publications
- Surgical Correction of Subluxing Peroneal Tendons Utilizing a Lateral Slip of the Achilles Tendon: A Case Report Mendeszoon, MJ, DPM; McVey, JT, DPM; MacEvoy, A, DPM The Foot and Ankle Online Journal 2009 2 (8): 3
- Congenital Bilateral First Brachymetatarsia: A Case Report and Review of Available Conservative and Surgical Treatment Options Mendeszoon, MJ, DPM; Kaplan, YL, DPM; Crockett, RS, DPM; Cunningham, N, DPM The Foot and Ankle Online Journal 2 (9):1
- Diffuse Large B-Cell Lymphoma of the Ankle A Case Study of Surgical Intervention and Outcome Mendeszoon, MJ, DPM; Wire, KR, DPM Journal of the American Podiatric Medical Association: Nov. 2011
Languages spoken
- English
- Dutch
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1356328538
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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25 reviews
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Great experience from start to finish. The doctor was professional kind and took the time to explain everything clearly.
Less than 1 month agoVP
The doctor was very attentive and took the time to listen to my concern. Great experience overall
Less than 1 month agoFZ
Great highly will advice any one looking to see a podiatrist should def
Less than 1 month agoEU
Came in with an broken ankle left feelings 1000X better Thank doc
Less than 1 month agoKR
Dr. Mendeszoon is super knowledgeable about sports medicine.
Less than 1 month agoEZ
100% care I would definitely recommend Dr Mendeszoon!
Less than 1 month agoYT
Best podiatrist in NYC
Less than 1 month agoDN
Best podiatrist
Less than 1 month agoEP
Happy I went to see this doctor
Less than 1 month agoZO
Lovely visit!
Less than 1 month agoSL
No more corns!
Less than 1 month agoID
Feel 100% Better Bunion fixed
Less than 1 month agoGR
It is refreshing to have a doctor who actually takes the time to listen. I never felt rushed and left feeling confident about my treatment.
Less than 1 month agoPJ
Found the doctor at the perfect time.
Less than 1 month agoBA
Pleasure finding someone who actually cares
Less than 1 month agoPZ
Amazing doctor, super helpful.
Less than 1 month agoPM
I would absolutely rec this doctor
Less than 1 month agoNB
Outstanding experience!
Less than 1 month agoNO
Appreciated the staff doctor did xray in office
Less than 1 month agoOA
Quick and easy visit
Less than 1 month agoBD
Lovely! Great 100%
Less than 1 month agoWR
Best Podiatrist in NYC
Less than 1 month agoZZ
Highly recommend thiss office!
Less than 1 month agoNP
Very happy with my visit
Less than 1 month agoAL
Wow already book for my bunion surgery!
Less than 1 month agoAF
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Dr. Mark Mendeszoon is affiliated with Wyckoff Heights Medical Center.
What practice does Dr. Mark Mendeszoon work with?
Dr. Mark Mendeszoon works with Downtown Podiatry Physicians.
Where is Dr. Mark Mendeszoon's office located?
Dr. Mark Mendeszoon's office is located at 56 W 45th St 9th Fl, New York, NY 10036.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mark Mendeszoon have?
Dr. Mark Mendeszoon is certified by American Board of Podiatric Medicine and Podiatric Surgery (American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry).
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Mark Mendeszoon?
Dr. Mark Mendeszoon frequently sees patients for Foot Consultation, Podiatric Care, Sports Injury, Surgery Consultation, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Mark Mendeszoon on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Mark Mendeszoon speak?
Dr. Mark Mendeszoon speaks English and Dutch.
How do patients rate Dr. Mark Mendeszoon in reviews?
25 patients have reviewed Dr. Mark Mendeszoon. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.