What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.89
Average wait time
4.82
Bedside manner
4.94
“I went to the appointment with zero expectations and was so pleasantly surprised at how nice and clean the office was, friendliness of the staff and the short wait time. But the real highlight of the visit was Dr. Fu. She was very nice and friendly and made me feel comfortable throughout the visit. Her explanation of my issue was easy to understand and very thorough. I am very happy have her as my doctor. ”
Tonya P.March 4, 2026
“Dr. Fu was easy to talk to & listened to my concern. I was glad that she was able to see me before my scheduled appointment. Office staff are very friendly.”
Estephanie T.February 9, 2026
About Dr. Pauline Fu
Dr. Pauline Fu is a highly trained board-certified podiatric surgeon with over 20 years of experience in podiatric medicine and surgery. She specializes in treating complex foot and ankle deformities including severe bunions and hammertoes, neuroma, plantar fasciitis, flat feet, ingrown toenail removal, ankle sprains, broken bones, tendon tears, heel spurs removal, toe dislocation, and many other foot and ankle issues.
She is an expert in Incision Free bunions and hammertoes correction, Knot-less Achilles tendon repair, plantar plate toe dislocation repair, as well as foot trauma surgery. She is an attending at NYU Langone Hospital and Mount Sinai Hospital where she regularly trains residents on advanced techniques in foot and ankle surgery.
The office is equipped with digital xrays, ultrasound scans, Class IV laser therapy, Shock Wave therapy, custom orthotics fabrications, and braces expertise. She and her team lead a multidisciplinary approach to treating foot and ankle conditions that can affect patients at any stage of life-from newborns and teens to active adults and seniors.
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We accept all major commercial insurances, HealthFirst, Fidelis, and Medicare. We DO NOT accept Medicaid plans, BCBS Healthplus, BCBS plans ID starting with JLJ, VGF, VFG, WORKERS COMPENSATION, EMBLEM HIP plan, and No Fault insurance claims. If you are unsure about your coverage, please contact your insurance carrier.
Thank you for considering our practice and we look forward to taking great care of your feet!
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Education and background
Practice names
Hospital affiliations
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
- NYU Langone Health
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel - Petrie Division
Board certifications
- Foot Surgery (Foot and Ankle Surgery)
- American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Education and training
- New York College of Podiatric Medicine, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
- Northwell Health, Long Island Jewish Medical Center (Residency)
Professional memberships
- American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
- American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics and Primary Podiatric Medicine
Awards and publications
- Case Study: Rare Case of Mantle Cell Lymphoma with Extranodal Involvement in the Foot
Languages spoken
- English
- Chinese (Cantonese)
Provider's gender
Female
NPI number
1124215827
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.89
Wait time
4.82
Bedside manner
4.94
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I had a very wonderful experience. The staff and provider were very friendly and welcoming. I would definitely recommend.
November 18, 2025Dale M.Verified patient
Dr Fu was nice, but did not even ask me to walk around the room to analyze my gait so didn’t feel very thorough.
Less than 3 months agoInitials hidden
Dr Fu is a marvelous doctor, she has solved all my foot problems and very fast, I will keep coming to her as i need help
September 26, 2025Sully B.Verified patient
Dr. Fu is friendly and efficient. She listens carefully and explains options for treatment. I really like her.
November 7, 2025Maureen M.Verified patient
First time I was there,I love to visit Doctor, nice office ,nice people, professional diagnoses, excellent
October 23, 2025Anna E.Verified patient
You couldn’t ask for a better doctor! No wait time, and the front desk staff were friendly and efficient.
October 14, 2025Iryna K.Verified patient
Very good listener !!! Extremely thorough & quick to diagnose the exact issues. Highly recommend her
November 22, 2025Initials hidden
Dr. Fu is smart, personal, and showed/explained everything she saw very clearly. I appreciated her determination to help me.
January 31, 2025Lisa F.Verified patient
Dr. Fu is pleasant, attentive and thorough. She seems very knowledgeable and the office staff is friendly and professional.
February 6, 2025Maureen M.Verified patient
I loved today’s visit with Dr. Fu! She was informative, attentive, and made it clear for me to understand. ??
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Fu is amazing! SO nice and helpful and competent and wonderful. Glad I found her.
Less than 3 months agoInitials hidden
Dr Fu was approachable and down to earth. She examined and explained the condition very thoroughly.
August 19, 2025Clinton T.Verified patient
Very clear, caring and concise. I appreciate how straightforward she is and solution based.
November 3, 2025Lucy R.Verified patient
Highly recommend. Wonderful bedside manner, super informative and clear. Office is super clean and staff very helpful.
July 13, 2024Katie M.Verified patient
Booked my appointment and showed up. Doctor ask why I came in handle my needs and was very friendly. Highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
The Dr I booked wasn’t available but the called me in advance. The other Dr that saw my kid was great too. Highly recommend
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Fu was helpful and had a great bedside manner. She helped fix my issue. Overall, I was happy with the visit
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Fu was polite, insightful, and listened well. I would suggest her and her office for continued treatment.
November 3, 2024Bandele P.Verified patient
Friendly office staff greeted me, and Dr. Fu treated my ingrown toenail with care.
October 14, 2025Christine Joy M.Verified patient
Wonderful doctor and staff
Comprehensive and clear
Very compassionate care doc and staff included to even filling out forms
January 10, 2023Jacob P.Verified patient
Dr. Fu is extremely empathetic. Very professional & skilled and her credentials are unbeatable.
January 12, 2025Initials hidden
Dr Fu was great, front desk staff very welcoming as well and was seen immediately
Less than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Great experience!! Dr. Fu was very helpful and easy to talk to. Definitely recommend to anybody looking for a podiatrist.
August 24, 2022Aaron S.Verified patient
So impressed with this doctor! Wish every healthcare provider was as kind, clear, and efficient as her. Highly recommend.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Fu was amazing. Listened to my problem and confirmed my concerns. I look forward to my follow up.
October 6, 2024Veronica A.Verified patient
Great doctor; efficient, professional, kind, listened to my concerns
November 25, 2025Caroline I.Verified patient
She identified the problem efficiently, prescribed a good means of dealing with it and asked me to come back for a follow-up.
May 9, 2019Ann G.Verified patient
She was extremely knowledgeable, caring and efficient.
I would definitely recommend Dr Fu to anyone that needs a podiatrist.
December 13, 2018Robin R.Verified patient
Dr. Fu is an amazing podiatrist! She has designed orthotics for me that relieved the pain of a neuroma and severe bunions.
March 21, 2017Monica W.Verified patient
Dr. Fu was concise and informative about case. She took time to answer all of my questions and provided meaningful feedback.
November 29, 2016Nelson S.Verified patient
Very patient. Puts patient at ease. Throughly checks everything. Explains course of action in a very clear, empathetic way.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Wonderful. Dr. Fu is very pleasant and took time to explain everything and discuss future possibilities. Couldn't be better!
August 20, 2019Adrian B.Verified patient
Dr. Fu was excellent! Her front desk staff was friendly and helpful, she was extremely timely, efficient and knowledgeable.
December 7, 2018Chavaughn R.Verified patient
Great bedside manner
Thorough.
Passionate and patient. I’ve been to other foot doctors and this office takes the cake.
More than 1 year agoTony S.Verified patient
Great Doctor who really understand regarding his profession. such a nice behavior with Patients. Kind and nice treatment.
September 19, 2017Badar A.Verified patient
Dr. Fu was very thorough and knowledgeable. She asked good questions and explained everything thoroughly
March 30, 2024Andrew C.Verified patient
Great communication and excellent listener. Spoke in pure and simple terms without sounding condescending.
December 26, 2023Eric-keith E.Verified patient
The doctor was very professional and took time to explain everything which does not always happen with different doctors.
July 30, 2019Steven B.Verified patient
She is very thorough and patient, explained the issues and pros and cons of potential treatments. A very nice experience!
July 24, 2019Initials hidden
Dr. Fu is very knowledgeable, friendly, and kind. I've been a patient for about 2 years and think she is a great doctor.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Fu does a very good job in communicating with her patients. She is very thorough and the experience was a good one.
March 15, 2021Andrew C.Verified patient
Dr. Fu is skilled, professional, and compassionate. Just what a medical professional should be. Excellent at her job.
More than 1 year agoKathleen P.Verified patient
Highly recommend Dr. Fu! She's very knowledgeable and professional! The staffs are very nice and helpful.
October 18, 2023Wen C.Verified patient
Dr. Fu is great! Really knows what she is talking about. She recalled my information and wasn't reading from a chart.
September 13, 2017Akwasi D.Verified patient
She was very professional and caring. I felt confident and comfortable in knowing she could help me resolve my problem.
December 10, 2014Emily D.Verified patient
Wonderful experience, if you want a doctor who listens to your concerns and cares, visit Dr. Fu!!
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr Fu is friendly and professional. Her knowledge and clear explanation created peace in diagnosis and treatment.
October 23, 2022Karen K.Verified patient
Very helpful she listens to you and try to do all she can she go over and above as well as her staff?. Thank you
September 21, 2022Wanda G.Verified patient
Great doctor, very knowledgeable and gentle. The staff was welcoming and pleasant. Highly recommended
February 26, 2024Lucinda V P.Verified patient
Amazing bedside manner! Helped me in a time in need.
February 5, 2026Initials hidden
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Which hospital is Dr. Pauline Fu affiliated with?
Dr. Pauline Fu is affiliated with The Mount Sinai Hospital, NYU Langone Health, and Mount Sinai Beth Israel - Petrie Division.
What practice does Dr. Pauline Fu work with?
Dr. Pauline Fu works with Pauline Fu, DPM, PC.
Where is Dr. Pauline Fu's office located?
Dr. Pauline Fu's office is located at 280 Madison Ave, New York, NY 10016.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pauline Fu have?
Dr. Pauline Fu is certified by Foot Surgery (Foot and Ankle Surgery) and American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Pauline Fu?
Dr. Pauline Fu frequently sees patients for Foot Consultation, Foot Pain, Foot Problems, Podiatric Care, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Pauline Fu on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Pauline Fu speak?
Dr. Pauline Fu speaks English and Chinese (Cantonese).
How do patients rate Dr. Pauline Fu in reviews?
2135 patients have reviewed Dr. Pauline Fu. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.89/5. They have a 4.94/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.82/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.