Name: Dr. Yoon Yi

Specialty: Podiatry (Foot & Ankle Medicine)

Qualification / Board Certification: Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) — State Licensed Podiatrist; specific board certification details not publicly listed

Affiliation(s): Independent / Private Practice — Flushing, NY & Ridgefield, NJ

Locations (City/State): Flushing, NY | Ridgefield, NJ

Languages Spoken: English, Korean

Accepting New Patients: Yes

NPI Number: 1316967466

About the Doctor

Dr. Yoon Yi is a skilled and compassionate Podiatrist providing specialized foot and ankle care to patients across two locations in Flushing, New York and Ridgefield, New Jersey. As a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) — the highest academic credential in the podiatric medicine field — Dr. Yi is fully licensed and qualified to diagnose and treat foot diseases and deformities, perform medical and surgical procedures, prescribe corrective orthotics and devices, administer physical therapy, and prescribe medications relevant to podiatric conditions.

Dr. Yi’s patient population reflects the rich diversity of the Flushing community, and her bilingual proficiency in both English and Korean makes her particularly well-suited to serve the area’s large Korean-American population. Patients can communicate their concerns comfortably in their native language, which leads to more accurate diagnosis, greater treatment compliance, and a more trusting patient-physician relationship.

Her clinical expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of podiatric conditions, from everyday concerns like corns, calluses, and nail disorders to more complex systemic complications such as diabetic foot disease, peripheral arterial disease, and connective tissue disorders. Dr. Yi performs in-office procedures including skin lesion removal and nail care, offering patients timely and effective treatment without the need for hospital-based procedures in most cases.

Dr. Yi is currently accepting new patients at both her Flushing and Ridgefield offices. Patients are encouraged to contact her practice directly to confirm insurance coverage and appointment availability.

Highlights at a glance:

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) — state licensed and practicing podiatrist
• Bilingual — fluent in English and Korean
• Two practice locations — Flushing, NY and Ridgefield, NJ
• Expertise in diabetic foot care, nail disorders, foot deformities, and skin conditions
• Performs skin lesion removal and nail care procedures
• Serves the diverse Korean-American community in Flushing, NY
• Currently accepting new patients

Education & Training

Specific details of Dr. Yi’s medical school and residency training are not publicly listed in available records. Patients seeking information about her educational background are encouraged to contact her office directly. Her credentials reflect the standard training pathway for a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine:

Medical School: Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) — Accredited College of Podiatric Medicine (institution not publicly listed; contact office for details)

Residency: Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency — Specific program not publicly listed; contact office to confirm

Fellowship / Additional Training: Podiatric foot and ankle medicine, wound care, and diabetic foot management (based on clinical scope of practice)

Licensure: State-Licensed Podiatrist — New York and New Jersey

NPI Registration: Active — NPI Number 1316967466

Medical Conditions Treated

As a Podiatrist, Dr. Yi diagnoses, treats, and manages a comprehensive range of foot, ankle, and lower extremity conditions, including:

• Tinea Infections (Athlete’s Foot / Fungal Foot Infections)
• Ringworm & Fungal Skin Infections of the Foot
• Corns & Calluses
• Foot Deformities — Bunions, Hammertoes, Flat Feet & High Arches
• Foot Injuries & Disorders — Sprains, Fractures & Overuse Injuries
• Connective Tissue Disorders Affecting the Foot & Ankle
• Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) — Lower Limb Vascular Concerns
• Type 2 Diabetes — Diabetic Foot Complications & Neuropathy
• Walking Problems & Gait Abnormalities
• Nail Disorders — Ingrown Toenails, Fungal Nails (Onychomycosis)
• Skin Conditions of the Foot — Warts, Cysts & Lesions
• Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain
• Achilles Tendon Disorders
• Bursitis & Soft Tissue Inflammation
• Wound Care & Ulcer Management (Diabetic & Vascular)
• Morton’s Neuroma & Nerve-Related Foot Pain

Medical Procedures Performed

Dr. Yi performs a variety of in-office podiatric medical, surgical, and therapeutic procedures, including:

• Skin Lesion Removal (Warts, Cysts & Benign Skin Growths)
• Nail Care — Ingrown Toenail Treatment & Nail Avulsion
• Fungal Nail Treatment & Management
• Corn & Callus Removal and Debridement
• Foot Wound Assessment & Wound Care
• Diabetic Foot Examinations & Neuropathy Testing
• Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) Circulation Assessment
• Orthotics Prescription & Fitting (Custom & Semi-Custom)
• Padding & Strapping for Foot Conditions
• Gait Analysis & Walking Problem Evaluation
• Minor Foot & Ankle Surgical Procedures
• Footwear Consultation & Corrective Device Prescriptions
• Physical Therapy Referral & Coordination

Services Offered

Dr. Yi’s podiatry practice provides comprehensive foot and ankle care that spans preventive podiatric health, acute injury management, chronic disease-related foot care, and in-office surgical procedures. Her bilingual English and Korean practice environment ensures that patients of diverse backgrounds feel fully understood and supported throughout their care journey. With two conveniently located offices in the New York and New Jersey metro area, she offers accessible specialist care close to home.

Diabetic Foot Care One of the most critical areas of Dr. Yi’s practice is diabetic foot care. Patients with Type 2 diabetes are at significantly elevated risk for foot complications including neuropathy, ulcers, poor circulation, and infection — conditions that can have serious consequences if left unmanaged. Dr. Yi provides thorough diabetic foot examinations, identifies early warning signs of complications, and develops individualized care plans to protect her patients’ long-term foot health and mobility.

• Comprehensive diabetic foot examinations
• Neuropathy testing and early detection of nerve damage
• Diabetic ulcer assessment, wound care, and management
• Footwear guidance and orthotic prescriptions for diabetic patients
• Referrals to vascular specialists for circulation concerns

Nail Disorders & Care Dr. Yi treats a wide range of nail conditions, from painful ingrown toenails to chronic fungal nail infections. Her nail care services include conservative and procedural treatment options, tailored to each patient’s condition and comfort level.

• Ingrown toenail evaluation and treatment — conservative and surgical
• Fungal nail infection (onychomycosis) diagnosis and treatment
• Nail avulsion procedures for severely affected nails
• Routine nail trimming and maintenance for patients with medical conditions

Skin Lesion & Infection Treatment Dr. Yi diagnoses and treats a variety of skin conditions affecting the feet, including fungal infections, ringworm, plantar warts, and benign skin lesions. She performs in-office skin lesion removals with minimal discomfort and recovery time.

• Skin lesion removal — warts, cysts, and benign growths
• Tinea pedis (athlete’s foot) and ringworm treatment
• Callus and corn removal and debridement
• Skin condition monitoring and ongoing management

Foot Deformity & Structural Care For patients experiencing structural foot problems such as bunions, hammertoes, flat feet, or high arches, Dr. Yi provides both conservative management and procedural treatment options. She prescribes custom orthotics and corrective devices to improve alignment and reduce pain.

• Bunion evaluation and conservative or surgical management
• Hammertoe assessment and correction
• Flat feet and high arch management with custom orthotics
• Gait analysis and walking problem evaluation
• Footwear consultation and corrective device fitting

Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD) & Vascular Foot Care Dr. Yi monitors and manages lower limb circulation concerns associated with peripheral arterial disease, which commonly affects elderly patients and those with diabetes or cardiovascular risk factors. Early detection and management of PAD is essential to preventing serious limb complications.

• Lower extremity circulation assessment
• PAD identification and risk stratification
• Referral to vascular medicine or surgery specialists when required
• Ongoing foot health monitoring for at-risk patients

Bilingual Care (English & Korean) Dr. Yi and her clinical team provide complete consultations, patient education, and follow-up care in both English and Korean. This service is especially valuable for Flushing’s large Korean-speaking population, ensuring that language differences never compromise the quality or clarity of care received.

• Full consultations available in English and Korean
• Korean-language patient education and treatment explanations
• Culturally sensitive care environment for Korean-American patients

Telehealth & Appointment Scheduling Patients interested in telehealth options or online appointment booking are encouraged to contact Dr. Yi’s office directly to confirm availability and appropriate scheduling for virtual care visits.

Accepted Insurances

Dr. Yi accepts most major insurance plans. Patients are advised to contact her office directly before scheduling to verify their specific plan and network coverage. Accepted carriers include:

• Oscar Health Insurance Co
• Cascade Comprehensive Care
• All Other Third Party Insurance Plans

Note: The publicly listed insurance information for Dr. Yi is limited. Patients are strongly encouraged to call the office directly to confirm full insurance acceptance and out-of-pocket costs before scheduling an appointment.

Practice Locations

Location 1 — Primary Office (Flushing, NY) Address: 14223 37th Ave, Suite CF1, Flushing, NY 11354

Phone: Contact office directly (phone number not publicly listed — please call or check the practice website)

Location 2 — Secondary Office (Ridgefield, NJ) Address: 725 Grand Ave, Unit 101-102, Ridgefield, NJ 07657

Phone: Contact primary office for details

Hospital Affiliations

Dr. Yi does not currently hold publicly listed hospital affiliations and is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Her practice is primarily outpatient and office-based, which is consistent with the standard podiatric medicine model. For patients requiring hospital-level podiatric or surgical care, Dr. Yi would coordinate appropriate referrals to affiliated institutions. Major hospitals serving the Flushing, NY and Ridgefield, NJ area include:

• Flushing Hospital Medical Center — Flushing, NY
• NewYork-Presbyterian Queens — Flushing, NY
• Hackensack University Medical Center — Hackensack, NJ
• Holy Name Medical Center — Teaneck, NJ