Fourth River Foot and Ankle Clinic : Vincent Vess, DPM

Fourth River Foot and Ankle Clinic : Vincent Vess, DPM Dr. Vincent Vess is a podiatrist (foot and ankle specialist) located in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Vess is also a wound care expert.

Fourth River Foot & Ankle Clinic is a well established, comprehensive podiatry practice with two offices, serving communities in Pittsburgh’s East End, North Hills, Mon Valley, and southeast suburban areas. Vincent Vess, DPM is an experienced and compassionate podiatric physician and surgeon. He offers effective, non-surgical treatments for everything from heel pain, ingrown toenails, warts, and d

iabetic foot issues, to surgical procedures for bunion and hammertoe correction, tendon repairs, neuromas, joint issues, severe plantar fasciitis, sports injuries and more. He provides advanced wound care treatments both in his office, and at nearby UPMC McKeesport Wound Center where he is on staff. Additionally, Dr. Vess has a keen interest in biomechanics of the lower extremities. He heals many athletes and runners using various therapies and procedures, surgery when necessary, and custom fabricated orthotic devices. Fourth River Foot & Ankle Clinic features several advanced procedures and cutting-edge technologies such as Swift® wart treatment, Extracorporeal Shock Wave Therapy (ESWT) for heel pain, and skin substitute grafts for wound care. If you are experiencing a foot or ankle issue of any kind, please call or book your appointment online. We look forward to meeting you and helping you feel better.

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Toe pain is a frequent concern that can result from injury, pressure, or underlying toenail problems. The toenail is a complex structure made up of four key parts, including the nail plate, nail matrix, nail bed, and nail folds. Each of these components plays a role in nail growth and protection...

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The ankle is a complex joint that supports body weight and helps with movement. Ankle pain can affect people of all ages, and can make everyday activities more difficult. Pain can develop suddenly after an injury or gradually from a condition affecting the joint, tendons, or ligaments. Ligaments...

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1748 Jancey Street Suite A
Pittsburgh, PA
15206

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Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 12:30pm - 2pm
Friday 1pm - 4pm

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