Is a Toenail Trauma an Emergency?
You’ve hurt your toenail. Is this an emergency? Read for the information you need to decide on the right next steps for your care and treatment after a toenail trauma.
Board-certified podiatrist Leonard Greenwald, DPM, has been treating patients in San Jose, California, for over 40 years. He provides comprehensive foot care for the entire family, specializing in foot and ankle surgery and treatment for corns, calluses, bunions, hammertoes, ankle sprains, and more.
Dr. Greenwald completed his Bachelor of Science in biological sciences at The Ohio State University in Columbus, Ohio. He then earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Jose, California.
Dr. Greenwald has been the Chief of Podiatry at Regional Medical Center Wound Care Clinic in San Jose, California, since 2008. He is a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery, as well as a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the California Podiatric Medical Association.
In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Greenwald has served as a consultant to the California Board of Podiatric Medicine and Blue Cross Blue Shield. In his spare time, he enjoys photography and collecting model trains.
You’ve hurt your toenail. Is this an emergency? Read for the information you need to decide on the right next steps for your care and treatment after a toenail trauma.
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"I had a good experience for my consultation and exam with Dr. Greenwald."
"Dr. Greenwald was absolutely amazing. I visited him for a severe foot contusion."
"Dr. Greenwald was great. I found him to be very approachable and thorough in explaining my procedure."