Podiatrist in Phoenix Provides New Patient Resources

Dr. Michael Dershowitz, podiatrist in Phoenix, AZ, is happy to offer new patient forms online along with other helpful resources.

2013-05-09

PHOENIX, AZ, May 09, 2013 (Press-News.org) At Southwest Foot Institute, Dr. Michael Dershowitz, podiatrist in Phoenix, AZ, is offering helpful resources for new patients on his practice's comprehensive website. New patients are now able to download, print and fill out the necessary forms prior to their first visit with Dr. Dershowitz, podiatrist in Phoenix.

"We are glad that we can provide this convenience for our new patients. Instead of using the appointment time to fill out all of the necessary paperwork, patients can spend the time with me for a more efficient appointment. I hope new patients take advantage of this convenience in the future," said Dr. Michael Dershowitz, Phoenix podiatrist.

The new patient forms are found on Dr. Dershowitz's website under the "new patients" tab. One there, patients can not only print out new patient forms, but also find other useful information such as turn by turn directions provided by Google Maps. New patients can also read about what to expect on their first visit. While on the website, patients are encouraged to browse for more information on Dr. Dershowitz, his staff or the services offered such as heel pain in Phoenix.

To schedule an appointment with Dr. Dershowitz for bunions in Phoenix or another podiatric service, patients can either call (602) 340-8686 or use the online appointment request form. To do this, patients simply have to enter in the date, time and a few sentences detailing the nature of their appointment into the online form. Shortly after this, the practice's scheduling coordinator will follow up with a confirmation of the appointment.

For more information on Dr. Michael Dershowitz, his team of podiatric professionals and the services offered, patients can visit the practice's website at http://www.southwestfootinstitute.com.

About Michael H.Dershowitz, DPM, D.A.B.P.S., F.A.C.F.A.S.: Dr. Michael H Dershowitz, DPM, D.A.B.P.S., F.A.C.F.A.S., podiatrist in Phoenix, AZ, has been providing excellent care in Phoenix since 1979. He is a graduate of the Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine and has completed an intensive year of foot surgery training at the Community Hospital of Phoenix. In addition, Dr. Dershowitz has specialized training in neuropathy in Phoenix from A. Lee Dellon, M.D., a professor of Neurosurgery and Plastic Surgery at Johns Hopkins Medical School in Baltimore, Maryland. Here, Dr. Dershowitz learned nerve decompression surgical techniques to aid in the restoration of sensation and elimination of neuropathic pain in both diabetics and non-diabetic patients. Dr. Dershowitz is Board Certified in Foot and Ankle Surgery and is a Diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery since 1987 and is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He is also a member of the American and Arizona Podiatric Medical Associations. He is a former Vice-President of the Arizona Podiatric Medical Association and a member of its Ethics Committee.

Media Contact:
Dr. Michael H. Dershowitz
admin@swfoot.net
1300 N 12th Street, Suite 518
Phoenix, AZ 85006
(602) 340-8686
http://www.southwestfootinstitute.com

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