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By Russell Cournoyer, DPM Reliant Medical Group Podiatry We all know that public showers, locker rooms and swimming pools can be breeding...
“It’s great when you can bring immediate help to people.”
When Dr. Russell Cournoyer was a student in college he had a problem with his foot that led him to a podiatrist for treatment. That same visit also led him to eventually choose podiatry as a career. “There’s no doubt that visit sparked my interest in becoming a podiatrist. I just thought it was a very interesting profession on a number of different levels,” he explains.
Dr. Cournoyer believes in evaluating and treating a patient’s problem as quickly as possible so they can get back to doing the activities they enjoy. “Any problems with the feet can really affect people’s lifestyles. Those who like to play sports, jog or just go for a walk have real difficulty when they are experiencing pain. As podiatrists we do our best to get people back on their feet and enjoying the things they love.”
Many of Dr. Cournoyer’s patients suffer from the affects of diabetes. As a result, he has become an expert in diabetic foot care and dealing with diabetic wounds. “Unfortunately, diabetes can have a very detrimental affect on the feet including decreased sensation and also peripheral vascular disease. For our diabetic foot patients at Reliant Medical Group, we utilize a team approach involving our podiatrists, infectious disease specialists, diabetic educators, nurses, vascular surgeons and the patient’s primary care physician to deal with this problem. Working together, we can make a positive impact for these patients.”
A podiatrist for over 20 years, Dr. Cournoyer has seen many people walk in the door with foot pain and then be able to leave feeling much better. “It’s great when you can bring immediate help to people. Sometimes we have to treat people over the long term, but in any case it’s great to see people smile and get back to their old self again. It really makes the job worthwhile.”
Dr. Cournoyer has great respect for the people he works with everyday at Reliant Medical Group. “We have a great group here in Podiatry, from our nurses and staff to each of our physicians. We are also lucky to work with so many other Reliant Medical Group specialists in handling patient problems. It really makes a difference when you can depend on great people everyday.”
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This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
I received a welcoming experience throughout.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very good!
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
No medication needs.
This patient rated the doctor 3.5 out of 5 stars.
He treated large toe when there, dirt under nail , put on mercurochrome ( left knowing whether I should continue doing that , have a Callus on another toe , it bothers me( hurts) Am I supposed to treat it in any way? After nails are cut, shouldn't they be filed, sanded so they don't have sharp edges that dig into an adjacent toe ( skin)
This patient rated the doctor 3.2 out of 5 stars.
Sometimes this doctor says things like he doesn't like having to deal with my foot issue. I am not sure if he is joking or how to respond. He has also complained about other patients to me.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
From the first visit to the last Dr.Cournoyer explained everything in clear caring manner. He made sure that I was ok with the entire process and addressed all my concerns. When it was time for me to have my surgery Dr. Cournoyer explained everything that was going to happen. I was cared for very well. Dr. Cournoyer is personable, friendly and good Doctor. I cant say enough good things about him. I really appreciate the care I have received and highly recommend him to anyone in need of a Podiatrist. Thank you so much!
This patient rated the doctor 3 out of 5 stars.
It was okay
This patient rated the doctor 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Promprt attention by all.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Excellent
This patient rated the doctor 3.67 out of 5 stars.
I'm an adult 91 years old cutting toenails that are very hard & brittle. Needed help did a reasonable job, had to try to file some.
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Everything was fine. NO problems
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
My visits with Dr. Cournoyer are routine, with not much new
This patient rated the doctor 5 out of 5 stars.
Very good
Podiatry
Surgical Services & Podiatry Care
American Board of Podiatric Surgery
American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics & Primary Podiatric Medicine
Pennsylvania College of Podiatric Medicine, Medical Education
Baptist Medical Center of New York, Residency
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By Russell Cournoyer, DPM Reliant Medical Group Podiatry We all know that public showers, locker rooms and swimming pools can be breeding...
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