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Dr. Leonard Talarico, DPM

Dr. Leonard Talarico, DPM

Podiatric Surgery*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Leonard Talarico, DPM is a podiatric surgery specialist in Pooler, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities such as Effingham Health System and Saint Joseph's Hospital Savannah. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 32 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (32 reviews)

Practice

140 Traders Way Pooler, GA 31322

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Dr. Talarico's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Talarico

3.8
32 ratings, 27 with a written review
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This knowledgeable doctor and kind, courteous and caring staff walked a six month journey with me as I healed from an ankle injury. Encouraging and caring. I never hesitate to recommend this practice.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 25, 2025
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Most caring Doctor
Dr Talarico is the most caring doctor he spends time with you explains your condition, he's very thorough..he has helped me so much! His staff is outstanding too! I highly recommend him..
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Paula DeGennaro – Mar 25, 2025
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Painful Left Foot
I broke my foot in February of 2024 seen my first Doctor with no luck. Then I went to see Dr Talarico almost a year to the date I broke it. Dr Talarico recommended that he fix it with surgery so I did on November 14th 2024 he is a vey compassionate person listen to my concerns the surgery was a success. I hope to be back to my busy life and back to walking everyday within a year. He’s a great doctor and I highly recommend him if you have any foot issue.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Connie Boyter – Mar 15, 2025
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Best Dr. ever…..
Dr. Talarico and his staff, which includes Miss Vicki, who is by far an incredibly caring, responsive and is an asset to Dr. Talarico and his patients. Dr. Talarico has been one of my doctors for many many years. He makes sure that if he is needed, he makes sure you are seen in a pinch. He gives good advice, he fixes the problem you came to him for and he wears the best socks on the planet! It is worth stubbing your toe just to be able to see what socks he’ll have on talker day! He is very knowledgeable and professional but also very caring and understanding. If you need this type of doctor, he is the best there is.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Mar 13, 2025
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Very Impressed
From beginning to end, great experience. The receptionist was sweet and funny and Dr. Talarico was friendly and talkative the entire time. I’ve already recommended them to several people and will return if I have any other issues.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Tiffany – May 15, 2024
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Already have recommended him to several people!
From the first time I met Dr Talarico felt confident in his knowledge about Lapiplasty surgery, he was very informative but yet explained the procedure where I felt comfortable about upcoming surgery.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lynn Montgomery – Apr 23, 2024
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Foot and heel pain
I found Dr. Talarico very helpful in treating my plantar fasciitis. He was helpful in explaining about my condition and in giving me lots of information about how to make the condition better. I especially appreciate that he used a non evasive approach. Given the info and doing all that he suggested me do on my part, my plantar fasciitis is on the way to getting better . His staff was friendly and helpful and I definitely recommend Dr. Talarico for any foot and ankle issues .
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Merry Walden – Dec 02, 2023
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Fixed my foot pain!
Dr. Talarico is a very knowledgeable doctor. At my first appointment, he took a lot of time to explain my condition and helped me understand why I was experiencing pain. He showed me how to stretch and gave me recommendations on shoes to purchase. By the time my follow up appointment arrived, I had made a lot of improvement and my pain level was drastically reduced. He is easy to talk to and he is not in a rush during the appointment. The staff is very friendly, professional, and ready to answer any questions. Overall, I had a 5 star experience here!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Ann S. – Oct 19, 2023
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Best foot doctor in Pooler, GA
Mannerisms of the doctor and team, as well as, getting to the root of the cause of pain.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Eloise – Oct 17, 2023
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Great Team
Never needing a podiatrist previously, 1st time with foot pain requiring a physicians help. The team at The Foot and Ankle Center was great all around! Superior service, reasonable wait times and smiles from everyone!! Dr. Talarico did a thorough assessment and quickly and successfully corrected my issue!! Highly recommend him and his team!
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 22, 2023
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Best Foot Doctor
Having seen Dr. Talarico off and on for a few years, I had severe feet pain for months, my PCP sent me to another podiatrist who referred me to other specialists for unnecessary testing not to mention co pays. With absolutely no relief, i went to Dr. Talarico which i told him i should have done from the beginning, 1 visit, 1 shot pain went away! Always trust your instinct when it comes to your doctor. I will never stray away to another foot doctor again. Staff is awesome and never have to wait. Highly recommend
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Robin Screen – Sep 29, 2022
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I went to Dr. Talarico for a bad hammer toe. He did surgery to correct it seven weeks ago and I’m very pleased with the outcome. He explained the procedure and all of my questions before surgery and after. He and all of his staff have been very caring and attentive the whole time. This is not the first time I have used him. I will use him again and I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Bevely Cain – Jun 03, 2022
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Dr Talarico is great! Takes time to talk to you and answers all questions. My procedure went great, no pain. Staff is friendly and professional.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Steven Sweeney – Feb 14, 2022
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Dr. Talarico was very knowledgeable and personable. He showed me x-rays, looked at my inserts and discussed my foot problem. He told me exactly what was wrong. I have hyperextension of the foot. I am now using the correct inserts and am able to walk. I limped in to his practice thinking I would be cripple because of a previous doctors diagnosis. Thank you Dr. Talarico!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Satisfied Patient – Mar 12, 2021
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My Husband and i had excellent care under Dr.Talarico.He is very thorough.i was impressed with his Nurse Amy.Dr Talarico is compassionate and understanding
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 17, 2020
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I went in to have a toe splinter removed. Dr. assured me he got it all out. This was important to me as I was retiring the next day and moving out of state. Splinter is still there. Dr. now claims he did me a favor and I should have gone to the hospital. Give me a break! This Dr is incompetent and I strongly recommend looking for another Podiatrist.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Jan 16, 2020
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Prescribed incorrect brace and created new pain issues.returned brace to office. Would not refund 315.00 co-pay.Staff or Dr.Never returned any of my messages regarding refund. Just ignore my messages.Good Luck patients.You'll need it.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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g Guyton Ga – Aug 29, 2019
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This man ruined my life he did surgery on me and 3 years later I am still suffering from what went wrong . Front office is never nice one lady in the back was very sweet
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
  • Long wait times
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Pooler, GA – Jun 01, 2019
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He has operated on both of my feet in separate surgeries. My recovery periods were short and both went well. Dr. T was very meticulous in his approach to treat my painful problems. I was extremely impressed and grateful for his respect and attention I received as a patient. He even called to check on me after each surgery. I have highly recommended Dr. T to friends and family. He is a doctor you would want to take care of those people you care about. Ron Bogie Walker
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Apr 04, 2019
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I love Dr. Talarico and highly recommend him to anyone needing a skilled and knowledgeable surgeon. He repaired my ruptured Achilles Tendon. It’s only been four weeks and I am walking again! THANKYOU Dr. Talarico?? I am living “my good life” again!??
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Vickie Noles in Rincon , GA – Sep 11, 2018
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Dr. Leonard Talarico, DPM is a podiatric surgery specialist in Pooler, GA and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine in 1999. He is affiliated with medical facilities...read more
  • Podiatric Surgery

  • Podiatry

  • Podiatry Sports Medicine

  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Sheehan Hospital

    Residency Hospital
  • Rochester Institute Of Technology

    Undergraduate School
  • Dellon Institute For Peripheral Nerve Surgery

    2006
  • Temple University School Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 1999

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    Locations

    Practice

    Ceps-Pooler140 Traders Way Pooler, GA 31322
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    Practice

    The Whole Tooth1000 Towne Center Blvd Ste 505 Pooler, GA 31322
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    Effingham Health System459 GA Highway 119 S Springfield, GA 31329
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