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Dr. Paul Lafata, DPM

Dr. Paul Lafata, DPM

Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery*

Dr. Paul Lafata, DPM is a podiatric foot & ankle surgery specialist in Reading, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Reading Hospital and Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

5 Star Rating
Based on 15 reviews 5 Star Rating (15 reviews)

Practice

25 Stevens Ave Reading, PA 19609
Telehealth available

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Dr. Lafata's Reviews

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experienced and nice
A neighbor told me to go here for foot issues. Glad that I did because I fixed my hammertoes and still go see the doctor for other things also.
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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M.L. – Aug 20, 2023
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cyst on foot, easy procedure
I had a cyst on the bottom of my foot that needed to be taken off. I went to a surgical center where the procedure was pretty easy. I had no issues with this procedure and I can barley tell that I had anything done to the bottom of my foot.
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
3 others found this helpful
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Jul 28, 2023
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diabetic, ulcer and hammertoe a tripple threat
Around 2020 or 21 I had a surgery on my right foot, I am diabetic and there was a concern with a ulcer on my foot. So far so good the ulcer is away and I still go back every few months to stay on top of my foot 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
3 others found this helpful
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L, B, R. – Jul 24, 2023
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Toe issues
Hi, I am here to say that I have happy feet and toes. I had lots of pain and was sent to the PT person to help be get some of that sorted out. will be back again if I have 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
3 others found this helpful
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Julia Miniazev – Jul 12, 2023
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over lapped toes
In Feb of 2021 I was seen for overlapping toes. I was scared for surgery. and I had the surgery and it turned out to be a good decision. I only needed pain medication for one day and it healed in a month. That was actually 4 years ago. Everything has been good since then. I like the doctor and his office and staff.
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
3 others found this helpful
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June T. – Jul 12, 2023
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I chose Dr. LaFata to correct a bunion. He was the only Dr. nearest to me that did the minimally invasive technique which offers less pain less scaring. Im doing so well just 4 days later. Stopped needing pain pills. All around more than satisfied! Thank you!!
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
12 others found this helpful
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Donna Digilio – Oct 05, 2020
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Nice experience all around. Had several followups until my foot condition resolved itself.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
10 others found this helpful
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franklin – Jul 25, 2019
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Nice doctor. Helped with my foot pain from my bunion problem.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
9 others found this helpful
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Apr 20, 2019
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Explained reasons for my current foot pain and what I could do to help. I tried an injection and it did work, as long as I kept doing streches and icing.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Apr 01, 2019
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Nice dr and staff. Staff are busy because it is a small office but not a long wait time and the doctor called me back on the weekend. I appreciate that!!
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Mar 14, 2019
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Dr. Paul Lafata, DPM is a podiatric foot & ankle surgery specialist in Reading, PA. He is affiliated with medical facilities Reading Hospital and Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

  • Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgery

  • Podiatry

  • Podiatric Surgery

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Dr. Lafata is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    West Lawn Podiatry Associates PC25 Stevens Ave Reading, PA 19609
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    Practice

    Penn State Health St. Joseph2500 Bernville Rd Reading, PA 19605
    2
    Office2603 Keiser Blvd Reading, PA 19610
    3

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center

      2500 Bernville Rd
      Reading, PA 19605
      Recipient of 5
      hospital awards

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2023)

      Top 5% in the nation for consistently delivering clinical quality

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      87%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      3% higher than the national average

      75%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
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    • Reading Hospital

      420 S 5th Ave
      Reading, PA 19611
      Recipient of 26
      hospital awards

      America's 100 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      America's 250 Best Hospitals Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top 1% in the nation for providing the highest clinical quality year over year

      View all awards

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      86%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      2% higher than the national average

      74%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      1% lower than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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