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Podiatrist - Erie, Pennsylvania

DiFranco Family Foot Care, LLC

Welcome! Since 2006, Dr. Joseph M. DiFranco, DPM has been caring for the foot care needs of the Erie community.  He currently is the podiatric physician and foot surgeon at DiFranco Family Foot Care. Our doctor's experience in Podiatry is coupled with genuine concern for his patients. All of our staff are dedicated to your comfort and prompt attention as well. Our goal is to help you maintain healthy feet by providing effective and compassionate treatment for diabetic foot care, heel pain, ingrown toenails, bunions and many other foot conditions.

This website provides you with an overview of our practice and the field of podiatry. As you navigate the site, you'll find information about DiFranco Family Foot Care's practice philosophy, our physician, our office location, insurance policies, and appointment scheduling procedures. Please browse the site at your convenience and feel free to contact us with any questions. You can also request an appointment by clicking here.

You will find valuable information on the website about foot problems, diagnoses, and treatments. We believe informed patients are better prepared to make decisions about their health and well-being. We encourage you to review this information to help you understand any health concerns you or your family may face.


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Meet Your Doctor

  • Joseph M. DiFranco, DPM, FACFAS, CWS-P

    Dr. DiFranco is a native of Cleveland, Ohio. He relocated to Erie to join the Erie Physicians’ Network as a podiatric physician and surgeon in July of 2006.  He has practiced in Erie, PA since that time.  Dr. DiFranco calls Erie home and resides here with his wife and daughter. Dr. DiFranco welcomes you and your family to DiFranco Family Foot Care, LLC.

    Learn more about the doctor here.

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  • Joint Pain in the Foot

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  • Bone Healing

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  • Synovitis

    Synovitis is inflammation of the tissues that line a joint. It is commonly associated with specific diseases such as arthritis or gout, but may also be the result of overuse or trauma. Symptoms of synovitis may include redness, swelling, warmth, and pain with joint motion.Evaluation by a foot and ankle ...

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  • Intermetatarsal Neuroma

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  • Fractures of the Calcaneus (Heel Bone Fractures)

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  • Frostbite

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  • Brachymetatarsia

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  • Inflammation: Acute

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  • Wounds/Ulcers

    Ulcers, which are open sores in the skin, occur when the outer layers of the skin are injured and the deeper tissues become exposed. They can be caused by excess pressure due to ill-fitting shoes, long periods in bed, or after an injury that breaks the skin. Ulcers are commonly seen in patients who have ...

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Located in the West Ridge Commons

Just East of Colonial Ave at 3939 W Ridge Rd

Business Office Hours

Office is closed for lunch 12-1 pm

Monday:

7:30 am-4:30 pm

Tuesday:

7:30 am-4:30 pm

Wednesday:

7:30 am-4:30 pm

Thursday:

7:30 am-4:30 pm

Friday:

By appointment only

Saturday:

Closed

Sunday:

Closed