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Vale Foot And
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Foot and ankle specialists
serving Connecticut

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Welcome to Vale Foot
and Ankle Surgery

At Vale Foot & Ankle Surgery, our mission is to treat every patient, from children to adults, like family and to deliver the highest possible level of service to those with foot and ankle concerns throughout Connecticut. Our board certified podiatrists are highly specialized in their area of expertise with extensive knowledge in conservative and surgical interventions. Our providers are committed to exhausting all conservative measures prior to exploring surgical options. In addition to our providers, our entire staff are dedicated to providing compassionate care and personalized attention to each patient. Here’s where you can find our new patient paperwork. Click here to view and download the New Patient form.

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Conditions We Treat

Bunions

Bunions

A bunion is a bony bump that forms at the base of the big toe. It develops when the bones in the front of the foot shift out of place, causing the big toe to angle inward toward the second toe. Over time, this misalignment pushes the joint outward, creating a visible and often painful bump on the side of the foot.
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Arthritis

Arthritis

Arthritis in the feet and ankles develops when inflammation and cartilage loss affect the many joints that support movement. This can lead to pain, stiffness, and swelling that interfere with daily life. Our approach focuses on accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment to restore comfort and mobility.
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Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar Fasciitis

Plantar fasciitis is a leading cause of heel pain, caused by inflammation or strain of the plantar fascia, the band of tissue supporting your arch. It often begins with sharp heel pain during your first steps in the morning or after rest, making everyday movement uncomfortable.
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Foot Corns

Foot Corns

Foot corns develop from repeated friction or pressure, creating thickened areas of skin that can become painful over time. Often forming on toes or pressure points, they may make walking uncomfortable. Treatment focuses on easing discomfort and addressing the source of irritation.
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Neuroma

Neuroma

A neuroma is a painful thickening of nerve tissue in the foot, often caused by irritation or pressure. The most common type, Morton’s neuroma, affects the nerve between the third and fourth toes. Though not cancerous, the inflamed nerve can cause burning, tingling, or sharp pain if untreated.
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Forefoot Pain

Forefoot Pain

Forefoot pain refers to discomfort in the ball of the foot, the area just behind the toes. With many bones, joints, tendons, and nerves at work, irritation or strain in these structures can lead to pain that makes walking, standing, or wearing shoes difficult.
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Hammertoes

Hammertoes

A hammertoe is a deformity where a smaller toe bends at the middle joint, creating a hammer-like appearance. Early on, hammertoes may be flexible, but over time the joint stiffens and the toe cannot lie flat. Without treatment, they often become painful and limit comfort in shoes.
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Achilles Tendonitis

Achilles Tendonitis

Achilles tendonitis is inflammation of the tendon connecting the calf muscles to the heel. Often linked to overuse or sudden activity increases, it causes swelling and pain with movement. Proper care focuses on easing pain, restoring mobility, and protecting the tendon from further damage.
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Minimally Invasive Surgery

In minimally invasive procedures, surgeons use a variety of techniques to operate with less damage to the body than with open surgery. Minimally invasive foot and ankle procedures may be employed for some bunions, arthritis of the foot and ankle joints, ligament injuries, tendon injuries, bone bruises, broken bones, and many more.

In general, minimally invasive surgery is associated with less pain, a shorter hospital stay and fewer complications.

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Who We Are

Dr. Khoa D. Nguyen
Dr. Khoa D. Nguyen
Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Dr. Khoa Nguyen grew up in Vietnam and moved to the United States at the age of twelve. Dr.Nguyen has lived in…

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Dr. Chelsea Viola
Dr. Chelsea Viola
Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Dr. Chelsea Viola grew up in Glastonbury, Connecticut and is a graduate of Glastonbury High School. She then a…

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Dr. Chelsea Viola
Dr. Brittany Hervey
Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Dr. Brittany L. Hervey is an Ivy league trained foot and ankle surgeon who was born and raised in Bethpage, New York. She …

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Dr. Kimberly Inocco
Dr. Kimberly Inocco
Podiatrist/Foot & Ankle Surgeon

Dr. Kimberly Inocco is a board-certified podiatric physician and Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine…

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Testimonial

The doctors at Vale Foot and Ankle Surgery are amazing. They explained everything clearly and made me feel comfortable throughout my treatment.
– Maria Lopez
– Maria Lopez
I had been struggling with chronic foot pain for years. After my procedure here, I can finally walk without discomfort. The care and professionalism were exceptional.
– James Carter
– James Carter
From the first consultation to my recovery, the staff was kind, supportive, and thorough. I highly recommend Vale Foot and Ankle Surgery to anyone needing expert care.
– Emily Johnson
– Emily Johnson
Scheduling was easy, and the team was very accommodating. I appreciate the attention to detail and the focus on patient comfort. Truly outstanding service.
– Michael Thompson
– Michael Thompson

Dr. Khoa D. Nguyen

PODIATRIST/FOOT & ANKLE SURGEON

Oxford and Newtown Offices

Dr. Khoa Nguyen grew up in Vietnam and moved to the United States at the age of twelve. Dr.Nguyen has lived in a variety of states, including California, Washington, Alabama, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Florida, and finally Connecticut. After graduating from The University of Alabama at Birmingham with Honors in 2010, he spent the next four years in medical school at Temple University in Philidelphia and graduated at the top of his class in 2014. Dr. Nguyen then completed his surgical residency training with the Atlantic Health System in Morristown Medical Center, a Trauma 2, where he successfully completed over 2000 surgical procedures in traumatic lower extremity fractures and complex reconstructive limb deformity cases. Dr. Nguyen relocated from New Jersey to Florida to pursue an opportunity to contribute and advance the growing need of lower extremity trauma services in Lee County. After two years in Florida, Dr. Nguyen followed his now wife, Dr. Viola, back to the northeast to settle in Connecticut. During his spare time, he enjoys Alabama football, NFL football, tennis and golf.

Diplomat, American Board of Podiatric Medicine
Board Certified, Foot Surgery
Board Certified, Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery
Certified in Total Ankle Replacement – Integra Cadence
Certified in Minimally Invasive Ankle Arthroscopic Surgery
Limb Deformity Correction with external fixation
Cosmetic correction of bunions and hammertoes
Minimally Invasive Treatments with Stem Cell Therapy and Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy

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Dr. Chelsea Viola

PODIATRIST/FOOT & ANKLE SURGEON

Oxford and Newtown Offices

Dr. Chelsea Viola grew up in Glastonbury, Connecticut and is a graduate of Glastonbury High School. She then attended The University of Maryland at College Park and where she was awarded the Howard Hughes Medical Institute Undergraduate Research Fellowship and graduated with Honors in Biology in 2010. After four years in New York City attending the New York College of Podiatric Medicine, where she graduated in the top of her class, Dr. Viola then completed her surgical residency training with the Atlantic Health System at Morristown Medical Center, a Trauma 2, where she successfully completed over 2000 surgical procedures in various lower extremity procedures, including complex reconstructive limb deformity and trauma cases. Dr. Viola then relocated from New Jersey to Florida to pursue an opportunity to contribute and advance the growing need for lower extremity trauma services in Lee County. After two years, she decided to return home to Connecticut to be closer to family and use her growing knowledge to assist the Southern New England community. Dr. Nguyen and Dr. Viola held a COVID-19 safe wedding ceremony in October of 2020. During her spare time, she enjoys indoor and outdoor cycling, swimming, NFL Football, science fiction, and all things Halloween.

Diplomat, American Board of Podiatric Medicine
Board Qualified, Foot Surgery
Board Qualified, Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery
Certified in Total Ankle Replacement – Integra Cadence
Certified in Minimally Invasive Ankle Arthroscopic Surgery
Limb Deformity Correction with External Fixation
Cosmetic Correction of Bunions and Hammertoes
Minimally Invasive Treatments with Stem Cell Therapy and Platelet-Rich Plasma Therapy
KeryFlex Cosmetic Nail Restoration

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Dr. Brittany Hervey

PODIATRIST/FOOT & ANKLE SURGEON

Shelton Office

Dr. Brittany L. Hervey is an Ivy league trained foot and ankle surgeon who was born and raised in Bethpage, New York. She received her undergraduate degree in biology at Seton Hall University, where she graduated magna cum laude. As an undergraduate, she was a decorated NCAA Division 1 student-athlete in one and three meter springboard diving. Dr. Hervey then went on to receive her doctorate degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine in 2018, where she graduated in the top five percent of her class with honors. As a podiatric medical student she received the JT Tai Scholarship for academic excellence and was inducted into the Pi Delta national podiatric honor society.

After earning her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree, she went on to complete a three year podiatric medical and surgical residency at Yale New Haven Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut. She received exceptional training in diabetic limb salvage, complex lower extremity deformity correction and foot and ankle trauma at a nationally ranked level one trauma center. Dr. Hervey is a member of the Yale Surgical Society. She is a dedicated practitioner who is committed to providing high-quality medical and surgical care to the community. In her spare time she enjoys attending concerts and sporting events, travelling and spending time with her family and friends.

Diplomat, American Board of Podiatric Medicine
Board Qualified, Foot Surgery
Board Qualified, Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery

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Dr. Kimberly Inocco

PODIATRIST/FOOT & ANKLE SURGEON

Glastonbury Office

Dr. Kimberly Inocco is a board-certified podiatric physician and Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. She is also a board-qualified foot and ankle reconstructive surgeon. After growing up in Huntington, New York she attended the University of Delaware and obtained a degree in Biological Sciences, graduating Magna Cum Laude. Dr. Inocco then spent four years in New York City attending the New York College of Podiatric Medicine where she received her doctorate. She was inducted into Pi Delta National Podiatry Honor Society upon graduation, demonstrating high standards of intellectual and scholarly accomplishments. Dr. Inocco’s academic background is the basis of her patient care where she strives to provide up-to-date treatments and evidence-based medicine.

Dr. Inocco completed an intensive 3-year surgical residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, a Level-1 Trauma Center in Neptune, New Jersey. Her strong work ethic granted her the honor of graduating as Chief Resident. Her training included pediatric and adult foot and ankle trauma, elective forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle reconstructive surgery, arthroscopy, minimally-invasive bunion surgery, as well as diabetic limb salvage through the hospital’s distinguished wound care center.

Dr. Inocco brings an energetic, friendly approach to her patient care. During her free time, she enjoys traveling, hiking, boating, trying new restaurants and cuisines, visiting her family and friends, and going to the beach. She is excited to serve the community and bring her talents and expertise to the offices of Vale Foot and Ankle Surgery!

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