Welcome to Dr. Elisa Kavanagh & Associates
We’re here to make you and your feet feel better.
Our office is dedicated to the belief that the best way to treat a patient is for the doctor and patient to be a team. It’s an approach that Dr. Elisa Kavanagh has been practicing for over two decades, beginning with her 13 years in private practice on Central Park West where she specialized in treating dancers, professional athletes, and Broadway performers.
In 2014 Dr. Kavanagh opened her own office in Scarsdale, NY. It earned such a devoted following she was able to expand into larger space in Harrison in 2021, and bring on an associate, Dr. Michelle Kaufman, with whom she worked closely at Mount Sinai. Together they offer a comprehensive range of podiatric services for their adult and pediatric patients of Westchester and many surrounding areas, including Connecticut and New Jersey.
“I truly love my job and helping my patients get back on their feet. My mission is to provide the best possible care and to make my patients feel better immediately. I combine deep expertise with a gentle, caring approach.”
– Dr. Elisa Kavanagh
Dr. Elisa Kavanagh has been providing expert podiatric care to patients in the New York City area since 2000. She now brings her podiatry expertise and personalized care to her private practice in Harrison, New York.
Before opening her own practice in 2014, Dr. Kavanagh spent 13 years in the office of Dr. Louis S. Galli, on Central Park West in Manhattan. As a private practitioner in New York City for over a decade, Dr. Kavanagh's passion for podiatric medicine has served a variety of patients. She has been the official Foot and Ankle Specialist for the Radio City Rockettes since 2002 and has treated many performers from the NYC Ballet and Broadway shows.
Dr. Kavanagh has been a staff member at The Mount Sinai Medical Center since 2002, and is a clinical professor of orthopedics at the Mount Sinai Medical School Residency Program, where she has been actively involved in training residents, including Dr. Michelle Kaufman.
Dr. Kavanagh completed three years of advanced reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at one of the top podiatric residencies in the nation, The Graduate Hospital in Philadelphia, where she was chief resident. She is a graduate of the Temple School of Podiatric Medicine and received her undergraduate degree from the University of Rhode Island.
Dr. Kavanagh is board certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and a Diplomate of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. She has given many lectures and is a published author. Her expertise has been featured in many magazines including Real Simple Magazine, More, SELF, Glamour and Dance Magazine.
When not seeing patients Dr. Kavanagh can be found on the sidelines at her son's sporting events, traveling with her family, and visiting her son and daughter at college in New Orleans.
“I am passionate about getting my patients back to their busy lives as quickly and safely as possible. I believe in partnering with my patients and providing compassionate care to help them reach their treatment goals.”
– Dr. Michelle Kaufman
Dr. Kaufman is a board certified podiatrist who provides patient-centered, sophisticated, foot and ankle care. She is a highly skilled foot and ankle surgeon with expertise in all areas of podiatric medicine, with an emphasis on sports and dance medicine for adults as well as pediatric care.
Dr. Kaufman completed a dual degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai where she received her Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine and Masters of Public health magna cum laude. She graduated cum laude from Binghamton University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry.
Dr. Kaufman completed four years of residency beginning at Yale-New Haven Hospital and then continued at Mount Sinai Beth Israel, serving as chief resident in her last year of training. During her residency, Dr. Kaufman gained extensive experience in reconstructive surgery of the foot and ankle, lower extremity trauma, and diabetic limb salvage.
Dr. Kaufman volunteers her skills with an underserved community through Mount Sinai Hospital, while educating medical students and residents. In addition, she volunteers at sporting events including the medical tent of the New York City Marathon.
Dr. Kaufman has also published numerous innovative articles in highly regarded medical literature journals, including Podiatry Today, British Medical Journal, and The Foot.
Dr. Kaufman is a Diplomate with the American Board of Podiatric Medicine and an Associate with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. She is an active member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the New York State Podiatric Medical Association.
Her hobbies include spending time with her Miniature Australian Shepherd Truffles, cycling, and yoga.
Our office in Westchester County
We’re located in Harrison, NY, with easy access to I-95 and the Hutchinson River Parkway. Our office space is a comfortable setting for all your foot and ankle care needs. We are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, including an in-house digital X-ray and MLS laser therapy.
We provide surgery when needed at the Surgical Specialty Center of Westchester, conveniently located one floor below us, or at Mount Sinai Hospital in Manhattan.
Each member of our professional staff is trained to provide the most attentive care and thorough follow-up.