About Me
Dr. Richard Teter is a podiatrist who practices at Mount Sinai Doctors - Brooklyn Heights, with special interests in Sports Medicine and Biomechanics. Dr. Teter grew up in Ohio and graduated from college with a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering and a Minor in Bioengineering. He received his postgraduate education from Temple University, where he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree. Following this, he completed a comprehensive three-year residency at Lenox Hill Hospital (New York, NY), with an added credential in reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery.
Throughout his career, Dr. Teter has had the privilege of treating a diverse range of patients, including professional athletes, Broadway performers, and professional ballet dancers. His expertise encompasses various procedures and surgeries of the foot and ankle.
An avid runner himself, Dr. Teter has participated in numerous races of all distances, including marathons, and continues to train on a regular basis. He holds a running coach certification from the Road Runners Club of America and remains committed to ongoing education to provide the best care for his patients. Additionally, he volunteers in the medical tent at various races, including the New York City Marathon.
Apart from his professional commitments, Dr. Teter is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys road biking, hiking, and backpacking trips. He is dedicated to keeping his patients on their feet so they can continue to do what they enjoy and love.
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Hospital Affiliations
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
About Me
Dr. Richard Teter is a podiatrist who practices at Mount Sinai Doctors - Brooklyn Heights, with special interests in Sports Medicine and Biomechanics. Dr. Teter grew up in Ohio and graduated from college with a Bachelor of Chemical Engineering and a Minor in Bioengineering. He received his postgraduate education from Temple University, where he earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree. Following this, he completed a comprehensive three-year residency at Lenox Hill Hospital (New York, NY), with an added credential in reconstructive rearfoot/ankle surgery.
Throughout his career, Dr. Teter has had the privilege of treating a diverse range of patients, including professional athletes, Broadway performers, and professional ballet dancers. His expertise encompasses various procedures and surgeries of the foot and ankle.
An avid runner himself, Dr. Teter has participated in numerous races of all distances, including marathons, and continues to train on a regular basis. He holds a running coach certification from the Road Runners Club of America and remains committed to ongoing education to provide the best care for his patients. Additionally, he volunteers in the medical tent at various races, including the New York City Marathon.
Apart from his professional commitments, Dr. Teter is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys road biking, hiking, and backpacking trips. He is dedicated to keeping his patients on their feet so they can continue to do what they enjoy and love.
Language
Position
Hospital Affiliations
- Mount Sinai Beth Israel
- The Mount Sinai Hospital
Clinical Focus
- Amputation Of The Foot Or Toe
- Ankle Sprain
- Arthroscopy
- Athlete's Foot
- Biopsy
- Bunion
- Bunion Removal
- Corns / Calluses
- Debridement Of A Wound, Infection, Or Burn
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Education
DPM, Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine
Residency, Podiatry
Lenox Hill Hospital
Certifications
American Board of Podiatric Medicine
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- Mount Sinai Doctors-Brooklyn Heights300 Cadman Plaza West, 17th Floor, Brooklyn, NY, 11201
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Industry Relationships
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Below are financial relationships with industry reported by Dr. Teter during 2024 and/or 2025. Please note that this information may differ from information posted on corporate sites due to timing or classification differences.
Outside Employment
- Medserv
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Physicians and scientists on the faculty of the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai often interact with pharmaceutical, device, biotechnology companies, and other outside entities to improve patient care, develop new therapies and achieve scientific breakthroughs. In order to promote an ethical and transparent environment for conducting research, providing clinical care and teaching, Mount Sinai requires that salaried faculty inform the School of their outside financial relationships.
Below are financial relationships with industry reported by Dr. Teter during 2024 and/or 2025. Please note that this information may differ from information posted on corporate sites due to timing or classification differences.
Outside Employment
- Medserv
Mount Sinai's faculty policies relating to faculty collaboration with industry are posted on our website. Patients may wish to ask their physician about the activities they perform for companies.