Eugene E Spector, DPM MS

I went to Dr Spector many years ago because my primary physician referred me there but I did not have good experiences there and ended up going to Dr. O’Brien until he retired last year. Dr. O’Brien spent the time to explain my options and give and get the information necessary to prevent future problems. I went to Dr. Spector for an ingrown toenail and without explaining my options are asking if I want to, he just cut my nail to the root and the nerve so it wouldn’t grow back without trying less invasive options. I told my primary physician to not refer any more patients there but unfortunately, I still see patients come out to the reception area requesting referrals to Dr. Spector from my primary physician.

If your feet hurt, see Dr. Spector!!! I had bad pain on my heel for over a week & couldn’t walk. Saw Dr. Spector, he knew what it was right away, took a few X-​rays & wrapped my feet. Returned in a week & was fitted for orthotics. My feet are very happy. The front desk & his assistant was also very helpful.

Dr. Spector is the best. I had horribly painful bunions and also needed my accessory navicular removed and the tendon re-​attached. He did both surgeries on both feet, the right foot first and the left foot three months later. I followed his recovery instructions exactly, and I am so happy to say that what I thought would be a 6 – 9 month process, is actually much shorter. I am one week away from getting my boot off, and it’s only been five months. I cannot get over how well my feet have recovered from the surgery. My experience has been awesome, not just with Dr. Spector, but with his office staff who were so helpful and caring throughout this whole process, and the surgical staff as well. I feel very lucky to have found him, and am so excited about my new feet!

Dr Spector is one great podiatrist! I was born with ugly problematic feet. Yes, I will admit it. But Dr Spector really helped to change this! He has performed one foot surgery and several other procedures on my toes and each time I have come to see him he has helped me. I have pretty feet now and the pain in feet is virtually gone. I still have a few problems now and again but nothing that he hasn’t been able to fix. He is very skilled and I am happy with care that I get in his office.
His receptionists are very sweet and caring ladies. I really like going into their office.
As a side, I enjoy his witty sense of humor, his bowties, and the showtunes playing in background, it makes for an enjoyable and relaxed environment. Thanks Dr Spector!

Be aware!!! He does a good job and is knowledgeable.
Front desk ladies are nice, if you are not around the area, the moment they need to do something a little out of the normality… Good Luck!
Had a huge issue — They were supposed to mail (Via UPS) my insoles overseas as I had left the country shortly after my last appt. Gave address and everything. They knew I was away however with access to email and international phone. Never received the insoles for my broken ankle, sent my account to collection agency and made a huge mess on my credit history. Came back (5 months after I left) to find all this out… Great experience. NOT

I have been dealing with my foot problems for 10 years now. I have been to 4 podiatrists in person, and consulted with 2 on the phone that reviewed my xrays and records. I have also seen orthopaedic surgeons, neurologists, and pain doctors all of these years. Not one of these doctors has been able to help me get better. I was told that I have a chronic pain condition that I am going to have to learn to live with for the rest of my life. That there was no cure for me. I have been suffering all of this time and it has only progressively gotten worse over the years to the point that I could barely walk. I am only 45yo. I am a nurse and disabled. 6 months ago I started with a new osteopath doctor who referred me to Dr Spector. It was very clear to me in one visit that he was very confident and competent. I had many many questions which he took time to explain and answer. He did a much needed surgery on both feet and I walked out same day. 24 hours after surger my pain relief was 75% less pain then I had endured for 10 years!!! It has been 19 days since my surgery on both feet and I am walking in tennis shoes today without any problems. He is a fantatastic surgeon with excellent bed side manner, great sense of humor, listens to his patients needs, great staff, great nurses, and high infection control standards. It would be a shame for anyone to miss out on his skills as a podiatrist and surgeon. He comes highly recommended by me.

I wouldn’t go back there for anything. He was OK but his procedures and cleanliness
were atrocious. He sanded down a place in my foot and the sanded skin went into a pile of everyone else’s sanded skin. When he was finished, he threw the tool back into the drawer where it came from. Ok it’s just you feet but I think the tools should be cleaned after each use and the sanded skin should not pile up on the floor.
I’m just sayin’. ..

I am a physician, and was referred to Dr. Spector by a retired Orthopedic Surgeon. He has operated on both of my feet (for bunions), and I have had wonderful results! I can’t say enough positive about him. Needless to say, when I went in for my first operation (over a year ago) at the Presidio Surgery Center, the anesthesiologist told me SHE goes to him, and that he has operated on the feet of other staff members.
He is direct and to the point — he’s an ex-​East Coaster (like me). If you want someone to hold your hand and coddle you, then go to a therapist. If you want a no-​nonsense, EXCELLENT foot doctor who knows what he is doing, go to Dr. Spector! (His office staff is also very friendly and helpful, I might add.)

Terrible! Such a rip off, he charged my insurance company $ 400 for a ten minute appointment where he wrapped up my foot in athletic tape. Ridiculous.

I won’t give him any start if I could. My primary dr. referred me to dr. Spector. He diagnosed me with plantar fasciitis, he sent an order for orthotics without measuring first the muscle functionality of lower limbs and other test. The orthotics were hard plastic. I went with plantar fasciitis in one foot and thanks to his orthotics I got it later in the other foot. He got mad at me because I came back and said the orthotics did not work.
I had a hard time getting from him a work modification letter, no signature included.
He has horrible manners, I don’t know how he is still in business. He is an incompetent podiatrist. If you want to get worse and mistreated go to see him.

I have been to a lot of top rate doctors for my knee problems throughout the years and Dr. Spector orthotic’s have allowed me to walk without pain along with some wonderful PT at Presidio Sport & Medicine.

Dr. Spector is one of the best.
He has performed multiple (complex) procedures on us with great results. As you can imagine, the Anderthal’s use their feet a LOT.
Yes, Dr. Spector is old school. So if you want to be coddled like a little girl, go visit your shrink.
Dr. Spector’s office could use a remodel but hey, it’s better than a cave.

Dr. Spector came at the recommendation of my PCP, because of the foot problems I have been having since the beginning of August. I was actually able to get in on a same day appointment twice, which I am grateful for because with having no car, working in the peninsula, and living in the city, it makes for an interesting adventure.
Immediately when I met Dr. Spector, I got a good vibe from him. Probably due to the fact that I am a sucker for old guys wearing bow ties, as well as hearing musical songs in a doctor office. As he examined me, we got into a discussion about insurance, which lead to a discussion about medicaid. I personally don’t need medicaid, but I do enjoy a conversation.
With an examination, the Doctor was able to tell me that I actually didn’t sprain my foot, I broke it. Thankfully he didn’t need to rebreak it, but that was something that made me think, ok this guy knows his stuff. After doing some trial tests, it was established that I need othortics for my feet. Problem is custom ones are about 450 bucks out of pocket and my insurance does not cover it. He did have an alternative OTC orthotic that was 40 bucks. SOLD!
The staff in addition to Dr. Spector, have been very friendly and attentive when I come into the office. I couldn’t ask for a better group of people to take care of my foot.

I’m not a Doctor, and can’t say I have experienced better because it is a unique experience… but it has been over a year, and my foot is no more functional than it was before the surgery for which I was promised «a full recovery in one year».

Kind, professional and capable. I’d put my feet in his hands again.

I saw Dr. Spector several times and every time it was a rush job.
He was always in a hurry, barely seemed interested, and told me quite bluntly I needed bilateral, bunionectomies. That I kind of expected, however, I did expect more of his time, a nicer demeanor, and more of an explanation.
He also insisted they needed to be done at the same time which really worried me as this procedure can occasionally result in a poor outcome. Anyway I have found someone else and will hopefully have a better go of it. Would not recommend this fellow at all.

I had high hopes for my appointment with Dr. Spector & I was greatly disappointed. He is a very nice and friendly man but I received very poor and inadequate care at his office. I saw him three times and each time he rushed me out of his office with no explanation, advice, support or understanding of what my injury was. He forgot who I was and I had to find a second opinion on my own. The only good thing about his office is Christine, his front desk staff, she is excellent & his nurse, I forgot her name. I would definitely look into another MD within your insurance plan. Unfortunately, each visit felt like a huge waste of time. I was one of the four patients he saw all at once. Dr. Spector needs to improve his communication with his patients because if you do not ask any questions, you are left with zero explanations!

Dr. Spector is a quack and has been sued several times however he has been able to avoid losing his license. My mother and I went to see him for a simple nail problem and he ended up cutting her toe off. We sued him but because the amount was less than $ 30K it does not go on his record. The lawyer who handled are case has two other lawsuits against him. He is a real dangerous doctor and should not be operating on patients
You can look up some of the malpractice charges on the superior court website just type his name in under Name Search
Civil Court Cases (type in his last name first)
or try this link, go to Name Case Search (last name, first) and there he is for several malpractice suits

Warning #1: He reaks of Cigar smoke.
DON’T EVER TRUST A HEALTHCARE PROVIDER WHO SMOKES!!!
Warning #2: Very Old School thinking.
If you want medicine out of the 1950s, go right ahead. If you want to have help from someone who looks at your body the way a car mechanic looks at a car, this is the guy for you. («You just sit tight, little lady.»)
That is not the way I want to be treated. It is condescending and in no way contributes to my health.
Warning #3: Needs a lot of coaching with his manners and bedside approach. He was extremely cold. Any decent practitioner knows RAPPORT is the key to getting ALL the information about a particular injury. I came in with an extensive history and medical knowledge and he could have learned a lot by speaking with me, but his manner shut me down.
I won’t be back as I want someone who works WITH me.

Dr. Spector has been my podiatrist for over 10 years for all my foot problems. He made orthotic insoles for me used mostly for working out. I was pleasantly surprised that my insurance covered most of the cost.
He also has recently handled my outpatient foot surgery last year. For a long time, I was experiencing pain that was felt from the bottom of the foot to the knee. Once the surgery was complete, he did a series of follow up appointments. From start to finish, he explained the surgical procedure which set my expectations for a speedy recovery!
Along with the ability to give peace of mind to his patients, he has a pretty good (sometimes dry) sense of humor that is sure to entertain. He takes the time to listen to his patients which shows great commitment to his work.
Dr. Spector is highly recommended in my book!