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Dr. Ferdinand Kussel, DPM

Dr. Ferdinand Kussel, DPM

Podiatry*
30+ years of experience

Dr. Ferdinand Kussel, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Clearwater, FL and has over 30 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in 1994. He is affiliated with Morton Plant Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

3.8 Star Rating
Based on 12 reviews 3.8 Star Rating (12 reviews)

Practice

2378 Sunset Point Rd Clearwater, FL 33765

Make an Appointment

(727) 797-5007

Dr. Kussel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

The Healthgrades Choice designation helps you understand the most important factors to consider when choosing a healthcare professional. This designation is earned based on four set standards.
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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Friendly Staff
    Patients said the staff was friendly. • See reviews
  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. • See hospitals
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Dr. Kussel's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Kussel

3.8
12 ratings, 6 with a written review
5 star
67%
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4 star
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3 star
0%
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2 star
8%
8%
1 star
25%
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I love and trust Dr. Kussel for his knowledge and professionalism. I've been going to his practice for several years, since I'm a diabetic. He has performed several surgeries as well as the regular podiatrist appts. I absolutely recommend him!!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Gloria Cordova – Dec 08, 2023
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Dr. Kussel is great doctor
Very knowledgeable and caring. He addressed all my issues and now I am walking without pain. His office is very nice and the staff are amazing.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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May 10, 2023
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Dr. Kussel was extremely rude. He did not recall the instructions he had given me. He took me out of a cast, offered no follow up appointment and said it should get better, call back if you need to see me. 3 weeks later when I went back because I still had pain he was not even there for my appointment. It was at 11:15. I arrived 11:17. The office got him on the phone where he scolded me for not wearing my boot, which was not the instructions I was given and then told me he left because I was late and he couldn't wait around for me. Completely unprofessional. I've had an ongoing ankle problem for over a year and the idea of getting to a solution is not even on his radar. Take ibuprofen and wear a boot or cast seems to be all he has to offer. His associate asked me how physical therapy went. They never sent me for physical therapy. Stay away from this office. I can't get the year back. Spare yourself the time.
What went well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
7 others found this helpful
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Patricia Smith-Robicheau – Nov 26, 2020
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His treatment and demeaner instills confidence. I had a good result. We came down for a visit and I needed care for a sprain.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Al Wayne – Aug 06, 2018
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Great doctor - knows his way around a foot!!
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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none – Aug 01, 2018
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Awesome Doctor
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lithia, FL – Nov 04, 2017
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About Me

care philosophy

As an experienced podiatrist, I believe that foot pain is not normal and should not be accepted as just a part of life. I am a trained foot and ankle surgeon, yet experienced in the best non-surgical care as well. I keep in mind the comfort of...read more

  • Podiatry

  • Podiatric Surgery

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  • James A Haley Veterans Hospital

    Residency Hospital, 1996

  • Dr. William M. Scholl College Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 1994

  • St. Leo University

    Undergraduate School, 1989

  • English

  • Spanish

Dr. Kussel is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail2378 Sunset Point Rd Clearwater, FL 33765
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    Practice

    Kussel & Associates1302 W Swann Ave Tampa, FL 33606
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    • Fax
    • Hours
      • Wed: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
      • Fri: 4:00pm - 6:00pm
    • Directions

    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Morton Plant Hospital

      300 Pinellas St
      Clearwater, FL 33756
      Recipient of 14
      hospital awards

      Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024, 2023)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

      Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2024, 2023, 2022)

      Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

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      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      88%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% higher than the national average

      81%
      Patients would recommend the hospital to friends and family

      16% higher than the national average

      View all patient feedback
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