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Meet Dr. Krista Archer

Dr. Krista A. Archer is a board-certified New York City podiatrist who brings together advanced foot and ankle care, aesthetics, movement, and overall wellness. She sees patients at her established Upper East Side Manhattan practice and at Well Arched, her new health and beauty destination in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn.

Known for her attention to detail and naturally curious approach, Dr. Archer looks beyond the immediate symptom to understand how foot structure, movement, footwear, lifestyle, and skin and nail health may be contributing to a patient’s concerns. Her goal is to help every patient move more comfortably while ensuring their feet look and feel their best.

As a former competitive athlete and marathon runner, Dr. Archer understands the physical demands that training and an active lifestyle place on the feet. As a lifelong lover of fashion and music, she also recognizes that patients do not always want to choose between comfort and personal style.

This perspective shapes a practice that is equally comfortable treating a running injury, addressing chronic heel pain, restoring an unhealthy toenail, or helping a patient wear favorite shoes more comfortably.

Foot and Ankle Care Designed Around the Individual

Dr. Archer offers comprehensive medical and surgical care for a wide range of foot and ankle conditions, including heel pain, plantar fasciitis, sports injuries, bunions, hammertoes, arthritis, tendon problems, neuromas, corns, calluses, ingrown toenails, plantar warts, and fungal skin and nail infections.

Her approach begins with a careful evaluation and accurate diagnosis. Whenever possible, she prioritizes conservative and minimally invasive solutions such as footwear changes, custom orthotics, physical therapy, regenerative treatments, injections, advanced laser or microwave technology, and personalized foot care regimens.

When surgery is appropriate, Dr. Archer combines functional correction with an appreciation for aesthetics. Her objective is not simply to correct a structural problem, but to preserve a balanced, natural-looking result while helping the patient return to comfortable movement.

Podiatry on the Upper East Side and in Carroll Gardens

Dr. Archer sees patients at two distinct New York City locations, each reflecting a different expression of her approach to foot health.

Her Upper East Side Manhattan practice offers comprehensive podiatric care in a private, established medical setting. Patients can receive diagnostic evaluations, conservative treatments, advanced in-office procedures, medical pedicures, and surgical care tailored to their individual needs.

At Well Arched, located at 554 Court Street in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn, Dr. Archer brings clinical podiatry into a modern environment where health, beauty, and self-care exist side by side. Patients can schedule podiatry consultations and treatments while also accessing medical nail services, expert pedicures, nail restoration, and other carefully selected beauty and wellness services.

Well Arched represents Dr. Archer’s belief that medical expertise and an elevated client experience do not have to be separated. It offers Brooklyn patients thoughtful clinical care in a setting that feels personal, approachable, and connected to the surrounding neighborhood.

Appointments with Dr. Archer are available at both the Upper East Side and Carroll Gardens locations.

Expertise You Can Trust

Dr. Archer is an Associate of the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry and is on staff at Northwell Health/Lenox Hill Hospital in New York City.

Her clinical work encompasses both surgical and non-surgical treatment, with particular attention to biomechanics, sports-related conditions, chronic foot pain, nail health, cosmetic foot care, and emerging medical technologies.

Patients appreciate her ability to explain complex conditions clearly and create treatment plans that account for their goals, activities, footwear preferences, and tolerance for downtime. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all protocol, she considers the full picture of how each patient lives and moves.

A Career Rooted in Research and Innovation

Before entering podiatric medicine, Dr. Archer worked in the Bone Biology and Research Division of a leading biopharmaceutical company. Her research included work involving recombinant human bone morphogenetic protein-2, or rhBMP-2, which later became known commercially as Infuse for specific surgical applications.

That early experience helped establish the scientific curiosity that continues to influence her work today. Dr. Archer has contributed to published medical and scientific research and remains interested in improving the diagnosis and treatment of nail fungus, advancing foot and ankle therapies, and using technology to make footwear and movement more comfortable.

She carefully evaluates new treatments through the lens of clinical evidence, patient safety, and real-world usefulness. Technology is never used simply because it is new; it must serve a clear purpose within a thoughtful treatment plan.

Founder of ARCH by Dr. Krista Archer

Dr. Archer created ARCH by Dr. Krista Archer in response to a need she saw repeatedly in her practice: patients wanted effective, elevated products specifically designed for the often-overlooked skin and nails of the feet.

The ARCH collection uses thoughtfully selected ingredients to moisturize dry skin, condition the nails, support the skin barrier, and make professional foot care easier to continue at home. The products are incorporated into Dr. Archer’s signature medical pedicures and recommended as part of personalized foot care routines when appropriate.

ARCH reflects the same philosophy found throughout her practice. Foot care can be medically informed, aesthetically considered, and enjoyable enough to become part of a consistent wellness routine.

Medical Pedicures and Nail Health

Dr. Archer has long advocated for a more health-conscious approach to professional pedicures. Her medical pedicure services combine meticulous cosmetic grooming with advanced sanitation practices and careful attention to the visible condition of the skin and nails.

Services are performed by trained nail technicians under Dr. Archer’s guidance. Single-use supplies are used whenever possible, and reusable metal instruments are cleaned and sterilized in a steam autoclave between clients.

Medical pedicures may be performed using a wet or dry approach, depending on the condition of the feet and the client’s individual needs. If a possible fungal infection, ingrown toenail, suspicious lesion, or other medical concern is identified, a separate evaluation with Dr. Archer may be recommended.

This connection between clinical podiatry and expert nail care is central to both ARCH and Well Arched.

Chief Science Officer and Medical Advisor at Groov

In addition to leading her private practice, Dr. Archer serves as Chief Science Officer and Medical Advisor for Groov, a company focused on advancing wellness through science-backed innovation.

In this role, she contributes medical oversight, scientific direction, clinical review, product evaluation, safety considerations, and the translation of complex medical information into practical wellness solutions.

Her work with Groov reflects a broader commitment to bridging evidence-based medicine with technology that can support mobility, performance, and long-term quality of life. It also complements the philosophy she brings to patient care: thoughtful recommendations should be grounded in science while remaining realistic and accessible in everyday life.

Education and Professional Training

Dr. Archer earned her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine, graduating with honors among the top ten members of her class.

She completed her residency at St. Barnabas Medical Center in Livingston, New Jersey, where she received advanced surgical training alongside orthopedic and podiatric surgeons. Her training included foot and ankle surgery as well as foot and ankle arthroscopy.

Dr. Archer earned her Bachelor of Science in Biology from William Smith College, where she also graduated with honors. As captain of the NCAA championship lacrosse team, she was recognized as an Academic All-American.

In 2016, she was inducted into the Heron Hall of Honor and received the Hosking Award for lifetime achievement.

An Athlete, Entrepreneur, and New Yorker

Dr. Archer grew up on Long Island, spending summers sailing and winters skiing. Her background as a competitive athlete continues to inform how she evaluates movement, training injuries, recovery, and the relationship between foot mechanics and whole-body performance.

Now living in Brooklyn with her family, she continues to enjoy sailing, skiing, yoga, fashion, music, and all aspects of health and wellness.

The opening of Well Arched in Carroll Gardens brings together the many dimensions of her career: physician, researcher, athlete, product creator, entrepreneur, and advocate for care that recognizes the connection between health and confidence.

Schedule an Appointment with Dr. Krista Archer

Whether you are experiencing foot or ankle pain, managing a recurring skin or nail condition, exploring custom orthotics or regenerative care, or simply want expert guidance about the health and appearance of your feet, Dr. Archer will create a plan tailored to your needs.

Schedule an appointment at Dr. Archer’s Upper East Side Manhattan practice or visit her at Well Arched, located at 554 Court Street in Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn. Online booking is available for both locations.