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UFAI's Dr. Bob Baravarian on ABC News, discussing the high-frequency ultrasound that is now treating heel pain.

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Meet Your UFAI Foot and Ankle Specialists

As Chief of Podiatric Medicine at Santa Monica UCLA Medical Center and Orthopedic Hospital, Bob is one of only a handful of foot and ankle surgeons to...
Dr. Bob Baravarian, DPM, FACFAS
Former Chief of Podiatric Foot and Ankle Surgery at Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Gary is a lifelong sports enthusiast and maintains a special passion...
Dr. Gary B. Briskin, DPM, FACFAS
Attending physician at the Greater Los Angeles VA Hospital, Justin loves being able to provide true relief to athletes and weekend warriors like...
Dr. Justin Franson, DPM
Fellowship trained in sports medicine and ankle reconstruction, Avanti specializes in foot and ankle pathology. She is also a trained classical dancer who...
Dr. Avanti Redkar, DPM
Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, as well as a Fellow of the America's College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Dr. Kelman...
Dr. Charles Kelman, DPM, FACFAS
When not helping patients, Dr. Feldman supports several charitable organizations including City of Hope, Wounded Warriors and volunteers at...
Dr. Stefan Feldman, DPM, FACFAS
Inspired by UFAI's own Dr. Baravarian, Dr. Jafary is a member of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and specializes in sports medicine, reconstructive surgery and...
Dr. Hamed Jafary, DPM
After graduating with honors from Kent State University College of Podiatry Medicine, Dr. Allen performed and researched different arthroscopy techniques to address...
Dr. Jamey Allen, DPM
Board certified in Podiatric medicine, Stephen has a passion for serving the underserved and is currently Chief Surgeon Emeritus of Operation Footprint...
Dr. Stephen Schwartz, DPM
Specializing in foot and ankle pathologies and post-operative recovery, Gray works with weekend-warriors, high school, collegiate, and professional athletes, with a special focus on...
Gray O'Brien
Board Certified Clinical Specialist in Orthopaedics and five time Ironman Triathlete, Suzanne works with several sports clubs and teams in the valley, notably the...
Suzanne Hawson, PT, DPT, OCS, CF-L1
With over 30 years of clinical experience in outpatient orthopedic and sports medicine physical therapy, Lydia takes pride in taking a hands-on approach to...
Lydia Salinas
As a licensed Physical Therapist Assistant, Christel specializes in outpatient physical therapy and orthopedics and her special insight helps patients to feel great...
Christel Beattie

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Our Patients Rave About UFAI's Quality of Care:

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4.9 out of 5 Stars

The experience was virtually painless. The best one could expect under the circumstances of getting an ingrown toenail removed.
Jenn W.
Loved it
Kunal K.
The experience was very pleasurable and pleasant. The Dr and entire staff were very professional. I would definitely recommend ...
Rodney V.
Outstanding in every respect!
Hook V.
you know that I only get my toenails clipped?
Paul B.
I have recommended Dr. Briskin and your office to several friends. I did not answer previously because I have been out of the...
Lynne S.
Very pleased with the care received
Deborah W.
I love this office !!! Dr..Bob is amazing and really helped me with a swollen ankle ! I was so happy o didn't need surgery and ...
Crystal L.
Always a pleasant yet medically effective visit.
Gary Y.
Thank you.
Bruce L.
I had been going to Dr. Gary Briskin for several years for minor foot ailments, chronic ingrown toenails, , bunion problems, cu...
Paul R.
Very helpful. Correct foot diagnosis and understood possible other issues that needed to be dealt with.
Santanu G.