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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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4.9 out of 5 Stars

Again as always i was seen bty Dr. B . He always makes me feel like an important patient. His office in both locations treats...
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BEST STAFF IN THE WORLD TAKING CARE OF ISSUES BELOW THE KNEE
Jeffrey H.
Excellent and professional experience.
Pamela W.
Dr Bob is the best doctor that I've seen. He is caring and compassionate.
Jennifer B.
I had a great experience at UFAI, Dr. Franson and staff have been great on each and every visit addressing my foot pain and adj...
Richard D.
At the age of 73, I had been having pain and swelling in my right foot for 3 months. It was badly deformed from a bunion which ...
Brent W.
Great as always!
Douglas F.
Have surgery scheduled and feel confident about Dr. Franson
Kirstin M.
I would have liked the doctor to take a little more time to further explain my surgical procedure in grater detail.
Mireya S.
Staff was wonderful and patient and answered all of my questions. I have already recommended a friend to UFAI. Excellent standa...
Amanda T.
I'll feel much better about my care once my condition improves!
Linda P.
Smashed a toe pretty good and had a toenail going in the wrong way.

I called the doctors office. they took my California Care...
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