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Nationally recognized leaders in foot & ankle care
With over 200,000 happy patients to our name,
you'll feel confident trusting our decades of experience and state-of-the-art treatments for...
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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As Former Chief Resident ay Kaiser Permanente, Ryan received comprehensive training in all aspects of the foot and ankle and went on to receive an additional...
Dr. Ryan Carter, DPM
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Trained using the latest technologies and techniques, Cyrus takes delight in seeing his patients transform from constant foot pain to being able to return to pain free...
Dr. Cyrus Sircar, DPM
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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
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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
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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
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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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Over 200,000 happy UFAI patients and growing
Dr. Franson and the entire staff at University Foot & Ankle Institute - Valencia are awesome!! I had both feet corrected (bunion surgery) by Dr. Franson and he did amazing work!! He is caring, gentle and friendly, and...Helena O.
Very helpful that my doctor plays hockey since I had a hockey injury!Kristina W.- Dr. Volkmann was incredibly kind and compassionate. Thank you!Madison O.
- I found Dr. Franson for a second opinion, after seeing an orthopedic specialist who misdiagnosed me and was about to cut my foot and ankle open. Dr. Franson put me at ease and ordered the appropriate MRI, which the ot...C.M.
I came to University Foot and Ankle Institute after being misdiagnosed by another doctor. I am a runner and foot pain was making even the shortest walks difficult and painful. Everyone at the office is very nice and D...Kay C.
Dr. Yau is very compassionate, soft spoken and easy to talk to. He answers all your questions.Vriginia B.- Doctor did a fabulous job. My foot looks amazing! But most importantly, I have a very difficult time with anesthetic and I'm allergic to many medications, the doctor listened and took every step to make sure I had th...Dawn K.
I went to see Dr. Sydney Yau with foot and ankle pain. After trying many alternative treatments I ended up needing surgery. Dr. Yau was very kind and informative. He has always been available if I had any questions. ...Lisa W.- I was impressed and happy to know I could see the doctor the same day I needed! Very efficient and professional! I've already recommended UFAI to several family and friends for their future reference.Ani M.
- Dr. Briskin is the best! My various foot concerns lasted 1.5 years so I had the opportunity to see a lot of Dr. Briskin. He's an excellent surgeon and a lovely person. I'd recommend him to any friend or family member...Barbara M.
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