Santa Monica Podiatry Clinic Patient Testimonials

We survey all our patients to learn how we did and read every response. Usually complimentary, sometimes critical, it's our patients who help us learn what we are doing well and how we can improve.

 

We strive to be the best we can and are grateful for the opportunities we are given to help people heal and get back to doing the things that they love.

5,823 Total 1st Party Reviews
4.9 out of 5 Stars
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Great doctors and very helpful staff.
    Hellia B.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Everyone nice and respectful.
    Mary J.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    4.0
    I had an unusual situation with the doctor forgetting to send in my meds then the person who is supposed to take care of prescriptions from the phone messages also dropped the ball. This was very traumatic actually. BUT the doctor apologized; the office manager took care of me with dispatch and sympathy and ultimately I had a happy ending albeit many weeks later. I like that there is PT right across the hall; also the MRI and Xray. The clinic is set up for convenience of the patient. And I like that it's easy to get appointments, not having to wait many days to see the dr. I also like that the doctors are collegial and consult with each other. That gives me added confidence. Would be nice to know if the doctors specialize at all e.g. sports injuries, dance injuries (me), etc.
    Alysia V.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Nothing else.
    Lisa F.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Wonderful service from start to finish! Amazing people.
    Taylor T.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Handled a recurring problem with my son above and beyond other practitioners we met with previously.
    Alexander B.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Great
    Cookie L.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Squeezed me in, fixed my problem, laughed with me through the pain. Thank you
    Rebecca B.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    This is an excellent office to go to for all foot and ankle issues. Everything is done in one office
    Anne T.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    The therapist was wonderful; very professional, and he explained things very well and was very gentle.
    The atmosphere is friendly. I do think the receptionist could be more friendlier and welcoming though.
    Josephine L.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Squeezed me in, fixed my problem, laughed with me through the pain. Thank you
    Becky B.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Thank you for your care and being kind and helpful
    Omer O.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    3.5
    good staff and Dr no complaints

    Thank you
    Mitchell W.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Excellent Dr. Briskin . Very good staff. Good service. A 10 for everything
    Thank You
    Bilkis M.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    4.0
    Very fast and efficient.
    DaeJohn W.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Nothing else!
    Diane W.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Very happy with the service. Everyone was friendly.
    Lynda G.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    It was a pleasure to meet Dr. Bavarian,

    He answered all of my questions.

    I'm knee deep in boxes as I'm moving shortly. As soon as I'm settled I'll make an appointment to pursue the Ossio Fiber procedure.

    Regards,

    Shelly Schneider
    Shelly S.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Such great care at UFAI! Love that you can go to either location and see the same staff! They meet all your needs and answer all your questions. Love how knowledgeable everyone is and Love Dr B!
    Helen M.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Very professional and caring
    Janet P.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Dr. Franson is absolutely amazing and his staff follow his lead! I can’t say enough about this practice. I’ve had 3 surgeries with him and I would not go anywhere else! My wife and I love the guy!
    Stanley W.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Great staff. Friendly and helpful.
    Christy K.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Great staff. Friendly and helpful.
    Christy K.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Very happy with all that i wotked with in the office verh professional
    Debra S.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    The orthotics are wonderful! They have helped my entire body! Thank you.
    Sheril S.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    4.0
    I don't have too much to say all I want is the best treatment and staff treat me with respect and manners just like how them would treat them family nabiour and friends just treat me as human
    Ian C.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Thank you
    Morrie R.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Dr. Hormuz provided me with a short list of bullet points regarding things she had discussed with me. I found this very helpful. I wish more of my doctors would do this.
    Christie Thobe
    Christie T.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Dr. Briskin and staff were exactly what you want and need from a doctor. I wish he was my actual PCP he's that good.
    He listened to my situation and literally made me feel heard--finally! He didn't blow off my symptoms as nothing like so many doctors have done -- even my PCP.
    Dr. Briskin knew right away what I was potentially facing with an autoimmune disorder that caused my situation based on just LISTENING to my symptoms.
    (Symptoms that another podiatrist with "42yrs experience" didn't bother to listen to and literally laughed in my face - not kidding, he laughed in my face - thinking I was making things up. As if anyone would want to make up deformed looking feet that came out of nowhere in a matter of weeks. )
    Can't recommend Dr. Briskin and the University Foot and Ankle Institute, Santa Monica enough!! The only thing I wish was improved was that they were integrated with MyChart for streamlined labwork sharing, but I'll take a great doctor over computer software preference:)!
    Tiffany W.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Dr. Briskin was one of the few doctors I've dealt with who didn't blow off my situation and made me feel heard.
    I could barely get that from my PCP. Now I Wish Briskin was my PCP!
    Tiffany W.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Everyone is so nice and professional!
    Patricia B.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Fast serbice and very diligent
    Miguel B.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Excellent service
    Michael F.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Santa monica location Dr. Gina Nalbandian , great experience , she treat me on a minor injury at my Achilles tendon
    MIguel B.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    I'd never been to a podiatrist before - This experience was as easy and professional and pleasant as it could possibly have been. Hope I have no more problems, but if I do - this is absolutely where I'll go

    PS - I didn't get my doctor's name - and can't give it to you now. I loved her! She was great. Right to the point - though warm and friendly - and took care of me in nano-time.
    Susan B.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Staff is very friendly and helpful . It starts at the reception desk to everyone else you come in contact with. The best!
    Tish L.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Fabulous
    Barbara K.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    The doctor was very good.
    David M.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    The staff was very friendly
    Frances V.
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    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Dr. Nalbandian was terrific. She was great. Right to the point - though warm and friendly - and took care of me in nano-time.

    I'd never been to a podiatrist before - This experience was as easy and professional and pleasant as it could possibly have been. Hope I have no more problems, but if I do - this is absolutely where I'll go.
    Susan B.
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