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
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Appt. was good but have to return as there is still an issue.
    Norma D.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Do it and staff were professional and caring.
    Shena C.
  • Google
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Dr. Baravarian and his colleagues are professional, friendly, attentive, and careful. I really appreciate that.
    Corbin S.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Nothing else. I'm usually satisfied with the service.
    Laurie R.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Everyone who gives treatment is great and work well as a team.
    Laura S.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Very well.
    Noam K.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Gray is one of the best therapist who's ever treated by injuries. Highly knowledgeable and skilled.
    Michael O.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Great staff
    Caring doctors
    Very happy!
    Amy O.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    4.5
    I know we are in a pandemic, but making people with feet problems stand in the hallway is over the top. Yesterday there were 4 of us in a narrow hallway with a large waiting room just on the other side of the door. We are instructed to call when we arrive, but no one answered.
    Deborah H.
  • Yelp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Yes- I highly recommend Dr Bob Baravarian at University Foot & Ankle Institute for bunion surgery. He is an excellent surgeon. I had a smooth experience and successful results. *See before and after picturesMy story:    I've had pretty severe bunions on both feet for my whole life that have progressively gotten more and more painful -interfering with my daily life. I could not wear any type of shoe that pressed on the bone at all, without discomfort/pain.I did a LOT of online research and found Bob Baravarian and I felt comforted by his bunion surgical experience and the reviews of patients who've had successful bunionectomies with him. I already knew I wanted to get surgery after trying many different types of treatments throughout the years such as splints, toe stretchers/separators, etc that did nothing but hurt me. And I knew I wanted a doctor who does this ALL THE TIME, not just someone who "can" do it or who does it once in a while..    I saw another qualified podiatrist who specializes in the less invasive, quicker recovery head procedure bunionectomy with great reviews and success, but after learning about the condition of MY feet, (being hyper-mobile) my chances of reoccurrence were too high with that option(about 25%). This doctor actually ended up agreeing and encouraging me to go for the base procedure "lapidus" with Dr Bob.. He said he could do the procedure himself, but he'd recommend I go forward with Dr Baravarian because he is one of the best and does this particular procedure all the time. This lapidus procedure would correct/realign the 1st metatarsal at the base, and provide a more permanent solution for my feet. Although it would be a long recovery, I decided it was worth it to know I would have the most forever type of solution possible.    So after an initial consultation through my "in network" medi-cal plan, Dr Bob suggested I get on a P.P.O. plan to help cover the surgery I wanted because medi-cal wasn't going to pay for the high-grade level of surgical hardware he uses for this procedure and he wasn't going to compromise the quality of materials. So I had to jump through some hoops to switch insurances, but once I did, and confirmed everything twice with the surgery coordinator- Cheli- and my insurance, back and forth, everything went smoothly with the insurance from then on. *Cheli was such a pleasure to work with over the phone- always sweet, helpful, patient, responsive and very easy to talk to. She helped me SO much with figuring out how to make sure I got on an insurance plan that would be in network with them.    At the pre-op, Dr Bob explained what exactly he was going to do in the surgery and my instructions, and that week other members of the team, from Cheli, to the surgery center reached out, walking me through each aspect of the process before it happened, including the amount of money I was going to be responsible for, what was being run through my insurance, and answering any questions I had.***At the end of November, I went in for my first surgery! (Right Foot) And it went great. =) The actual surgery took about 80 minutes. Recovery discomfort was up and down but overall, less painful than I expected.. I was very impressed at how small and neat and clean the incision sites were. It is clear Dr Baravarian and his entire team know what they are doing and utilize their expertise to make sure they cause the LEAST amount of disruption and damage to other areas of the foot as possible when they operate.The surgery center itself also had a very pleasant feeling to me.. the staff worked together like a team. I felt comfortable and very well taken care of, through what could have been a very traumatic experience. *Dr Gina has also been very warm and helpful, making herself available to me for questions and concerns I've had along the way.    I found it vital to keep my foot very elevated at all times possible, and that ice packs under the knee helped. I was non-weight bearing in a cast for 3 weeks, then partial weight bearing in a boot for another 2.5 weeks, out of the boot just before the 6 week mark, and slowly learning how to walk again without my crutches at the 6.5/ 7 week mark! *Dr Bob also made himself available through email for urgent questions, responding very quickly, which I really appreciated as it allowed me to feel more at ease during the sometimes confusing healing process.END RESULT: I am in love with my new foot. The surgery was definitely a success. I do not have any more bunion pain- it is the strangest sensation to be able to wear tennis shoes or any shoes for that matter- without the bone rubbing on it and throbbing!    I definitely recommend Dr Bob Baravarian at University Foot &Ankle Institute for anyone looking for an experienced surgeon to correct bunions.I hope his review is helpful for those seeking more information and researching if bunion surgery is right for you!*I just got my 2nd foot done, and it is healing well.
    Lisa L.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Miss seeing you guys !
    Sonny F.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    She’s the best
    Lauren H.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Muy buena atención yo quisiera si el Dr tuviera una solución mi hijo tiene enterradas otra ves.las uñas podrían dar algún tratamiento eficas
    Marco J.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    4.5
    Great office
    David P.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Great
    Nicolas H.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Very happy with the services and love my orthotics.
    Liz W.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Highly recommend this doctor and his staff.
    Odelia M.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Hoping for the best. Never can be certain about the outcome of toenail laser therapy.
    Victor S.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    It was a great experience overall with very kind and knowledgeable staff.
    Leslie F.
  • Google
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Hoping for the best. Never can be certain about the outcome of toenail laser therapy.
    Victor S.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    I'm very happy with my care and the only room for improved experience would be more detail about the mechanisms (whether joints, ankles etc) of my feet and ankle that are causing my issues. I like to know how things work.
    Kristen C.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    4.0
    Everyone working in the office was very kind and professional.
    Marie B.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Not at this tjme
    Mandy G.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    I like how clean and bright your facility is and how staff take Covid precautions. My doctor and his assistant explained my questions carefully to me.
    Heather B.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    very happy with Dr Briskin, he really has been unbelievable and fantastic at helping me get better.
    Marc C.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Very nice office space and everybody in the office is professional and very friendly. I felt comfortable immediately and knew my concerns were noted and addressed.
    Carol B.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Great doctor
    Nicholas K.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    I'm very happy with the service. Above and beyond any expectations. They were extremely nice, compassionate and caring.
    Silvana S.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    The visit felt rushed because 1) Xrays were taken of my feet but we didn't even discuss them; 2) The doctor prescribed PT but I thought it was only the exercises given to me as a handout. I appreciated the two options for purchasing the orthotics. I've been to one PT session and it was amazing.

    The assistant who guided me to the xray machine -- it was hard to hear him through the mask so I moved to hear him and the first xray was messed up. He seemed annoyed.
    Judith G.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Very professional staff and they were very thorough
    Diana G.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Dr. Briskin has helped me over the years . Finally, we scheduled and performed the surgery I need. Dr. Briskin, Dr. Gina and the entire staff are wonderful. I am lucky to be in their care.
    Brenda W.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    4.5
    Generally very good.
    Gary F.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    All good !
    Chase C.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    all seems to go very well with scheduling and all aspects of office
    Darcie M.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    We live in Cambria, which is about 600 miles round trip.
    Dr Baravarian is an amazing surgeon with an awesome bedside manner.
    Regina Z.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    For quick checkups, can do remote visits.
    Barbara M.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    Awesome experience, shock wave therapy is really working. Very happy to receive this.
    David B.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    great
    Gina M.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    5.0
    There should be a rack to buy socks at check out :)
    Elizabeth V.
  • GatherUp
    University Foot and Ankle Institute
    4.5
    I left your office that day with wonderful feeling feet and grateful for the special treat you offer your patients. I will see you soon, thanks again\
    Marta C.
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