Santa Monica Podiatry Clinic Patient Testimonials

The doctor, although very knowledgeable, seemed rushed and I did not have the time to ask him many of the questions I had written down. I paid $135 out of pocket and drove down from Sacramento to see him as his resume was impressive and I was looking for an expert in the field of plantar fasciitis. It would have been nice to have at least 20 minutes with him. As it was, I barely had 5 minutes. Hopefully when I see him again, I will have more time. I appreciate the opportunity to give feedback. Thank you.

The receptionist was not very welcoming but other than that, a good experience. I also was told by the doc I needed physical therapy but never received the prescription for it. I had to follow-up post visit.

I would highly recommend Dr. Redkar. She thoroughly explained my situation, what to expect during my surgery and after. Her attention to detail and care was very nurturing. I always felt like I was in good hands. Thank you Dr. Redkar!

I really the liked the location close my house the the nurses and the doctor really did I good job helping in what I needed my ankle and the coordinator to do everything in her power to get all the paper done for me

I would highly recommend Dr. Redkar. She thoroughly explained my situation, what to expect during my surgery and after. Her attention to detail and care was very nurturing. I always felt like I was in good hands. Thank you Dr. Redkar!

The appointment was really quick. I was told some the few things that were wrong with my feet and got tested for insoles same day, after checking with my insurance coverage. I returned a few weeks later and Dr. Baravarian made sure it was all fitting well.

I waited far too long to have my toe examined out of fear that the surgery and recovery would be excruciating. My arthritis had progressed in my big toe and I had a toe joint replacement. Dr. Briskin, his staff, and Gray in PT were knowledgeable and patient regarding my post-op care and recovery. Now 7 weeks out, the pain is minimal and I am back walking and doing many of my normal low impact activities. I would definitely recommend UFAI to others and come back for myself if ever needed.

Doctor and staff knowledgeable and experienced. Everything attended to efficiently. Treatments offered with benefits and risks and future expectations of each explained. Evidence based. Personal knowledge of performing the surgeries and watching recoveries of different options inspires confidence in skills and abilities. I’m grateful for the opportunity to come to UFAI.

Dr. Saeedi is awesome! He guided me through treatment that healed an open wound on the bottom of my foot. He's kind, professional and very friendly. He knows his stuff and was very proactive in getting me healed. The office staff is also proactive in setting up appointments and referrals. They are also friendly and kind. I actually look forward to going to their office, even in the middle of this pandemic.Jacob Fletcher

I have been back to physical therapy now for a couple of weeks. Lydia has been working with me on my balance and mobility in my ankles and toes. She is amazing and really knows her stuff. She encourages me to do better but never forces me to do more than I can handle. My only complaint is that she isn't in the office enough. It is much harder to get an appointment with her that works with my work schedule. I used to see her first thing in the morning before heading to work. Now she is only in the office 3 days a week and in the afternoon and evenings. I've been going after work but a lot of times my feet are in so much pain that I can't do much of the strengthening and balance exercises. I hope that she is back full time real soon!