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Los Angeles Institute of Foot and Ankle Surgery offers comprehensive care, treating all lower limb conditions under one roof but in three convenient locations: Burbank, Santa Clarita, and Northridge, California. The experienced podiatrists take pride in giving every patient their individual attention as they provide customized care that preserves foot health and function.
They offer advanced foot care for every type of foot condition, from acute fractures to chronic arthritis, ankle and foot sprains, ligament and tendon injuries, reconstruction of congenital and acquired foot and ankle deformities. The podiatric surgeons at Los Angeles Institute of Foot and Ankle Surgery perform the most complex total ankle and total Talus replacements and routinely revise failed procedures performed elsewhere. They treat bunions and hammertoes, neuromas and plantar fasciitis. The podiatric physicians and surgeons at Los Angeles Institute of Foot and Ankle Surgery are experts in limb preservation. They also perform routine diabetic and geriatric foot care for corns and calluses, ingrown toenails, and plantar warts.
The podiatrists are on staff at five major hospitals in the San Fernando Valley. In addition to having access to advanced facilities for surgical care, they’re available to provide exceptional emergency treatment.
Los Angeles Institute of Foot and Ankle Surgery welcomes anyone seeking state-of-the-art foot and ankle care. To schedule an appointment, call the nearest office or use the online booking feature today.
Armen Hagopjanian, DPM, FACFAS, is a foot and ankle surgeon practicing at Los Angeles Institute of Foot and Ankle Surgery, which has locations in Burbank, Santa Clarita, and Northridge, California. He specializes in trauma and reconstruction of foot and ankle, total ankle replacement, total ankle stabilization, bunionectomy, sports medicine and injuries, arthroscopic surgery of the foot and ankle, and diabetic foot care and limb salvage. Dr. Hagopjanian is the first podiatric surgeon who started the total ankle replacement program in Los Angeles and still trains many surgeons around the country to perform this difficult but rewarding procedure.
Dr. Hagopjanian started his medical education at Yerevan State Medical Institute in Armenia. In the US, he successfully continued the pursuit of his medical career. He received his bachelor of science degree in microbiology and molecular genetics from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA). He later graduated from California College of Podiatric Medicine (currently Samuel Merritt College) with the degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Hagopjanian completed his surgical residency at Western Medical Center in Orange county.
Dr. Hagopjanian is board-certified in foot and ankle surgery. He is also board-certified in reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery. Dr. Hagopjanian is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association and the California Podiatric Medical Association. He is also a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Pediatrics. Dr. Hagopjanian is trilingual in English, Armenian, and Russian.
Dr. Hagopjanian is former Vice President of the Los Angeles Society of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and former Chief of Podiatry at Providence Saint Joseph Medical Center and Northridge hospital.
Dr. Hagopjanian has two sons, Rafael and Stepan.
Dr. Hagopjanian is available to see patients at the Los Angeles Institute of Foot and Ankle Surgery's offices in Northridge, Burbank, and Santa Clarita!
Dr. Wenjay Sung, DPM, is a top-ranked, award-winning podiatrist offering the highest-quality care for patients in and around Arcadia, CA. At his state-of-the-art practice, Dr. Sung offers a comprehensive array of care options for simple and complex issues, including treatments for ankle sprains and other ankle problems, neuroma, nail fungus, heel pain and flat feet, as well as corn removal, bunion surgery, and other cutting-edge, innovative approaches to care.
He has been a national and international lecturer on foot and ankle surgery. He was awarded the ACFAS Clinical and Scientific Research Grant and has won several professional awards in his career including the Rising Star Award from the California Podiatric Medical Association. Dr. Sung has been quoted by numerous press outlets (WSJ, Marketwatch), print magazines (Shape, WebMD, Readers Digest), and was also featured in Buzzfeed media.
Dr. Suchir Sheth is a board certified podiatrist and co-founder of SoCal Sports Podiatry. New to the Los Angeles area, Dr. Sheth brings his expertise in diagnosis and treatment of acute / chronic pain, fractures, wound healing, pediatrics, and cosmetic / elective surgery. He has a strong interest in treating trauma of the foot and ankle utilizing the most advanced technology to restore foot and ankle health.
Originally from Pennsylvania, Dr. Sheth earned his bachelor’s degree from the Pennsylvania State University. He went on to earn his master’s degree at the Rutgers Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. His DPM degree was obtained at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Sheth completed an intensive 3 year surgical residency program at Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he served as Chief Resident for 2 years.
In his free time, Dr. Sheth enjoys working on cars, riding motorcycles, and watching football with friends
Babak Kosari, DPM, FACFAS, is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon. Dr. Kosari founded his practice, Babak Kosari, DPM Inc, with the mission to bring patient-centered foot care to the individuals and families in the neighborhood of Santa Clarita, California, and the Northridge neighborhood of Los Angeles, California.
Dr. Kosari attended the University of California, Los Angeles, for his undergraduate studies before pursuing his medical education at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Following medical school, he received specialized training at Cornell University and the Hospital for Special Surgery.
At his practice, Dr. Kosari focuses on the patient’s health as a whole, delivering compassionate and personalized care that addresses possible problems and all of their health needs. The practice is home to state-of-the-art technology and diagnostic tools, allowing him to provide patients with exceptional foot and ankle treatment plans.
Dr. Kosari provides nonsurgical and surgical treatments for ankle and heel pain, diabetic neuropathy and wounds, foot ulcers, bunions, hammertoes, and other types of foot pain. He is also highly trained in complex foot deformities, fractures, limb salvage, as well as cosmetic procedures like toe shortening and lengthening.
Along with his dedication to patient experiences, Dr. Kosari is fluent in English, Farsi, and Spanish, and is happy to coordinate care with your communication preference.
With over 12 years of experience, Dr. Kosari has helped thousands of patients find relief from foot conditions. To receive expert help, call the nearest Babak Kosari, DPM Inc office, or book an appointment online today.
Wayne Rash, DPM, is a podiatrist and wound care specialist at Anaheim Wound Care in Anaheim, California. Dr. Rash is proud to deliver quality care for all types of podiatric conditions, including treating ankle sprains, diabetic wounds, ulcers, neuromas, bunions, corns and calluses, hammertoes, warts, plantar fasciitis, flat feet, Athlete’s foot, peripheral neuropathy, and much more.
At Anaheim Wound Care, Dr. Rash works alongside patients to develop custom plans for their unique needs. As a solo practitioner, he enjoys being able to spend time with patients, address each of their concerns in detail, and build trusting relationships with them. Dr. Rash takes special care in making sure patients understand all of their treatment options and providing outstanding patient education so they can make the best decisions.
Dr. Rash completed his bachelor’s degree in psychology at Michigan State University before pursuing his doctorate in podiatric medicine at the California School of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Rash is also a charter club president at Rotary International, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a positive impact on illiteracy, disease, hunger, poverty, and lack of clean water around the globe.
He went into private practice in 1997. Since then, he has owned and operated Wayne Rash, DPM, for more than 11 years and Castro Podiatry for more than eight years. His experiences also include a number of different roles in healthcare, including working as an independent sales representative for medical equipment and devices.
To learn more about his treatments for specific types of foot and ankle problems, schedule a time to meet with Dr. Rash at Anaheim Wound Care.
Artin Shakhbandaryan, DPM, is a podiatrist, wound care specialist, and foot and ankle surgeon at Step By Step Foot and Ankle Center, providing high-quality podiatry care to people 12 and older in West Covina, California.
Dr. Shakhbandaryan studied at the University of California, Riverside, earning his bachelor’s degree in economics. A few years later, he decided to pursue a medical career and enrolled in the Los Angeles Community College District, obtaining his science prerequisite credits.
After completing these courses, Dr. Shakhbandaryan enrolled at the Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, California, earning his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. Then, he completed a three-year surgical residency program at West Covina Medical Center in West Covina, California, and a limb salvage residency at the Keck School of Medicine of USC in Los Angeles.
At Step By Step Foot and Ankle Center, Dr. Shakhbandaryan diagnoses and treats most foot and ankle conditions, but he has a special interest in foot and ankle surgery and wound care.
Dr. Shakhbandaryan is a member of several professional organizations, including the Podiatric Research Club, Radiology for Foot and Ankle Specialists, the California Podiatric Medical Association, the American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine, and the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.
Dr. Shakhbandaryan speaks English and Armenian fluently and is also proficient in conversational Spanish, letting him serve the practice’s diverse clientele.
Outside of work, Dr. Shakbandaryan enjoys sharing his knowledge with others. He’s contributed to several professional publications and often speaks at conferences.
Dr. Shakhbandaryan welcomes anyone seeking relief from foot or ankle pain to Step By Step Foot and Ankle Center today.
Johnny Huang, DPM, is one of the exceptional podiatrists practicing at West Beverly Podiatry Group, which has locations in Duarte and Montebello, California.
Dr. Huang has always had a passion for helping others and a deep interest in medicine. He pursued his undergraduate studies in Biological Sciences at the University of California Irvine, where he gained invaluable experience in scientific research.
Following this, Dr. Huang completed a post-baccalaureate program at Keck Graduate Institute, where he was introduced to the field of podiatry. He was fascinated by the unique blend of medicine and surgery involved in podiatric care and decided to pursue this specialty.
Dr. Huang received his Doctorate in Podiatric Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences in 2016 and completed his residency at Montefiore Medical Center in 2019. For the past three years, he has been serving his hometown community in the Inland Empire, where he has gained valuable experience in all aspects of podiatric medicine.
With a deep commitment to patient care, Dr. Huang is dedicated to providing the highest level of podiatric care to his patients. He has a comprehensive skill set and can diagnose and treat a wide range of foot and ankle conditions. Dr. Huang takes pride in staying up-to-date with the latest developments in his field to ensure that his patients receive the best possible care.
If you're looking for a compassionate and highly skilled podiatrist, look no further than Dr. Huang. He looks forward to helping you achieve optimal foot and ankle health.
Dr. Huang is board qualified with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and board certified with the Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Dr Chan graduated from University of California, San Diego and Western University of Health Sciences at Pomona for her Podiatry degree. She has been in practice since 2014 and worked at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center for her 3 year residency.
Dr Chan speaks fluent Mandarin and Burmese. She has had extensive training in Wound Care and Amputation Prevention.
Michael Vega, DPM, is a skilled and compassionate podiatrist who formed West Beverly Podiatry Group in 1986. There are two locations in Duarte and Montebello, California.
Dr. Vega graduated from the University of San Diego in 1977 with a Bachelor of Arts in biology. In 1982, he received his doctorate from the Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine in Cleveland, Ohio, which is now part of Kent State University. He completed his surgical and medical residency in 1983 in San Diego.
Dr. Vega was in the National Health Corp for three years, working in East Los Angeles.
Dr. Vega is a certified diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Foot and Ankle Surgery.
He was appointed by the Governor of California to the Board of Podiatric Medicine of California from 1989-1992. During this time, he served as President of the Board from 1992-1993.
Dr. Vega is a member of the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA) and the California Podiatric Medical Association (CPMA). He is a past member of the California Latino Medical Association and was a consultant for OrthoNet Medical.
Dr. Vega has clinical professorships at five different Podiatric Medical Schools, including Western University of Health Sciences. He has written five medical journal papers, including one that was published in Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics.
Dr. Vega has participated in the founding of two local Wound Care Centers and is on staff at Beverly Hospital, Montebello, PIH Whittier, Monterey Park Hospital, and USC Arcadia Hospital.
Dr. Vega is now CEO and Medical Director of West Beverly Podiatry Group.
Dr. Smith graduated from California State University at Northridge with a bachelor of arts degree in psychology. He then earned a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine degree from the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, California. After medical school, Dr. Smith completed a 3-year surgical residency at Phoenix Baptist/Maricopa Medical Center in Arizona.
He has over 15 years of experience in diabetic limb preservation wound care. Dr. Smith is board-certified with American Board of Podiatric Medicine and also holds a Certificate of Added Qualification and Amputation Prevention and Wound Care.
When Dr. Smith is not practicing medicine, you will find him spending time with his family and tinkering with classic cars and golfing.
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