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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.
Mastering the art and science of surgical podiatry, Dr. Robert Joseph has dedicated the past ten years to refining his skills in the specialty of foot and ankle reconstruction and surgery. A graduate from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Ohio (1995), he completed a two-year surgical residency program and continues to share his knowledge and experience at the Teaching Residency Program at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Midway Hospital in Los Angeles, California. With multiple locations throughout the county of Los Angeles, Dr. Joseph's goal is to be the premier surgical podiatrist, providing innovative services (specialized care for the immunocompromised patient) and the best patient care possible.
Benjamin Tehrani, DPM, DABPM, is an expert foot and ankle surgeon and the founder of Kings Point Foot and Ankle Specialists, serving people at two convenient locations in Beverly Hills and Downtown Los Angeles, California.
After earning his podiatry degree, Dr. Tehrani completed a surgical residency in elective and reconstructive foot and ankle surgery at Maricopa Medical Center in Phoenix, Arizona. He thrived in the role, earning the title of chief podiatry resident. During his time there, Dr. Tehrani treated more than 18,000 patients experiencing a wide range of foot and ankle issues.
At Kings Point Foot and Ankle Specialists, Dr. Tehrani diagnoses and treats various problems that affect the feet and ankles, including fractures, fungal nails, heel pain, and nerve pain. He believes in educating and informing his patients so that they have a solid understanding of their condition and treatment options.
Moreover, Dr. Tehrani’s father worked in fashion, so he pays special attention to providing both aesthetic and functional treatment outcomes.
Outside of work, Dr. Tehrani enjoys playing piano and music production. He’s also an avid traveler and loves visiting friends and family in the U.S. and around the world.
Dr. Tehrani welcomes anyone seeking treatment for foot or ankle problems to Kings Point Foot and Ankle Specialists today.
“This is the most caring Dr I have ever seen in my 50 years Dr tehrani has changed my life with the care he has giving me thru this whole surgery I am so proud of him and his staff they met ever need I had and was always a call away thanks dr for putting my foot back together you are truly amazing thank ”
Mastering the art and science of surgical podiatry, Dr. Robert Joseph has dedicated the past ten years to refining his skills in the specialty of foot and ankle reconstruction and surgery. A graduate from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Ohio (1995), he completed a two-year surgical residency program and continues to share his knowledge and experience at the Teaching Residency Program at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Midway Hospital in Los Angeles, California. With multiple locations throughout the county of Los Angeles, Dr. Joseph's goal is to be the premier surgical podiatrist, providing innovative services (specialized care for the immunocompromised patient) and the best patient care possible.
Mastering the art and science of surgical podiatry, Dr. Robert Joseph has dedicated the past ten years to refining his skills in the specialty of foot and ankle reconstruction and surgery. A graduate from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Ohio (1995), he completed a two-year surgical residency program and continues to share his knowledge and experience at the Teaching Residency Program at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Midway Hospital in Los Angeles, California. With multiple locations throughout the county of Los Angeles, Dr. Joseph's goal is to be the premier surgical podiatrist, providing innovative services (specialized care for the immunocompromised patient) and the best patient care possible.
Mastering the art and science of surgical podiatry, Dr. Robert Joseph has dedicated the past ten years to refining his skills in the specialty of foot and ankle reconstruction and surgery. A graduate from Ohio College of Podiatric Medicine, Ohio (1995), he completed a two-year surgical residency program and continues to share his knowledge and experience at the Teaching Residency Program at Cedars Sinai Medical Center and Midway Hospital in Los Angeles, California. With multiple locations throughout the county of Los Angeles, Dr. Joseph's goal is to be the premier surgical podiatrist, providing innovative services (specialized care for the immunocompromised patient) and the best patient care possible.
Thomas Lim, DPM, is an experienced podiatrist and foot and ankle surgeon, and he’s happy to serve people throughout the Los Angeles area at The Sunset Foot Clinic. The Sunset Foot Clinic boasts eight locations in Silver Lake, Beverly Hills, Sherman Oaks, and Whittier, CA. Dr. Lim graduated from the University of California, Los Angeles, with a degree in biology. He then attended the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, California. He completed his residency at Staten Island University Hospital in New York City and has been in private practice ever since.
Dr. Lim is certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine as well as the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry. In addition to primary podiatric care, his specialties include the prevention and treatment of diabetic foot wounds and diabetic footwear. He’s also a qualified medical evaluator in the state of California, providing examinations in workers’ compensation cases.
At The Sunset Foot Clinic, Dr. Lim provides compassionate care for all foot and ankle conditions, ranging from the common and simple to the complex. It’s his goal for his patients to be not only healthy but well-informed.
Michael Wheeler, DPM, 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 reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery, with an emphasis in lower extremity trauma and diabetic limb salvage.
Dr. Wheeler joins the Los Angeles Institute of Foot and Ankle Surgery after a three-year foot and ankle surgery residency in Cleveland, Ohio. Dr. Wheeler completed an internship at the Cleveland Clinic, where he was formally recognized by patients and colleagues for his service as an outstanding caregiver. He completed his three-year surgical training at Mercy Health Regional Medical Center and The Northern Ohio Foot and Ankle Foundation, where he served as Chief Resident.
Dr. Wheeler was raised in Fredonia, New York, and obtained a Bachelor of Science in biology with a minor in business studies from the State University of New York College at Geneseo. Upon completing his bachelor's degree, Dr. Wheeler earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the Kent State University College of Podiatric Medicine.
In his spare time, Dr. Wheeler enjoys skiing, bike riding, golfing, boating, and swimming. Having attained the rank of Eagle Scout, Dr. Wheeler continues to give back to his community through various service projects!
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. Santander is a fellowship-trained surgeon in foot and ankle reconstruction, revision, and limb preservation.
He is a diplomate of both the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and the American Board of Podiatric Medicine with additional qualifications in foot and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery.
Dr. Santander has served in the medical field from the age of 17 when he enlisted in the United States Army in a Combat Support Hospital and deployed during Operation Enduring Freedom. Upon returning, Dr. Santander attended UCLA before earning his medical degree from Western University of Health Sciences in California and completing a three-year podiatric surgical residency at Medstar Georgetown University Hospital/Washington Hospital Center in Washington D.C. Dr. Santander went on to a reconstruction, revision, and limb preservation fellowship with Foot & Ankle Specialist of Virginia in Richmond, Virginia.
As a Los Angeles native, Dr. Santander returns with excellent advanced surgical training and diverse experience serving people of all backgrounds to join Los Angeles Institute of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
When not helping patients, he enjoys hiking, snowboarding, cooking, and experiencing cultures through food and people.
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