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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.

At Global Podiatry Partners, Inc., board-certified podiatrists and foot and ankle surgeons Drs. Chugo Rinoie, DPM, DABPM, Caitlyn Lee, DPM, AACFAS, and Wenjay Sung, DPM, FACFAS, provide complete podiatry care to people of all ages in Arcadia, California, and throughout Los Angeles County. 

Global Podiatry Partners, Inc. is a full-service podiatry practice specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of acute and chronic foot and ankle problems, including Achilles tendonitis, ankle pain, athlete’s foot, calluses, corns, and bunions. 

The providers also offer more specialized treatments, including diabetic foot care and fat pad fillers for fat pad atrophy.

Global Podiatry Partners, Inc. is conveniently located and features a boutique, spa-like atmosphere. There’s plenty of on-site parking, the support staff is warm and welcoming, and patients can access cutting-edge diagnostics and treatment technology, including digital X-rays, platelet-rich plasma (PRP), and extracorporeal shock wave therapy (ESWT).

The podiatrists take a conservative and patient-centered treatment approach, emphasizing healthy lifestyle changes, activity modification, and minimally invasive therapies. They never rush appointments and always make time to answer questions and explain treatment options.

The providers at Global Podiatry Partners, Inc. know that foot pain can be debilitating, so they strive to treat it quickly and prevent it from worsening.

Global Podiatry Partners, Inc. accepts new patients of all ages. Call today to schedule a new patient appointment for yourself or your child, or book your appointment online. 

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.

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.

Ara Kelekian, DPM specializes in podiatric medicine and podiatric surgery. His clinical areas of expertise include diabetic wound care, foot and ankle surgery, biomechanical evaluation, and sports medicine. Dr. Kelekian is certified in cutting edge surgical techniques, such as ankle arthroscopy and other endoscopic foot and ankle procedures.

Dr. Kelekian received a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychobiology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). He then attended the California College of Podiatric Medicine and earned a degree of Doctor of Podiatric Medicine. He completed his primary podiatric medical residency at Wyckoff Heights Medical Center in New York, and then spent two years completing his podiatric surgical residency closer to home at Monterey Park Hospital in California.

Dr. Kelekian is board certified in foot surgery by the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. He is affiliated with several organizations including the American Podiatric Medical Association, the California Podiatric Medical Association, and Los Angeles County Podiatric Medical Society. He is a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.

Dr. Kelekian and his wife, Cristina, have one son, Alexander.

Dr. Kelekian is available for appointments at the Burbank office.

About The Practice

Board-certified podiatrist Neil H Hecht, DPM, has been practicing podiatric medicine and surgery in the Los Angeles area since finishing his residency at Memorial Hospital of Hawthorne in 1978. At his practice in Tarzana, California, Dr. Hecht provides high-quality podiatric care with the goal of educating each patient on available treatment plans and empowering them to take an active role in their health care. 

A native of Cleveland, Ohio, Dr. Hecht attended Case Western Reserve University to complete his undergraduate studies. He went on to graduate from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco as a Pi Delta Honor Society member.

Dr. Hecht is specialty board-certified from both the American Board of Podiatric Surgery (1984) and the American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics (1988). He is an active member of the American and California Podiatric Medical Associations and the Los Angeles County Podiatric Medical Society and has fellowships in the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, the American College of Foot Orthopedists, and the American Professional Wound Care Association.  

In addition to his full-time private practice, Dr. Hecht is on staff at several local hospitals. He is the charter attending podiatric specialist for advanced wound care at The Center for Wound Care at Sherman Oaks Hospital and an invited attending specialist at The Wound Care Advantage at Verdugo Hills Hospital, providing advanced wound healing technology on a continuing basis. He is the former director of the podiatric residency training program at Sherman Oaks Hospital and attending staff for the residency training program at Providence Tarzana Medical Center. 

Dr. Hecht has lived and worked in the San Fernando Valley since 1979 and welcomes new patients to his practice. His office is located in Encino in Suite 325 at  5400 Balboa Blvd.

Norris Morrison, DPM, is a podiatrist at Advanced Care Foot and Ankle, providing complete podiatry care to people of all ages at two locations in Corona and Ontario, California. 

Dr. Morrison earned his podiatry degree at The Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus. After graduation, he received extensive training in trauma care and reconstructive surgery.

Dr. Morrison has more than 10 years of experience diagnosing, treating, and preventing foot, ankle, and heel disorders. Whenever possible, he takes a conservative and holistic approach to treatment but understands that certain conditions, like diabetic ulcers, require more specialized care.

Dr. Morrison is an accomplished limb salvage surgeon and a certified wound care specialist. His knowledge and commitment to minimally invasive treatments help people achieve relief from pain, allow for enhanced mobility, and improve their quality of life. 

Dr. Morrison welcomes anyone living in and around the Inland Empire metropolitan area to Advanced Care Foot and Ankle today.

Norris Morrison, DPM, is a podiatrist at High Desert Limb Salvage Institute in San Bernardino, Apple Valley, and Indio, California. A specialist in his field, Dr. Morrison provides complete podiatry care to people of all ages.

Dr. Morrison earned his podiatry degree at the Ohio State University College of Medicine in Columbus. After graduation, he received extensive training in trauma care and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Morrison has more than 10 years of experience diagnosing, treating, and preventing foot, ankle, and heel disorders. Whenever possible, he takes a conservative and holistic approach to treatment but understands that certain conditions, like diabetic ulcers, require more specialized care. 

Dr. Morrison is an accomplished limb salvage surgeon and a certified wound care specialist. His knowledge and commitment to minimally invasive treatments help people achieve relief from pain, allow for enhanced mobility, and improve their quality of life.  

Dr. Morrison looks forward to welcoming both new and returning patients.