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Albert Nejat, DPM, FACFAS, is a board-certified podiatrist and the leader of the team at the Podiatry Institute of Southern California in Culver City, California. Dr. Nejat has always been drawn to podiatry because it gives him the opportunity to often make people feel dramatically better in just a single visit. It is also his passion for educating patients on foot health. Having grown up in Los Angeles, Dr. Nejat is proud to offer his services to the community he calls home.
Dr. Nejat pursued his undergraduate degree at the University of California, Irvine before receiving his podiatry degree at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. He then continued his education through a residency at the Veterans Administration Medical Center and a podiatric surgery residency at the Interfaith Medical Center, both in Brooklyn, New York. After opening up his own practice in New York and practicing there for several years, Dr. Nejat returned to his childhood home of Los Angeles in 2002 and has practiced here ever since.
As a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, and board-certified podiatrist, Dr. Nejat is kept up to date on the most recent developments concerning techniques and technology in podiatry. Patients frequently praise the personal attention they receive from Dr. Nejat, as his primary focus is not just on healing your injury, but on helping you prevent future injuries and strengthen and support your feet. As he always says “Put Your Feet First”.
To stay physically active, Dr. Nejat participates in the yearly Malibu Triathlon. Throughout the rest of the year, he trains by attending indoor cycling classes, swimming in the ocean or doing laps in the pool, and weight training in the comfort of his garage. His wife often joins him in the weight-lifting, while his elementary school age twin girls attempt to do chin-ups between sets.
“Dr Nejat is not only professional, but a welcoming and friendly doctor. He makes the visits a delight! Gives good advice, and I would give him five stars.”
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 ”
With his expertise in complementary and alternative medicine, board-certified podiatrist Henry Tseng, DPM, has been known for helping patients find innovative solutions for pain relief and healing for more than 20 years. He cares for patients at his private practice, Dr. Henry Tseng, located in West Covina and Alhambra, California. Dr. Tseng is also a partner of Vascular Interventional Partners, Inc. https://www.vip-treatment.com/
Following his undergraduate studies, Dr. Tseng earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, California. After completing a rigorous internship and foot and ankle surgical residency, Dr. Tseng went on to become board certified through the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry.
Dr. Tseng has received additional training in medical acupuncture and specializes in combining Eastern and Western medicine to give each patient the best podiatric treatment possible. In most cases, Dr. Tseng tries all conservative treatment methods first before discussing surgery.
Because of his expertise in alternative medicine, Dr. Tseng treats the patient as a whole, providing natural treatment methods, such as herbal medicine and acupuncture, over harmful pain pills and cortisone shots. Dr. Tseng even invented Mighty Balm, a pain-relieving cream made of all-natural herbal components, including capsaicin, Ginkgo biloba, chamomile, and aloe vera.
If surgery is needed, Dr. Tseng uses minimally invasive modern methods to make essential repairs and restore full function to the foot and ankle. While Dr. Tseng can perform all types of podiatric procedures, he’s an expert in bunion correction surgeries that have a high success rate and very low rates of recurrence
Fluent in English, Spanish, and Chinese (including Mandarin, Cantonese, and Taiwanese), Dr. Tseng can care for patients who tend to struggle with language barriers. Dr. Tseng spends time with patients during appointments, educating them about their condition and involving patients in every step of the treatment decision-making process. He provides referrals to specialists and general practitioners for more complex internal medicine issues if needed.
When he’s away from the clinic, Dr. Tseng takes annual trips to Mexico with his church to care for underserved populations suffering from foot deformities. Dr. Tseng also regularly visits Asia and Africa to care for patients in need of medical attention. He spends extensive time lecturing in major hospitals throughout Asia and China, teaching other foot surgeons how to perform lower extremity surgeries.
Hai-En Peng, DPM, FACFAS, is a skilled podiatrist and owner of Align Foot & Ankle Center in Camarillo, California.
Born in Nyack, New York, Dr. Peng attended kindergarten there before moving to Oak Ridge, Tennessee. After graduating high school, he attended Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. He received his Bachelor of Science in chemistry before being accepted to the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco, California. He spent the next four years there and graduated in the top 15% of his class. He decided to stay in the Bay Area to complete a 3-year advanced surgical residency in reconstructive foot and ankle surgery.
While in residency, he met his beautiful wife, Sandra, while on break in LA. They have been happily married since 2004 and have two kids together, twins, one girl and one boy. To better serve his patients, Dr. Peng speaks conversational mandarin. When not in the office, he enjoys playing soccer and softball. He loves to eat and calls himself a “foodie,” always searching for great eats in the area. He enjoys doing photography on the side, specializing in landscapes, and covering events for the church he regularly attends.
Caitlyn Lee, DPM, AACFAS, is an experienced podiatrist at Global Podiatry Partners, Inc. in Arcadia, California.
A southern California native, Dr. Lee graduated from Marino High School and the University of California, Irvine, where she received a Bachelor of Science in biological sciences. She then pursued her passion for medicine and surgery by attending the Western University of Health Sciences, College of Podiatric Medicine, in Pomona, California.
Dr. Lee completed a three-year comprehensive surgical residency at Emory Decatur Hospital (PMSR/RRA) and the Podiatry Institute in Atlanta, Georgia, where she received extensive training in foot and ankle surgery and served as chief resident. She is well-versed in all areas of forefoot reconstruction, rearfoot, and ankle pathology, including trauma, elective reconstruction in adults and pediatrics, and limb salvage.
Dr. Lee is a member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and board-qualified with the American Board of Podiatric Surgery in forefoot and rearfoot surgery. She is also board-certified with the American Board of Podiatric Medicine.
Through her active involvement with the Podiatry Institute, she has participated in lectures nationwide and cadaver surgical skills courses given to podiatric surgeons and resident colleagues. Dr. Lee is dedicated to treating her patients with their best interests in mind, and she strives to use her comprehensive training to provide the most successful outcomes.
Dr. Lee enjoys traveling, exploring new cuisines, watching basketball, and spending time with friends, family, and her dog.
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.
After completing his residency at the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Dr. Sung completed an advanced surgical fellowship at the Weil Foot & Ankle Orthopedic Institute in Chicago. A national and international lecturer, Dr. Sung has been widely published in peer-reviewed journals and is the recipient of numerous professional awards and recognitions. Board-certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and a fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Dr. Sung is committed to providing skilled, compassionate care based on each patient's needs to help patients of all ages enjoy a pain-free range of motion and a better quality of life.
Dr. Sung enjoys the opportunity to provide care for new patients, and the practice accepts most major medical insurance plans.
With nearly 20 years in the field of podiatric medicine, Ashkan Soleymani, DPM, is the experienced provider that Cedars Foot and Ankle Center patients in Inglewood and Tarzana, California, rely upon for the best in foot and ankle care.
Dr. Soleymani has performed more than 2,000 foot and ankle surgeries, including bunion, hammertoe, and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgeries. He also specializes in wound care, diabetic foot care, ingrown toenails, neuromas, plantar fasciitis, toenail fungus, and other foot and ankle concerns.
Dr. Soleymani earned his undergraduate degree at Brooklyn College in Brooklyn, New York. He went on to the renowned New York College of Podiatric Medicine in Manhattan, New York, where he graduated with Cum Laude honors.
Dr. Soleymani completed his podiatric medicine surgical residency at New York-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital, a Cornell-affiliated hospital in Brooklyn, New York.
During his residency, Dr. Soleymani honed his skills in all types of foot and ankle surgery, including specialized training in plastic and cosmetic surgery to ensure that his patients receive the best aesthetic results from their surgical procedures. As a result, his patients experience little-to-no scarring, and he skillfully conceals incisions.
In addition to providing excellent function and pleasing cosmetic results, Dr. Soleymani emphasizes proper pain management before and after surgery. These ensure that his patients have the smoothest and easiest recovery possible. His patients experience virtually no pain after bunion surgeries, thanks to his masterful surgical skill and pain management techniques.
Dr. Soleymani provides second opinions and often treats referral patients from other foot and ankle surgeons. He’s known as an expert in functional and aesthetic foot restorations, including previously unsuccessful surgeries.
Call Cedars Foot and Ankle Center or schedule online to make an appointment with Dr. Soleymani today.
“The Doctor is good but the wait time sucks. If your appointment is at 1 pm you lucky if you are seen by 2:30 pm. But like I said the doctor is very friendly and seems to know what he is doing but not a fast process. ”
At Mountain View Foot & Ankle Care in El Monte, California, the team’s goal is to provide each patient with a high level of patient care. That means an accurate diagnosis and proper treatment in a comfortable environment.
The staff, led by experienced podiatrist Ebram Abdelmalak, DPM, is committed to improving the health of your feet, ankles, and lower legs. They treat a range of injuries, diseases, and conditions, including plantar fasciitis, bunions, neuroma, and nail fungus. The practice’s innovative treatment options include laser therapy and custom-made orthotics made with 3D foot scans.
At Mountain View Foot & Ankle Care, health care is a team effort, and patients are at the center of that team. Each person who passes through the practice doors is treated with dignity and respect and receives individualized care, the same the staff would want for their own family member. They view foot and ankle care as just one part of wellbeing and take a holistic, whole-body approach, including diet and exercise, with a focus on prevention.
To schedule an appointment at Mountain View Foot & Ankle Care, call or use the online booking tool.
Erin Haggerty, MD, is a dual fellowship-trained foot and ankle specialist and sports and specialist practicing at Alta Orthopaedics, located in Solvang, Santa Barbara, and Oxnard, California. As a physician board-certified in both specialties, she has a particular interest and training in pathology pertaining to the foot, ankle, and hip regions.
In the foot and ankle, Dr. Haggerty treats sports-related injuries in athletes, degenerative issues such as arthritis, deformity correction, bunion surgery, Achilles tendon ruptures, and foot and ankle trauma. She also has advanced training in total ankle replacement surgery. In the hip region, she specializes in arthroscopic, minimally-invasive treatment for labral tears and impingement syndromes.
Dr. Haggerty was born and raised in Ventura, California, and feels privileged to return to the region to treat the community here in Ventura and Santa Barbara counties. After graduating from Buena High School, she attended the University of California, Los Angeles, where she was an NCAA student-athlete and competed as a varsity member of the women’s crew team for four years. She then earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California and completed her internship and residency in orthopaedic surgery at Cedars Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles.
Following orthopaedic residency, Dr. Haggerty completed two fellowships. She performed her first fellowship in sports medicine at Brown University. There, she learned the skills necessary to treat soft tissue ailments via minimally-invasive arthroscopic approaches so as to return athletes to play as soon as possible. In this fellowship, she also served as a team doctor for all of the Brown University athletes as well as for the Providence Bruins AHL professional hockey team. With this aspect of her training, she gained valuable skills in caring for athletes that she was able to translate to her foot and ankle patients as well.
Dr. Haggerty then completed a second fellowship in foot and ankle surgery at the University of California, Davis and the Reno Orthopedic Clinic. During this busy year, she mastered the skills necessary to treat all pathology involving the foot and ankle. She works proactively with all of her patients to determine and achieve their best possible outcome.
Dr. Haggerty and her husband, Ben, are thrilled to return to their hometown and begin a family. She feels grateful to be joining the team of providers at Alta Orthopaedics and looks forward to helping the citizens of the community in which she was raised.
“Altaorthopedics is excellent. I never waited more than ten minutes for my appointment in a year and a half. Schedule appointments was easy and i therefore never canceled an appoint and changed appointment times once. Dr Haggerty is an excellent physician!”
“I’m so grateful for doctor Josephcare and all his team at the office and hospital, really happy , I told him he is my hero because he cares about his patients.”
With his expertise in complementary and alternative medicine, board-certified podiatrist Henry Tseng, DPM, has been known for helping patients find innovative solutions for pain relief and healing for more than 20 years. He cares for patients at his private practice, Dr. Henry Tseng, located in West Covina and Alhambra, California. Dr. Tseng is also a partner of Vascular Interventional Partners, Inc. https://www.vip-treatment.com/
Following his undergraduate studies, Dr. Tseng earned his Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from the California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University in Oakland, California. After completing a rigorous internship and foot and ankle surgical residency, Dr. Tseng went on to become board certified through the American Board of Multiple Specialties in Podiatry.
Dr. Tseng has received additional training in medical acupuncture and specializes in combining Eastern and Western medicine to give each patient the best podiatric treatment possible. In most cases, Dr. Tseng tries all conservative treatment methods first before discussing surgery.
Because of his expertise in alternative medicine, Dr. Tseng treats the patient as a whole, providing natural treatment methods, such as herbal medicine and acupuncture, over harmful pain pills and cortisone shots. Dr. Tseng even invented Mighty Balm, a pain-relieving cream made of all-natural herbal components, including capsaicin, Ginkgo biloba, chamomile, and aloe vera.
If surgery is needed, Dr. Tseng uses minimally invasive modern methods to make essential repairs and restore full function to the foot and ankle. While Dr. Tseng can perform all types of podiatric procedures, he’s an expert in bunion correction surgeries that have a high success rate and very low rates of recurrence
Fluent in English, Spanish, and Chinese (including Mandarin, Cantonese, and Taiwanese), Dr. Tseng can care for patients who tend to struggle with language barriers. Dr. Tseng spends time with patients during appointments, educating them about their condition and involving patients in every step of the treatment decision-making process. He provides referrals to specialists and general practitioners for more complex internal medicine issues if needed.
When he’s away from the clinic, Dr. Tseng takes annual trips to Mexico with his church to care for underserved populations suffering from foot deformities. Dr. Tseng also regularly visits Asia and Africa to care for patients in need of medical attention. He spends extensive time lecturing in major hospitals throughout Asia and China, teaching other foot surgeons how to perform lower extremity surgeries.
Internationally renowned for his expertise in arthroscopic surgery and sports medicine, Peter R. Kurzweil, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon providing the highest quality care at Memorial Orthopaedic Surgical Group in Long Beach, California.
Dr. Kurzweil attended Amherst College in Amherst, Massachusetts, where he graduated with summa cum laude honors. After completing his undergraduate education, Dr. Kurzweil attended the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, where he earned his Doctor of Medicine. He then completed an orthopaedic residency at Columbia-Presbyterian Medical Center in New York.
After completing the prestigious sports medicine fellowship at the Southern California Center for Sports Medicine in Long Beach, Dr. Kurzweil joined Memorial Orthopaedic Surgical Group. As a former athlete, Dr. Kurzweil takes a compassionate approach to treating patients with athletic injuries, emphasizing patient education. He also specializes in knee and shoulder injuries.
In addition to patient care, Dr. Kurzweil has served as Chairman of the Department of Orthopaedics at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center as well as team physician for Long Beach State University. He is also a member of the editorial board for the Journal of Arthroscopy and Sports Medicine and Arthroscopy Review.
When he’s not busy in the field of orthopaedic medicine, Dr. Kurzweil spends much of his time on the tennis court. He is also an avid skier and likes to stay active in the gym.
Specializing in the full spectrum of foot and ankle procedures, David C. Lee, MD, is a board-certified orthopaedic surgeon who provides each patient with unique, personalized treatment. Skilled in both surgical and nonsurgical treatment of foot and ankle conditions, Dr. Lee is a key team member of Memorial Orthopaedic Surgical Group in Long Beach, California.
Dr. Lee received his undergraduate education from Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, where he majored in biochemistry. After completing a senior thesis in cancer cell biology, Dr. Lee was set on a career in medicine. He received his medical education from the University of Michigan in Arbor, Michigan.
After completing his education, Dr. Lee returned to his native California to attend an internship and residency program in Orthopaedic Surgery at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center in Carson, California, where he was the chief resident. Dr. Lee also received fellowship training in the subspecialty of orthopaedic foot and ankle surgery at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore.
In addition to his work with Memorial Orthopaedic Surgical Group, Dr. Lee is on staff at Long Beach Memorial Medical Center and the Surgical Center of Long Beach. He’s also an instructor at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Lee is a current member of the American Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Society and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons.
When he isn't in the office, Dr. Lee spends much of his time with his family. He also enjoys golfing, snowboarding, and traveling.
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.
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