Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Chiropractor providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dentist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Podiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Psychiatrist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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!
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.
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!
We offer Podiatric Medicine, Foot & Ankle Surgery & Wound Care for the San Pedro, Los Angeles Harbor & Long Beach Communities.
Foot and ankle medical and surgical care and sports medicine for the entire family including infants, children, adults and seniors.
Our goal is to provide our patients and the community with the finest and most current podiatric medical and surgical care available. Our practice has a long standing commitment to medical excellence, current and updated medical procedures and certifications, board certification and superior standards of care.
Our office personnel and physicians are trained to concentrate on each individual patients concerns, medical problems and histories. Following a complete history, examination and additional evaluations, your condition will be explained to you with a discussion of all of your treatment options. A treatment plan will then be customized for you.
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.
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
“Awesome doc, easy to get into. Office follows up promptly. I’ve been fighting toenail for some time and he laid out my options really well for treatment.”
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