Business Details
Expert Podiatry Care in Los Gatos, CA
Los Gatos Foot & Ankle Center was founded on the principle of providing cutting-edge medical technology within a warm, patient-centered environment. With decades of combined experience, our team specializes in comprehensive foot and ankle care, from routine treatments to advanced surgical interventions. We prioritize personalized treatment plans, utilizing regenerative therapies like PRP injections and MLS laser therapy to promote joint preservation and active lifestyles. Our staff, many of whom have served patients for over 15 years, supports Dr.Joan Oloff's vision of delivering academic-level expertise with community-focused compassion. We treat patients of all ages, including athletes and diabetic individuals, offering innovative solutions such as minimally invasive bunion surgery and radial shockwave therapy. Our commitment to evidence-based medicine ensures patients receive the most effective, up-to-date care while maintaining transparency and ethical standards.
Services
Diabetic Foot Care
Bunion Surgery
Hammertoe Treatment
Heel Pain Management
Sports Medicine
Radial Shockwave Therapy
MLS Laser Treatment
Foot Orthotics
Ankle Sprain Care
Wound Care
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of experience in podiatric medicine and surgery
- Our practice utilizes patented minimally invasive bunion surgery techniques
- We provide regenerative therapies including PRP injections and MLS laser therapy
- Our staff has maintained continuity with 13-17 years of service tenure
- We specialize in treating complex cases including diabetic foot complications
What people say
Excellent doctor
Professional staff
Pain relief
Fast recovery
Compassionate care
Services
Diabetic Foot Care
Specialized treatment for diabetes-related foot complications including neuropathy, ulcers, and circulation issues. Our team provides regular screenings, wound care, and preventive education to reduce amputation risks. Patients receive customized footwear recommendations and ongoing monitoring to maintain foot health and mobility.
Bunion Surgery
Minimally invasive bunion surgery using the patented MINIBunion 3D system. This technique realigns bones through a 15mm incision, allowing immediate walking recovery without casts. Patients benefit from smaller scars, faster healing, and long-term correction of bony deformities at the big toe joint.
Radial Shockwave Therapy
FDA-cleared therapy for chronic tendon conditions like plantar fasciitis and Achilles tendonitis. The enPuls system delivers acoustic waves to stimulate tissue regeneration and improve blood flow. This non-invasive treatment offers 72-80% success rates, with sessions lasting five minutes weekly over four to five weeks for lasting pain relief.
Sports Medicine
Comprehensive care for sports-related foot and ankle injuries including sprains, stress fractures, and tendonitis. Treatment combines gait analysis, custom orthotics, and rehabilitation programs tailored to athletes' specific sports needs. We specialize in rapid recovery protocols for runners, tennis players, and team sport participants.
MLS Laser Therapy
Non-invasive pain management using Multiwave Locked System technology to reduce inflammation and accelerate healing. This FDA-cleared therapy effectively treats plantar fasciitis, arthritis, and post-surgical swelling without medication side effects. Patients typically experience progressive symptom improvement through multiple sessions.
People
Joan Oloff
Podiatrist
Dr. Joan Oloff has practiced podiatric medicine for over 30 years, combining academic expertise with community care. She established Los Gatos Foot & Ankle Center to provide accessible, advanced treatments including minimally invasive surgeries. A former Stanford clinical professor, she continues teaching while maintaining an active clinical practice focused on athlete care and regenerative medicine.
Questions
What foot conditions do you specialize in treating?
We specialize in treating bunions, hammertoes, heel pain, diabetic foot complications, sports injuries, and ankle sprains using both conservative and surgical approaches.
Do you offer same-day appointments for urgent foot injuries?
Yes, we prioritize urgent cases like acute injuries and provide same-day evaluations when possible, as demonstrated by our accommodation of urgent patient requests.
What makes your bunion surgery different from traditional methods?
Our MINIBunion 3D system uses a 15mm incision with no casting required, allowing immediate walking recovery compared to traditional methods requiring 10 weeks of immobilization.
Do you accept insurance for podiatric treatments?
We accept most major insurance plans for routine care, though some advanced therapies like radial shockwave therapy may require out-of-pocket payment as they're not universally covered.
How do you approach diabetic foot care?
Our diabetic foot program includes regular screenings, wound care, custom footwear recommendations, and patient education to prevent complications from neuropathy and circulation issues.
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