Business Details
25 Years
experience
Your Trusted Podiatry Clinic in Newport Beach, CA
Foot & Ankle Specialty Group has been a trusted provider of podiatric care in Newport Beach and Rancho Santa Margarita since 2001. Our team of board-certified podiatrists combines advanced medical training with personalized attention to address foot and ankle conditions across all age groups. We specialize in diagnosing and treating sports injuries, chronic conditions like plantar fasciitis and arthritis, and pediatric foot deformities using both traditional and cutting-edge techniques. Our practice emphasizes patient education, ensuring individuals understand their treatment options and recovery processes. With three fellowship-trained specialists on staff, we offer comprehensive care ranging from conservative therapies to complex surgical interventions.Our commitment to community health is reflected in our approachable, family-friendly environment and dedication to rapid relief. We utilize regenerative medicine, laser treatments, and custom orthotics to deliver tailored solutions. Patient testimonials consistently highlight our compassionate care, technical expertise, and ability to resolve long-standing foot pain. Our dual locations provide convenient access to expert podiatric services for residents across Orange County. Through continuous professional development, we maintain our position as leading foot and ankle specialists in the region.
Services
Laser Fungus Treatment
Endoscopic Foot Surgery
Custom Orthotics
Total Ankle Replacement
Sports Injury Treatment
Plantar Fasciitis Therapy
Bunion Correction
Pediatric Foot Care
Arthritis Management
Tendonitis Treatment
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized treatment plans tailored to individual needs
- Our team includes fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeons
- We utilize advanced treatments like laser fungus therapy and endoscopic surgery
- We provide rapid relief through both conservative and surgical interventions
- Our specialists have over 20 years of combined experience in podiatric care
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Podiatric Surgery
What people say
Saved my life
Great bedside manner
Real solution
Trust implicitly
Amazing care
Services
Laser Fungus Treatment
Our laser fungus treatment offers a non-invasive solution for persistent nail infections. Using targeted light therapy, we eliminate fungal organisms while preserving healthy tissue. This FDA-cleared procedure requires no anesthesia and allows immediate return to daily activities, with visible improvements appearing as the nail grows out over several months.
Custom Orthotics
We create personalized orthotic devices through advanced 3D scanning and gait analysis. These medical-grade inserts correct biomechanical imbalances, alleviate pressure points, and improve foot function for both athletic performance and everyday comfort, fabricated from durable materials tailored to individual needs.
Endoscopic Foot Surgery
Our endoscopic techniques address conditions like plantar fasciitis and nerve entrapments through tiny incisions. This approach reduces tissue trauma, accelerates recovery times, and minimizes scarring while maintaining surgical precision, often allowing same-day discharge and quicker return to normal activities.
Sports Injury Treatment
We specialize in diagnosing and treating sports-related foot and ankle injuries, from acute fractures to chronic overuse conditions. Our comprehensive approach combines immediate injury management with long-term rehabilitation strategies to restore function and prevent recurrence, tailored to each athlete's specific sport and performance goals.
Total Ankle Replacement
For severe arthritis cases, our total ankle replacement procedure preserves mobility while eliminating pain. Using modern implant systems and precise surgical techniques, we restore joint function and weight-bearing capacity, followed by structured physical therapy to maximize post-operative outcomes and maintain active lifestyles.
People
Dr. Salma Aziz
Podiatrist
Board-certified podiatrist with over 20 years experience, specializing in foot and ankle surgery. Fellowship-trained member of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, recognized for compassionate care and innovative treatment approaches in the Rancho Santa Margarita community.
Dr. Jessica Arneson
Podiatric Associate
Fellowship-trained foot and ankle surgeon with expertise in total ankle replacement and sports medicine. Completed advanced surgical training at The CORE Institute, specializing in complex hindfoot reconstruction and arthroscopic procedures to restore mobility and reduce pain.
Dr. Petrina Yokay
Podiatric Associate
Compassionate podiatrist with specialized training in gymnastics-related foot injuries. Provides personalized treatment plans combining conservative therapies and surgical interventions, utilizing comprehensive clinical experience to address both acute injuries and chronic conditions with patient-centered care.
Questions
What foot and ankle conditions do you treat?
We treat all foot and ankle conditions including sports injuries, arthritis, bunions, plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, and pediatric deformities using both conservative and surgical approaches.
Do you offer same-day appointments for urgent foot injuries?
We prioritize urgent cases and typically offer same-day or next-day appointments for acute foot and ankle injuries to ensure timely diagnosis and treatment.
Are your treatments covered by insurance?
Most medical insurance plans cover our podiatric services. Our staff will verify your specific coverage and explain any out-of-pocket costs before initiating treatment.
What advanced treatment options are available?
We offer laser therapy for fungal nails, endoscopic surgery, regenerative medicine injections, custom orthotics, and total ankle replacement surgery among other cutting-edge treatments.
How do I prepare for my first appointment?
Bring your medical records, current medications list, and any relevant imaging studies. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes that can be easily removed for examination.
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