California Foot & Ankle Associates

Business Details

35 Years

experience

Comprehensive Foot & Ankle Care in San Clemente

California Foot & Ankle Associates has been dedicated to advancing foot and ankle care in Southern Orange County for three decades. Our practice combines extensive clinical expertise with a patient-centered approach, offering innovative solutions for both common and complex podiatric conditions. Dr. Philip Radovic, a triple board-certified podiatric surgeon, leads our team with over 30 years of experience in foot and ankle surgery, sports medicine, and regenerative therapies. As a respected educator and researcher, Dr. Radovic has contributed to peer-reviewed publications, holds international patents, and pioneered techniques like BunionTox.

We prioritize personalized care, utilizing evidence-based practices to address individual needs while emphasizing preventive strategies. Our commitment to excellence extends to specialized programs for children's foot care, cosmetic treatments, and custom orthotics. With a philosophy focused on balancing medical rigor with compassionate service, we aim to deliver lasting solutions that enhance patients' quality of life through improved mobility and foot health.

Services

Foot and Ankle Surgery Sports Medicine Children's Foot Care Custom Orthotics Foot Cosmetics Regenerative Medicine BunionTox ESWT/Soundwave Sclerosing Injections Nailase

Details

Year established: 1991

Highlights and features

Triple board-certified surgeon with 30+ years of specialized experience
Pioneering non-surgical treatments like BunionTox and ESWT
Custom orthotic solutions based on neutral-position casting
Recognized research contributions and international medical patents
Specialized pediatric foot care and sports injury rehabilitation

Associations and certifications

American Board of Podiatric Surgery
American Board of Podiatric Orthopedics
American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine

What people say

Thorough and kind Successful surgeries Proactive response Knowledgeable and experienced A+ experience

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Services

Foot and Ankle Surgery

Specialized surgical interventions for bunions, hammertoes, ankle fractures, and complex reconstructive procedures. Our approach combines advanced techniques with personalized recovery plans to restore mobility and alleviate chronic pain effectively. Patients benefit from minimally invasive options and traditional surgeries tailored to their specific conditions.

Sports Medicine

Targeted treatment for sports-related injuries including plantar fasciitis, tendonitis, and stress fractures. We employ regenerative therapies like PRP and ESWT alongside customized rehabilitation programs to accelerate recovery while preventing future injuries through biomechanical analysis and sport-specific footwear recommendations.

Custom Orthotics

Precision-crafted shoe inserts based on neutral-position foot casting to correct biomechanical imbalances. These devices address conditions ranging from flat feet to high arches, reducing pain in feet, knees, hips, and lower back while improving overall posture and gait efficiency through individually tailored support.

Children's Foot Care

Specialized management of developmental foot conditions like flatfoot, toe walking, and pediatric heel pain. Our approach combines gentle treatments with growth considerations, offering solutions for both congenital issues and sports-related injuries in active young patients through conservative and surgical interventions.

BunionTox

Non-surgical bunion correction using botulinum toxin injections to realign toe positioning. This innovative procedure offers immediate pain relief with no downtime, proven to reduce deformity progression while providing a viable alternative to traditional surgical removal for appropriate candidates.

People

Philip Radovic

Podiatric Surgeon

Dr. Radovic is a triple board-certified podiatric specialist with 30+ years of experience in foot and ankle care. He holds teaching appointments at multiple universities, has published extensively in peer-reviewed journals, and holds international patents for medical innovations. His practice combines surgical expertise with non-invasive treatments, serving patients from initial consultation through complete rehabilitation.

Questions

What foot and ankle conditions do you treat?

We address bunions, hammertoes, plantar fasciitis, ankle fractures, pediatric foot issues, sports injuries, and diabetic foot care using surgical and non-surgical approaches.

Do you offer non-surgical treatment options?

Yes, we provide ESWT for heel pain, BunionTox for bunion correction, sclerosing injections for neuromas, and custom orthotics as alternatives to traditional surgery.

Are telemedicine appointments available?

We offer virtual consultations for California residents, allowing convenient access to our expertise for follow-ups and initial assessments of non-emergency conditions.

How are custom orthotics different from store-bought inserts?

Our orthotics are molded from neutral-position foot casts to correct biomechanical issues, unlike generic inserts that only provide cushioning without addressing structural imbalances.

What makes your pediatric foot care unique?

We specialize in growth-related conditions using age-appropriate treatments that consider developmental stages, combining conservative management with surgical options when necessary for optimal long-term outcomes.

Reviews (5)

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Tiffany W.

Jun 13, 2022 Report

Dr and staff were awesome! They saw my teen for a serious foot medical problem quickly and effectively. Super grateful given the stressful situation that day. Thank you! This is the second family member you have helped, we are big fans :-

Taylor P.

Apr 19, 2022 Report

So grateful for Dr. Philip Radovic and his amazing team! They were able to thankfully fit me in the same day. They took excellent care of me!

Tracy Marshall

Feb 20, 2022 Report

I couldn't have asked for a better experience! Everyone is so friendly and welcoming. Minimal wait time. The Dr took X-rays, discussed my problems and different solutions. I loved that he didn't just say "you need immediate surgery", even though that would be ideal. Wish I had come here sooner!

Sarah Combs

Dec 21, 2021 Report

I called this office to have my daughter's ingrown toenail addressed. When I phoned, I asked if the Dr. did ingrown toenail repair. His staff member said "well, there isn't any repair, there is removal." and LAUGHED at me. Besides being incredibly rude and condescending, when I told her that laughing at me wasn't necessary, she said OK! And HUNG UP ON ME! Terrible representation of the office and zero professionalism. If you call here, be sure to use the proper word, because apparently I didnt, and Im an RN!

Leon H.

Oct 12, 2021 Report

I called to schedule an evaluation for my son to have his foot looked at. Before I could even tell the receptionist / Gatekeeper to find out what he needed. She asked what kind of insurance my son has. Unfortunately he has Medi cal. They dont take medi cal. So I asked what the cost would be just to look and give an evaluation. At the top of her head she said $250 for new patients. Just to give an evaluation for 15 minutes. That's 4 x the late of a top knoch Lawyer.

This is whats wrong with the healthcare system and doctors like this. Please do not give your money and put your care in this practice. This is your typical money grubbing doctors office that does not care about people. Just MONEY. I told her I was willing to pay what ever it would take for any procedure. But it was the fact they have absolutely no empathy for someone ailing and needing help. They probably would have received plenty of money. Cash with no insurance red tape. Shame on this practice. I am truly disgusted in these type of Medical practices.