After being highly recommended by my doctor, I set up a consultation with Dr. Fishman to address two severe hammertoes. He walked me through two surgical options: being admitted to the hospital or having the procedure done right in his well equipped office under local anesthesia. I chose the office procedure, and I'm so glad I did! During our consultation, I asked if I could film some of the surgery. Dr. Fishman immediately gave me the OK, making sure I was comfortable watching it. The procedure itself went incredibly well. I was so impressed that he has an X-ray machine right in the room to precisely locate where the incision and bone cutting need to happen. The entire operating room and all of the equipment were absolutely pristine and sterile. It has been about 6 weeks since the procedure, and my toes are completely straight again. I still have many weeks for the bones to completely heal, but the pain is entirely gone, and I have an incredible video to remember the experience by! Thank you Dr. Fishman for your expert knowledge, your professionalism, and for truly being compassionate about the work you do. read more

Dr. Fishman, is excellent at what he does. He patient, caring and kind enough to talk and explain in detail exactly what's going on and his procedure as he's performing it. I had the sides of my big toe removed (ingrown) Dr. Fishman let me record everything and he eased my worry with humor. I had no pain just gratitude Thank you to his staff and nurse. read more

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This is an all-encompassing review of my experience over the past four months as a patient of Dr. Fishman, and I truly can't recommend him enough. From the very first appointment through surgery and recovery, he has been incredibly attentive, knowledgeable, and patient. He always takes the time to answer every question I have, even the ones that i know sound crazy or overly detailed, and never makes me feel rushed or dismissed. I actually flew all the way from my home in Chicago for both my orthotics consultation and molding appointments, and am currently staying out here for a month just so Dr. Fishman could perform my surgery because he's the only surgeon I trusted to do it. My sister and I even had surgery on the same day, and the entire team at the surgery center was amazing. They all had great attitudes, worked well together, spoke highly of Dr. Fishman. On top of that, I also got custom orthotics from Dr. Fishman back in December 2025 and I run my mouth about them to anyone who will listen. They are my favorite thing. Before surgery, the only time my feet didn't hurt was when I was wearing my shoes with those orthotics. Overall, I'm extremely grateful for the care I received and would absolutely recommend Dr. Fishman to anyone dealing with foot issues or considering surgery. included photos of the crew and me throughout the past few weeks! (I asked if he could take any photos during surgery, and he exceeded my expectations by far)!!! read more

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My sister and I both had foot surgery on the same day with Dr. Fishman, and it truly ended up being the best experience we could have asked for. He repaired two of my toes and took incredible care of both of us from start to finish. Dr. Fishman was professional, kind, and made us feel completely comfortable the whole time. He explained everything clearly and made what could have been a stressful day feel easy and smooth. And as a bonus (because my sister & I requested fun photos of surgery) he used his meta glasses to take photos and document how the surgery went, which was definitely a highlight to wake up to after surgery. The entire surgical team at Los Alamitos + Fishman's staff was also amazing and super helpful throughout everything! Everything went perfectly, and we're so grateful for the care we received. I honestly wouldn't trust anyone else with our toes but Dr. Fishman. Highly recommend! read more

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Maya was so accommodating. She made sure I felt comfortable with everything. Thank you Maya!

Doctor Fishman is an excellent doctor and surgeon. He truly cares about his patients and takes time to explain and answer any concerns they may have. Doctor Fishman has been my doctor for the last 10 years and am truly grateful for the quality care that I have received. read more

I'd like to say how grateful and blessed I've been to have the opportunity finally meeting an incredible and amazing Dr Fishman and his wonderful office staff. He was the best and only Dr to help me through a difficult transition. Offering to do the surgery to finally start improving the condition and health healing process of my foot. I had many consultations with numerous surgeons before finally consulting with Dr Fishman. Dr Fishman has been very professional compassionate understanding and informative at each appointment supporting my concerns and meeting all my needs answering all questions. I've been very pleased and impressed with his time willingness and commitment to help me decide on surgery. I had a failed half done double neuroma surgery with a past orthopedic surgeon. The past surgeon caused deformities and Injuries to my bone that caused stiffness pan swelling and inability to walk or put weight on my foot for the last 7 months. I developed Complex regional pain syndrome and venous insufficiency from the last surgeon. Dr Fishman explained and examined my foot and took x-rays including a nerve test. All procedures were done in the convenience of his office. Dr Fishman took a great interest and was willing to proceed with surgery. He discussed my options and the best care treatment plan and outcome. I was extremely nervous and anxious due to my complex and complicated case and difficult outcome from a previous surgery that left me with disabilities and a very limited physical/active life with severe complications. My mental health was declining after months of pain and failed therapies from past Dr's. Thankful to Dr Fishman for providing me with another chance to live an independent active healthier life again. The surgery was extremely successful in more ways than I could possibly imagine or expect. Never once was I in pain after surgery. I never had to take pain medication. I had very little swelling. Being able to wiggle my toes for the first time in 7 months and walked on my foot the day after surgery. Dr Fishman has a very gentle hand removing stitches and administering different injections. Absolutely tolerable and comfortable for having my pain syndrome. This experience has helped each visit be more enjoyable compared to my past traumatic events. I have more confidence in future visits with Dr Fishman leading to improved outcome strengthening my ability to walking and returning to working again. Grateful thankful beyond words. RH. read more

i experienced a foot ulcer because of my diabetes. My first appointment as I expected / take of the wound/ medication/ watch I eat etc... As the appointment continues I realized how Dr. Fishman very passionate of his responsibilities and he truly Cares for his patients. Very intelligent and informative on my issues with my foot. Tha you very much for helping me. Also staff very helpful at the office read more

When Dr Fishman said he could help me, I was on board. No other podiatrist has uttered those magic words. My feet are kinda extra and Dr. Fishman has already performed a miracle with my big toe. He is professional, super competent, friendly, and honest. He will not tell you what you want to hear; he will tell you what you need to hear in order to move forward with better feet life. I will be returning to Dr. Fishman in future for several more procedures and I look forward to the same level of care that I experienced with my first procedure. read more

Awesome care !! Got my steroid shot with dr fishman and he literally made it painless!!

I'm so fortunate that I was connected with Dr. Fishman. I've been through at least 4 different podiatrist's. Dr. Fishman is , by far, the best I have had work with me. He repaired my severe hammer toes. Before the repair, one of the toes got infected, and if I didn't see him Stat I could have lost it. If you have any foot problems Dr. Fishman is your Doctor!!!! read more

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I highly recommend Dr. Fishman if you have any foot or ankle issues. In addition to making excellent orthotics for me, he helped evaluate and treat a persistent ankle issue and various issues caused by chemo-related neuropathy. He is thorough and takes the time to explain his diagnosis, treatment options, and potential outcomes. In an era where much of health care feels like a rushed assembly line, Dr. Fishman stands out as one of the best medical professionals I've seen. His assisting staff is also wonderful. read more

Best foot care in my life. I have a Club Foot and Dr Fishman has help my to walk pain free.

Dr. Fishman will set you straight. His office is great, super clean and well designed. He makes great hiring decisions, as his staff is bright and super easy to work with. Now, let's get right to the point, Most of what I just wrote doesn't exactly matter...people go to a specialist for a very specific issue (usually pain) and Dr. Mike really knows his stuff. He was extremely honest with me about the possible treatment plans for my foot issue, and he didn't sugarcoat anything. He is direct without being a jerk, in fact, he's gentle and kind. He has some state of the art equipment for diagnostics, and he gave me a really great short term alternative plan of care for my foot. If you need a foot doc, this is the one. read more

I am still mid treatment for my stubborn plantar fasciitis, but I really can't recommend Dr Fishman and his staff enough. I feel like they're listening and thoughtful, plus Dr Fishman explains everything and offers many options before surgery. Also the foot cream he sells is extremely effective. I was hesitant about the price but my feet are so smooth and hydrated now. read more

When I first came in to see the Doc, my feet were in bad shape. Doc gave it to me straight, what to do, what's the next step, after 2 visit treatment s, Wow I'm walking and NO pain at all. Next step is surgery to take of foot/ toes issues forever. Thanks Doc for everything. Feet are important in life, especially pain free. read more

Dr. Fishman is the real deal! He believes in listening to the patient. I told him I had gout. He just said let's take a look. He said yup that's scout. He knew right away. Gave me a shot and I've been walking great ever sense. The other doctors all told me I need to be on medication and I need to stay off my foot and weren't willing to do anything for me. This doctor is amazing. If I could recommend anyone to the highest, it would be Dr. Michael Fishman. His team of staff are pleasant and helpful. It's the easiest thing to come and see him. Don't wait if you have any needs for your feet. This is the man to see. He's very knowledgeable. He dedicates his life to ensure that people are able to walk better. He gets a 10 star from me. read more

My husband and I were looking for a new foot doctor and thankfully found Dr. Michael Fishman. Not long after that I tripped on a curb and broke my foot and had to have surgery to have a screw put in the bone. He did an amazing job! I also was feeling unbalanced, developed calluses and a few of my toes were hurting. This was all due to the Orthotics I had bought through my previous doctor. I decided to buy new Orthotics from Dr. Fishman. His method of casting and making a mold for my feet has made all the difference in the world and I now feel balanced again. He is kind, caring and very knowledgeable We are so happy we found him. Thank you, Dr. Fishman! H & J P. read more

Michael Fishman, DPM, MS - Dr. Fishman did a perfect job on my foot surgery! I can't feel anything and my foot feels strong again! - Podiatrists Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

I have been a patient of Dr. Fishman for many years. I cannot recommend him enough. He has saved my feet and in turn, alleviated my back pain too. All my kids and wife have had inserts made and use them devotedly. Recently I had a burst tendon and Dr. Fishman diagnosed the problem immediately and had me in surgery and healing in no time. He is always super attentive and explains the process in detail. During the surgery, he discovered a major case of gout and referred me to another excellent Doctor. Together they were able to get me into a program involving a new treatment. This changed my foot health and joint health immensely! I am back to being active and doing the things my wife and I love. You will not be disappointed with the level of care provided by Dr. Fishman and his staff. Thank you Doctor ! read more

Dr. Fishman is very gentle and caring. He took his time making sure all of the nerves in my big toe were completely numb before removing my toenail. I felt nothing but the first little poke with the needle to inject the numbing solution. I feel important when I go there and he Thoroughly explains everything to me. I would definitely recommend Dr. Fishman. read more

I can't express how awesome Dr. Fishman is. I went to see him after i started to have major ankle pain from an injury while attending a fitness boot camp. Turns out that I had a partially rupture achilles tendon. This was caused by a bone spur on the back of my ankle. After jumping thru hoops with my insurance i was able to get surgery to repair the tendon and shave down the spur. Dr. Fishman is so kind and personable that I had no worries or stress that all would work out. Now here it is 10 yrs later and no issues. I know i have gone to long but i am just now replacing the orthotics he made for me. If I could I would give him 10 starts!!! read more

OK I want to start off by saying that I personally have a history of working in the operating room! I work with various surgeons and I've been doing it for 21 years! Never have I ever met a Doctor Who has been as professional and caring as Dr. Fishman! I love how he treats his patients. I love the time that he takes to take care of his patients and doing what is right and what is best for the patient! So this is why I l chose him, To be MY doctor for my family! He has been so patient, caring and professional at all times! Your staff is fantastic, and very personable! Thank you Dr. Fishman, You're my favorite podiatrist!! Jaqueline Diehl read more

I went to Dr. Fishman for my hammer toes. This after previously having my feet seen by another Podiatrist. Some of my toes were amputated at the first joint others completely, This same doctor wanted to continue major surgery on my other foot, after having decided this was the only course of action that would take care of the other hammer toes. Well it wasn't, only I didn't know this at the time. My wife insisted that I should get another opinion, that's where Dr Fishman came in. Dr Fishman suggested another course of action, something called a tenotomy, where instead of taking part of the bone out, a cut on the tendon of the toe is made and releases tension which in turn changes the shape from what it was to flat. Instead of doing this in a hospitals' surgical suite it's done in the office, with very little chance of infection. I didn't mention that during the last surgery prior to this I had a blood infection which put me in the hospital for 8 days. read more

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I came in with a patient (I'd like their identity to remain anonymous) and when I say we were treated with the upmost respect we truly were. The entire experience was exceptional from scheduling the appointment to the procedure of an ingrown toenail. Dr. Fishman's work is impeccable. More so, I'd like to highlight Ms. Danielle R.'s customer service. Ms. Danielle was beyond polite, patient, and most importantly respectful. Ms. Danielle answered all our questions and made us feel validated with what we asking. Ms. Danielle didn't make us feel like we were just another procedure. Thank you and shoutout to Ms. Danielle. Dr. Fishman, Ms. Danielle is truly an asset to your office. Thank you all for an upstanding experience. read more

Dr. Fishman is the best! I'm glad I went to him. My surgery went great! No pain medication was needed after the surgery either. Dr. Fishman did a fantastic job on my foot. His office is super clean and the staff is also very nice. When I woke up after the surgery first thing I noticed was a sticker on my operated foot, which made me laugh so hard.. he approved me LOL Dr. Fishman is funny, good looking and very professional. It's been 3 months since the surgery and my foot is healed and there is barely any scarring. I would highly recommend him to anybody! Thanks so much Doctor keep up with the good job! Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year! read more

Michael Fishman, DPM, MS - On the way home from the hospital - Podiatrists Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

I have never enjoyed doctors until I met Dr. Fishman. As a young female athlete, I desperately needed immediate relief after my foot randomly swelled up one evening, his staff immediately got me in the following day. After a few visits, it was decided that my sesamoid bone needed to be removed. I asked Dr. Fishman the weirdest questions I could conjure up to hopefully discredit his knowledge and reliability however his expertise proved he is the best Podiatrist and is truly skilled at his craft. Danielle Rivera, Practice Manager, is equally another important factor that ultimately put me at ease and comfort in choosing Dr. Fishman as my surgeon. She is unbelievably kind, caring, honest, and sympathetic. She assisted with insurance, surgery facility, and post operation care and questions. My employer required signed paperwork in order to allow me to come back to work which Danielle quickly and charismatically returned. Everyone told me to get a second opinion, but I didn't need one after visiting with Dr. Fishman, this practice deserves all the 5 star reviews and more. read more

Michael Fishman, DPM, MS - 4 day post op - Podiatrists Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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I have to say a big WOW to Dr Fishmsn and his staff. I came to Dr Fishmans office about 2 months ago with severe pain on my right ankle and foot area.It was so bad I had a very hard time walking. The front office staff was so welcoming and they have a great sense of humor. Dr Fishman was able to diagnose my situation very quickly and began a course of treatment which included foot correcting orthotics. I can now walk normally on my right foot again and am so grateful to Dr.Fishman. Dr.Fishman is very compassionate,extremely professional,someone who can be trusted and in my opinion the best podiatrist anywhere. He is very dedicated to his field. Please don't waist your time going else where. Just look at the reviews,they speak volumes to the kind of practice Dr Fishman has. I will only trust Dr Fishman with all my podiatry needs in the future Thank you Dr. Fishman and staff read more

Dr. Fishman's entire office is wonderful! He seems to keep to the schedule and I have never had to wait long for my appointment. I have been struggling with foot pain since 2017 and have not had anyone provide a successful treatment. Dr. Fishman has given me a new diagnosis it seems all the other podiatrists missed. I'm awaiting the results of a nerve test and anticipating a continued pursuit of healing, exploring various options for treatment. read more

Dr. Fishman and his team are first class! I was recently treated by him for a ruptured Achilles' tendon. It was unfortunate timing due to circumstances with our insurance, but Dr. Fishman assured me he would give me the best treatment at cost that was manageable. His assurance was most welcomed. Not only did he repair this major injury, but also went far above and beyond by placing a graft around the tendon to ensure long term success, all while staying within his original quote. That alone is worth 5 stars, but compound that with his 24/7 availability and amazing compassion for my recovery and you have a Dr. that I would happily refer all my friends and family to. Thank you Dr. Fishman for all you've done! read more

Exceptional team, Dr. Fishman and Lilly! The office is very well maintained and clean. The customer service is great. From the moment the Dr walks in, he will make you feel comfortable and welcoming. He doesn't rush you and takes his time to know and understand what your needs are. I left and forgot to ask for a Dr note and called to request it. Within an hour, it was in my email box. I would definitely come back and recommend anyone to him. read more

I'm beyond thankful I found Dr. fishman. What an amazing experience I've been having with him and his office. I have been dealing with plantar fasciitis for months in fear of getting a steroid shot that I desperately needed. I had it prior, but had the most terrible experience with the pain of the shot with another office and physician THEN I found Dr. Fishman. I finally convinced myself to get the shot and what a total 360 from my first experience. Incomparable. A tiny bit of pain but not from the needle!! He was beyond gentle. I COULDNT BELIEVE IT!! Dr. Fishman has big muscles but very gentle hands. I was amazed on how painless this experience was with him. I'm beyond thankful. The teddy bear he handed me helped as well. I highly recommend him!!! Thank you, Dr. Fishman.!! read more

My 10 year old daughter has suffered from re accruing ingrown toe nails. After going into podiatrists office and meeting with a doctor that wanted to put my her under anesthesia to remove her ingrown nail. I was scared and gave up on looking for a while. I'm thankful we found Dr. Fishman. He was gentle and made the whole process for my daughter pleasant. Only local anesthesia was needed of course. We're happy we found him and would definitely recommend him. read more

Went today to get a ingrown toenail, taken care of. Super easy he was very careful with the anesthetic. Hardly even felt the needle. Everything was clean and sterile.. he took the time to explain how to take care of the wound was not rushed at all. The staff was excellent and very polite. Very helpful. read more

Dr. Fishman is an excellent, caring and kind doctor. I had a Matrixectomy done on my toenail a few months ago. He explained everything he was doing as he did my procedure. He gave me detailed instructions on how to care for my toenail after my procedure. The office always replies back promptly with any questions or concerns I have. I highly recommend Dr. Fishman if you're looking for a podiatrist who's very knowledgeable, caring, kind and friendly. read more

My story started with a fungus on my big toe, left untreated for years. I finally decided to do something about it, I went to my doctor, she gave me a prescription and the fungus disappeared. But my story doesn't end here, the nail never grew the same, instead it decided to grow everywhere. Yes, you guessed it, ingrown too. Out of the sudden, I had a big red, swollen, toe, hurt like nobody's business, I mean it had a beating heart, no joke. My doctor recommended Dr Fishman, so you could say I was lucky like that, didn't do a lot of research on it. But i had the best experience, Dr Fishman performed a surgery fast, clean, really slow, no pain. The stuff is super attentive and nice, from the receptionist to the nurse. I almost can't wait to hear someone mentioning a foot problem so I can recommend Dr Fishman. The nail he fixed looks better than my regular one! read more

Michael Fishman, DPM, MS - Podiatrists Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

dr fishman's podiatry practice provides excellent pre and post operative scheduling and care. his specific attention and patience to pain mitigation is important in the sensitive foot region, especially with surgical matter. . highly recommend read more

I am really impressed with Dr. Fishman. He's very professional and listens to your concerns. Both my daughter and I saw him for our foot pain. In addition, the front office (particularly Gigi) is so helpful. I highly recommend them. read more

My son was told to see a podiatrist by a walk-in care facility for an ingrown toenail that had turned bad from waiting too long. I immediately got on Yelp to find the best podiatrist in town. Dr. Fishman's reviews were all excellent and current. I called Dr. Fishman's office on a Thursday and he was seen the following Monday. Lily, who answered the phone, was super nice, beyond helpful and confirmed my son's health insurance was accepted. I was able to download the registration forms off Dr. Fishman's website before the appointment, so it made things go easy the day of the appointment. So, I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Fishman as a podiatrist! He was so friendly, nice, and explained everything that he was doing during the procedure of caring for the ingrown toenail. He made sure my son was doing good during the procedure and was very attentive to how my son was handling it. Dr. Fishman made sure everything was clean and sterile. It was a painless procedure, due to Dr. Fishman's care and taking his time. Dr. Fishman's assistant during the procedure (I want to say her name is Kayla, but not for sure) was super nice and sweet too. They both made my son and I feel comfortable and at ease. The after care of the wound was explained well and they gave written instructions, along with all the ointment, gauze and stuff needed to care for it (you can purchase it from them or go buy it yourself). I cannot say enough good things about Dr. Fishman and his staff. I wish all doctor's office's were run as smooth and well as this! Not to mention the friendly atmosphere! I highly recommend Dr. Fishman!!! read more

So glad I went to see Dr Fishman!! He & his staff are super nice & professional & the office is clean & convenient. That's great & definitely a show stopper but really this is all about what an amazing dr & experience I've had! I went to dr Fishman with a sore big toe - he immediately knew the issue but had me go over to his super Xray machine to confirm within minutes - I didn't have to go somewhere else to get X-rays. He told me I'd need bunion surgery- which didn't entirely surprise me. Dr Fishman gave me a recovery timeline & all of the details of the surgery making sure that I understood everything. He explained my X-rays & drew me pictures of what he was going to do. It wasn't about the bunion it was about the lack of cartilage to cause pain because my big toe didn't move. While other doctors had told me about fusing my toe & not running again - that was never the plan with Dr Fishman. I'd be getting a staple & back to running in 8 weeks. It's now been 6 weeks since surgery & I already got a short run in this past Saturday- per his full release! I felt great & am so happy I went to Dr Fishman! Believe me, if you have foot pain & can get to Dr Fishman - do it, you won't be sorry! read more

Michael Fishman, DPM, MS - Before & after - Podiatrists Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

Talk about a great bedside manner, Dr. Fishman is top-shelf. Would recommend him in a heartbeat.