Dr. Rizzo is the best. I want to let everyone know he is no longer practicing in S F. He only practices in Walnut Creek now one day a week on Mondays. His lease in S.F. was not renewed. I have been traveling to Walnut Creek to see him. I have been seeing him over 20 years. I really miss him being in San Francisco. read more

Sought out a podiatrist in SF to address a reoccurring plantar wart that has been taking intermittent residence on the bottom of my right foot since I was 5 years old (I know, ew!). I'd get it treated, it'd go away for a few years, then come back more stubborn and painful than before. It now qualified as "treatment resistant" and I was worried I'd reached the end of the line in my options to keep it at bay. Dr Rizzo acknowledge that this thing was stubborn, and recommended a locally injected med that was reserved for warts after most other treatment options have been utilized. My concern was the cost, and that I was at that time unemployed and uninsured. He worked out a very reasonable treatment option that I was able to pay for out-of-pocket. No surprise charges, no wheeling and dealing, no shaken fists at insurance company payment struggles. Came back for my appt and was made comfortable in a reclining chair. Received numbing spray and an a local anesthetic injection, and then the med was injected all in and around the wart (honestly didn't feel more than a quick pinch and some pressure). I had some mild-moderate pain for 2 days, but was still able to work. Over the next 3 weeks the spot turned black and fell off. But wait.... it didn't work! I called him bummed that it was still there. He had me come back, free of charge, and injected a bit more of the med. And this time, SUCCESS! My feet have been smooth and pain free over the 4 mos since that last appt. I'll tell ya, this guy is truly in it to treat his patients. It was such a relief to find a doctor that I could trust while uninsured. This is how medicine should be. I'm so happy I found such an amazing podiatrist. read more

Dr. Rizzo was very patient and spent alot of time explaining the mechanics of the foot and how some simple stretches could help to elongate the hamstring. He also helped with some toenail fungus, and sent a nail sample to the lab to verify that it was in fact a fungus, and gave me several recommendations for treatment. He was informative and friendly throughout the visit. I didn't feel rushed at all. Dr. Rizzo personally called me to follow up on my visit and to check up on any medications that I would be needing. He's a personable and caring doctor. read more

I went into Dr. Rizzo's office for, in my opinion, a VERY bad ingrown toenail. I'm only 20 and its been like that for at least 10 years, no joke. Well, I don't have any medical insurance, so his office suggested I go to St. Anthony's downtown where he can do the same work I needed, but for free. The times he was down there didn't fit my schedule because I'm in school. Dr. Rizzo was able to help me, giving quite a bit of a discount for removing my toenail and such at his office in west portal. When I called to schedule an appointment I was able to come in day of! Amazing. Everyone at his office and him of course are soooo nice and comforting. I was scared to death to get the procedure done, but Dr. Rizzo talked me through it and we slow enough so that I wouldn't freak out. He did everything so gracefully, if I may say. Then again, he's been practicing for many a years. All in all, Dr. Rizzo is great! read more

Dr. Rizzo is fantastic! He has been so unbelievably helpful through all of my serious foot issues. He is so kind and does his best to help in whatever way he can. Dr.Rizzo goes above and beyond to ensure the best care for his patients. He has helped me deal with my plantar fasciitis and I am so thankful! read more

Can't do surgery, didn't really have his own office, was just kind of using the clinic at Stonestown until he found something else. He had to refer me to another doctor in the clinic to repair my bunion, although this seems like straight podiatry stuff. Still, I got a hefty bill and hounding phone calls at 8:00 AM to get me to pay it. I think you can do better. read more

WOW. My 16yr old football player son has been playing with an ingrown toenail for a few weeks. The toe became infected and after seeing his primary doctor we were told the nail would have to be partially removed. We couldn't get in to the recommended podiatrist until tomorrow, but I had heard Dr. Rizzo's name and saw his sign when driving home. The front office staff was so helpful. She got in touch with Dr. Rizzo and scheduled an appointment for us about 2 hours after I called. My son was apprehensive, especially when his friends told him it would be very painful and a needle was involved. Dr. Rizzo was great. He has an upbeat, friendly bedside manner. He was very professional and worked magic because my son didn't complain about the shot, and never felt the nail removed. The toe was medicated, taped and my son went off to watch practice, planning to actually practice tomorrow. I watched the entire procedure, and it was very efficient. The nail bed was clean and the remaining tissue looked healthy before it was wrapped up. My son is not having any difficulty with it tonight. Our wait in the office was about 10 min. The entire appointment took 1/2 hour! Another young athlete was leaving as we arrived and when I talked to Dr. Rizzo he said he specialized with athletes and foot and ankle problems. I recommend Dr. Rizzo highly. He's great. read more

Fantastically fixes funky feet fast!!! (For a fair fee.)

Dr. Rizzo is one of the best podiatrists I've met. He is very knowledgeable and can recommend effective treatments for common feet maladies such as warts and fungus. I've had a very persistent planter's wart that resisted all treatments until Dr. Rizzo recommended Bleomisen treatment, which worked right away. My fungus is gone as well. read more

Feeling guilty that it has taken me this long to write a review but better late than never, right? Went to see Dr. Rizzo in September 2011 for unbelievably painful arch pain that was preventing me from running and he hooked me up with awesome orthotics that literally, overnight, cured me! He was very knowledgeble and had some really practical effective suggestions for my foot pain while I was waiting for the miracle cure to arrive. Once they did, the office called and got me back in for a fitting quickly so I could get back out pounding the pavement. I can honestly say I have not experienced any pain since. read more

In the 41 years I've lived in San Francisco, I have been to 3 podiatrists. The first one was so-so, the second did not impress me at all, but now I have found Dr. Mario Rizzo. I want to call him Super Mario! Yesterday was the first tine I saw him, and he made me feel so comfortable, like old friends. I wish he were my primary care physician. He really cares about the patient, answering all my questions, telling me different things about my feet. Not one of those other 2 podiatrists checked both of my feet so thoroughly for foot problems. The second one only asked ME if I had any other problems, and if I said no, that was that. I would recommend Dr. Rizzo to anyone for podiatry, and I already have!!! And, his office is only a few steps from the West Portal MUNI station! read more

I have had bad feet for a long time, making walking around town a question of how much pain I could take. The orthotics made by Dr Rizzo have made walking around something I do now for pleasure. read more

Happy staff and painless treatment. Dr Rizzo even started a bit early so I could get to work on time. They're wonderful.

Visited Dr. Rizzo for the first time. He was able to painlessly address a serious ingrown toenail and a related callus that I was not aware existing. Appreciate that he took the time to give he a complete exam, evaluate my footware and give me demonstrate some stretching exercises that will help me in the longer fun. He and his office staff were friendly and efficient. I will definately see him again as needed! read more

Amazing doctor. He knew my issues just by looking at the way I walked. He helped me to attain a better quality of life. Wonderful staff and easy location. Definitely recommend him to anybody in search of a good doctor. I am very thankful I found him. read more

Mario Rizzo is super kind- funny- listens to your concerns- and care for you as if you were his own daughter. So happy to have found such a good foot man! read more

Dr. Rizzo has been treating me in SF for about five years for a recurring problem. Without his skill and experience, this issue would have required foot surgery. With my recommendation, my wife went to him and he helped her so much with her foot problem that is completely different than mine. Beyond his terrific skill and knowledge as a podiatrist, Dr. Rizzo is among the nicest and gentlest doctors that I know. Jessica, who handles the administrative work, couldn't be nicer or prompter in returning calls. I couldn't give any doctor a higher recommendation. read more

Dr. Mario Rizzo and his wife, Jessica, (plus their staff), were very accommodating to my daughter's foot problem. His wife was particularly supportive and kind to my daughter when she was having pain. I would highly recommend Dr. Rizzo for his efficiency and professionalism. Thanks for all you do! Patti M read more

Dr. Rizzo is hands down the best doctor I have ever been to. He has an incredible bedside manner, knows his stuff backward and forward, and really cares about his patients. One of his other patients in the waiting room saw me writhing in pain and said "don't worry - Dr. Rizzo is the best." I called Dr. Rizzo the morning of with the most painful toe infection (it sounds so pathetic! But it hurt SO MUCH). He and his fantastic receptionist got me in within an hour and then Dr. Rizzo immediately got to work diagnosing me with a crazy drug resistant staph infection. He shot my foot up with novocaine, and didn't even bat an eye as I puked everywhere. So glad he had the foresight to bring me a basin...this man is on top of it. He took the time to explain to me what was going on, what to expect, and what I should do next. He even told me to call him over the weekend in case I needed to - I have NEVER had a doctor return my call on a Saturday, particularly one who then so kindly talked me through everything. I am sending my entire family to Dr. Rizzo, along with anyone who every complains about their feet EVER. He is a total gem and I cannot recommend him highly enough. read more

I saw Dr. Rizzo about 6 weeks ago for a bad ingrown nail. He was awesome, friendly, and very gentle. He said it should take about 3/4 weeks to heal and sure enough it did and I'm all better now thanks to Dr. Rizzo. Oh and Jessica (Receptionist) was helpful when I made my appointment. This is a very professional office. read more

Yes. Dr. Rizzo's work with ingrown nails and all that stuff is great. But what I love him for is the pair of custom insoles he made for me that cleared up my back pain, gave me some arches, and are still working for me every day, ten years after I first got them. Thank you, Mario. I remember you with a smile every morning. read more

Have been looking for DPM for my bad nails I had for years. Talked Jessica and she took us in same day. Dr. Rizzo took his time and cut my thick nails and explained what I can do. I will go back to him again for follow up for my corns. Thank you. read more

Dr. Rizzo and his wife are a wonderful team. I've visited his Lafayette office twice and the results have been outstanding. He's knowledgeable, patient, and has a magic, tender touch with bad toenails. . The best care I've ever had for my feet. Richard L. Wren read more