Schools Out for Summer! er. Winter - Sorry Alice…read more So after school and just in time for the Holidays, my son and I were off to the Podiatrist to address a double ingrown toe nail on his other big toe. After awhile, soaking with Epsom salts and water (and with a peroxide finish) only gets you so far. But I was previously willing to go with it, as my son has a low tolerance for any medically-induced pain. Interestingly enough, that pain aversion doesn't extend to dentistry, although I haven't rented "Marathon Man" yet! Dr. Handwerker (and his assistant) had a patient, friendly and understanding approach to my son's unease. And I was impressed on how well my son "sucked it up" and got through the procedure. The other thing that might have kept him going, was Gayle's promise to take him to Build A Bear afterward. The only time Dr. Handwerker got a little impatient was when my son got chatty after the procedure and the good doctor insisted nicely that they mutual respect each other in terms of talking and listening in turn. The good Doctor was very confident and precise in what he was doing and his post-care instructions to me were very clear. Dr. Handwerker's Office is within an easy stroll of everything that is Downtown Orinda. It is located on the roof area of the Mechanic's Bank Building (across from Wells Fargo). Plentiful parking was available and access off and back onto Highway 24 was easy.

I'm a professional dog walker and spend 3-4 hours walking/hiking every day, so, the health of my…read morefeet is super important to me. Another dog walker who had been helped by him suggested I make an appt. with Dr. Handwerker. I've seen him three times in the last year for foot pain. He's done x-rays on my feet, and it turns out that I have extra bone growth on the right foot from the heel out toward my toes and also up my ankle toward my achilles tendon. Dr Handwerker's treatment has included his injecting my right foot with cortizone, taping my foot, advice on footwear and he has also given me cushioned inserts for my shoes. He's also given me a program of self-case, and, when I follow everything he tells me to do, I have little to no pain. The challenge for me is that when the pain goes away, so does my motivation to wrap my foot in an Ace bandage before hiking and roll it around on a ball on the floor, so sometimes the pain comes back for a bit before I clue in and get back on the program. Bottom line: he has designed a good program for me and given me really good care. Thanks, Dr. Handwerker!

My mother and I had a great experience with Dr. Ham! He took the time to thoroughly examine and…read moredescribe our nail conditions (toenail and fingernail) with possible treatments, then arrive at a plan for both of us. I really appreciated his hands-on care (so to speak! ;-) and knowing about Medicare's coverage of routine maintenance visits. We could not have asked for better care. Thank you, Dr. Ham!

I'm updating a previous review…read more In addition to being thorough, empathetic, and highly knowledgeable during our visit, Dr. V. went above and beyond to locate the appropriate healthcare resources to address my complex condition. Her dedication and attention to my needs did not go unnoticed. Highly recommend.

As a new patient, it is always hard to feel comfortable with a new doctor and office. Thankfully,…read moreLiliana and Vanessa set the stage for a very kind and streamlined process. Explaining in detail and leaving space for any questions that I may have. They were very thoughtful and showed genuine care. Upon meeting my new doctor. It was easy to see the quality of care, the type of care, and experience were genuine. Focused on ensuring I was part of the diagnosis process. All my concerns and questions were addressed. Although my ailment was not fixed. I sure felt better. The road to recovery starts at Bay Area Foot & Laser.

This was the first time I've ever needed to be seen by a podiatrist. It was easy making the…read moreappointment. I was seen at the appointed time with very little wait time. Dr. Huey was very prompt, professional, and very personable. Dr. Huey explained the problem with my toe and then was able to quickly fix the problem with no pain. It was a very positive experience.

Dr. Miyazaki treated my two ingrown tonails and my toes are pain free for the first time in years…read more The procedure is fast and pain free. I highly recommend her. She also does a great job fitting custom orthotics.

Quick, efficient, relieve my pain - I had an excellent…read moreexperience. First time seeing a podiatrist and I was surprised at how quickly the source of my pain was identified. I will be returning for follow-up care. I am happy to recommend Dr. Miyazaki for podiatric care!

I have Rheumatoid Arthritis which has been in remission for 17 years. However, this past Spring,…read moresomething happened with the medication I'd been using, and I had some breakthrough flares, including the joints of my toes at the balls of my feet. It felt as though I was walking on marbles. Dr McMillan-Gordon did a digital scan of my feet and had customized orthotics made to accommodate the sore joints, which are working wonderfully. No more pain and I can walk comfortably again. Expensive, but worth it.

Best Podiatrist ever!!!! Love this Doc, patient wonderful bedside manner. My daughter had an…read moreingrown toenail, and she was flipping out when she heard it needed to be taken out. Dr. McMillan-Gordon was patient with her. I swear I thought he was going to kick us out of his office, yes that is how dramatic my daughter was. He just kept calm and explained to her the importance of getting this taken care of. He kept explaining to her that the pain in her head was much worse than what it actually will be. I love this doctor, of course looking back at it now it was funny but during the actual visit, i was embarrassed, but Dr didnt even make me feel bad at all.

My son was a patient of Dr. Grimes in 2022. Our last appointment was canceled by Dr. Grimes, and we…read morenever received a follow-up call to reschedule. We ultimately decided to find another podiatrist closer to home and requested a copy of my son's medical records. Despite making more than a dozen phone calls over several months--during which I was frequently told I would receive a call back, but never did--I have yet to receive the records that were reportedly mailed to our home.

Dr. Grimes is a very good doc, listens, thorough, cares about his patients, and does push…read moreunnecessary treatments.

The laser and topical treatment for toe nail fungus was very effective and the office experience…read morewas very pleasant.

Have dealt with toenail fungus for years. Finally came to realization it needed to be dealt with,…read morewasn't going to magically disappear. Can't recommend Dr. Dupont enough. From first contact with staff to his consultation and ultimate toenail removal, it was a great experience. Dr. Dupont explains pros and cons of various treatment options in a clear and easy to understand way. He is friendly, funny and a pleasure to deal with. I walked in for a consult, and walked out (yes, walked) in no pain and so happy in a few months I'll have beautiful fungus-free toenails. The entire experience was outstanding from beginning to end. If you have foot and/or nail issues, look no further.

Total scam artists. they will get back to you right away. But are super evasive on giving you…read morereal costs. After sending them pictures and describing the desire to get an estimate on just two fungus toenails, they refused to give me a price over the phone. Instead, they want me to pay out of pocket for just an office visit ($175) and refused to tell me the cost of getting the two toe nail fungus issues taken care of. Really disappointed in what a waste of time they were. maybe they are good to use if you have insurance and don't care what the cost is. But they suck if one is just trying to get an accurate out of pocket cost.

Great treatment and staff. Highly recommend. Very thorough (which may help explain why she runs a…read morelittle late sometimes)

Both myself and my mom are patients over the years and Dr Ternus has always demonstrated his…read moreexpertise and compassion. Highly recommend physician!

Everything Went Well! The Doctor And His Staff Were Very Nice And Professional. I Will…read more Be Going Back And They Definitely Get Five Stars From Me.