Patient Reviews of University Foot and Ankle Institute

I felt very confident as I have been to UFAI previously and was very satisfied then and feel the same way now. The Dr. Shahdad was very thorough with his explanation and very professional - the staff as well.

Dr Franson told me he will take care of me as patient t. He really did! His team is very helpful and the instruction is very clear! I am very grateful the process I have been through and have a good recover!

I waited far too long to have my toe examined out of fear that the surgery and recovery would be excruciating. My arthritis had progressed in my big toe and I had a toe joint replacement. Dr. Briskin, his staff, and Gray in PT were knowledgeable and patient regarding my post-op care and recovery. Now 7 weeks out, the pain is minimal and I am back walking and doing many of my normal low impact activities. I would definitely recommend UFAI to others and come back for myself if ever needed.

Doctor and staff knowledgeable and experienced. Everything attended to efficiently. Treatments offered with benefits and risks and future expectations of each explained. Evidence based. Personal knowledge of performing the surgeries and watching recoveries of different options inspires confidence in skills and abilities. I’m grateful for the opportunity to come to UFAI.

Dr. Saeedi is awesome! He guided me through treatment that healed an open wound on the bottom of my foot. He's kind, professional and very friendly. He knows his stuff and was very proactive in getting me healed. The office staff is also proactive in setting up appointments and referrals. They are also friendly and kind. I actually look forward to going to their office, even in the middle of this pandemic.Jacob Fletcher

The staff seem very nice but due to covid definitely made it harder No one answered the phone to let me into the office or at least acknowledge that I was there for my appointment. After waiting 5 minutes without anyone picking up or answering I called the main office so they could let them know I was waiting outside After 15 minutes of not hearing anything a patient left and I went in to make sure they knew I was there. Other than that part, everyone was nice and efficient

I have been back to physical therapy now for a couple of weeks. Lydia has been working with me on my balance and mobility in my ankles and toes. She is amazing and really knows her stuff. She encourages me to do better but never forces me to do more than I can handle. My only complaint is that she isn't in the office enough. It is much harder to get an appointment with her that works with my work schedule. I used to see her first thing in the morning before heading to work. Now she is only in the office 3 days a week and in the afternoon and evenings. I've been going after work but a lot of times my feet are in so much pain that I can't do much of the strengthening and balance exercises. I hope that she is back full time real soon!

I have had flat feet and problems related with this issue for decades. But no one ever looked into the problem head-on as did Dr. Sherdad Saeedi. No one in 3 decades.Off the bat, first encounter, he showed me through x-rays what exactly the issues are and the ways to treat pain related to flat-footedness. #1 was to get specific orthotics.It worked the first day! I hit the courts the first day & whoa: what a relief.Plan to get another pair asap.And continue consulting with the good Doc now on.I might even accompany him for his NGO to help children with Orthopedic problems in areas he provides free services.He is that impressive.robin Gangopadhya, La Crescenta, CA