With all the advances medicine offers today, the rate of change in accepting new procedures always seems to lag behind.  We have been fortunate in seeing patients from all over the United States, and even countries in Europe.  Creating unique procedures like my Aesthetic Toe Shortening™ and The Cinderella Procedure™ provide my patients with the most advanced techniques available in Podiatric Medicine today, but the problem is I am located in Los Angeles, California.

Cities we have proudly served patients from

That is why we have implemented an Out of State Program in our office that makes your experience as easy as possible.  Once you contact the office and talk to our office administrator Shu Shu, she will begin the process for you.  This usually involves getting digital photos of your feet, and a brief history of the problem and what you are looking to correct emailed to our office.  Once this is done, we will co-ordinate xrays in radiology center close to where you live, and those images will be sent here digitally for review.  Then Shu Shu will make an appointment for a telephone consultation and we will talk in person about your problem, and what you are looking for with surgery.

If you are a good candidate for surgery, and we have reviewed your options, and answered all of your questions, we can pursue scheduling the rest of the process and schedule you for your trip to Los Angeles.

We will arrange our car to pick you up from the airport and take you to your hotel.  One the day of surgery, you will be picked up by our car that will take you to and from the surgery center.  Because I respect quality over everything else, we will help arrange your lodging in Los Angeles so that you can be here for the short Post Operative recovery period and when you leave the risk of infection is not a concern.

Shu Shu will be your concierge, walking you through the entire process, advising you of all fees, related expenses, and working with you to co-ordinate dates, and recommned hotel and post-op care appointments.  A packet containing consents, pre and post-operative instructions will be sent to you prior to your visit, so that you can review it at your convenience.

In order to help our Out-of-State patients have the most seamless experience possible, I have incorporated some really cool technology to keep our virtual consultations “personal”.  Now you can Skype, AIM, or iChat Video Conference with me so that we can meet via video before you make your trip to Los Angeles.

This has improved the post-operative experience as well.  Patients can now see their doctor rather than wait for a call back or an email.  Consistent with everything we do in our practice, innovations that make your experience as easy and comfortable as possible are top priority.

If you do not have Skype you can download the application and activate an account by clicking the icon to the left or going to this site: http://www.skype.com/download/skype/macosx/

If you do not have AIM you can download the application and activate an account by clicking the icon to the left or going to this site: http://dashboard.aim.com/aim

Once you have consulted with our office administrator Shu Shu, she will co-ordinate a date and time that we can Skype Video, iChat AV, or AIM Video conference and discuss your procedure.

Of course you can always request an appointment online by visiting our online appointment portal here:
Request an Appointment

Once again, thank you for giving us the chance to provide you with the best Foot Surgery has to offer.

It’s not just about the surgery… it’s about all the details that make your surgery the finest experience.  We want to make sure that your accommodations in Los Angeles are pleasant, and close to us so that we can make sure you have access to the best after-care.  Here is a list of recommended accommodations close to our offices.  Please feel free to post feedback on the site for future patients.

Click on the link or photo to be taken to the site.

Four Seasons Beverly Wilshire

In the heart of Beverly Hills – steps from renowned Rodeo Drive shops – this historic hotel buzzes with vitality from dramatic renovations, blending tradition and trend. See-and-be-seen dining and glamorous events are balanced by quiet, personal comfort in the spa, the pool and luxury guest rooms. Thoughtful Four Seasons care warms every moment.

Beverly Wilshire presents 395 fresh, contemporary guest rooms, including 137 suites. Some accommodations open onto furnished balconies, and many showcase spectacular views of Rodeo Drive, the Hollywood Hills and the Los Angeles skyline.

http://www.fourseasons.com/beverlywilshire/

 

Montage Beverly Hills

Drawing inspiration from the Spanish Colonial Revival, this stunning urban retreat recalls the grand private estates of Southern California’s finest hour. Situated just steps from Rodeo Drive, Montage Beverly Hills offers a timeless experience borne of a devotion to beauty and elegance.

A union of elegant style and modern-day luxury, Montage Beverly Hills is comprised of 201 guestrooms, including 55 expansive suites. Among them: two 2,000-square-foot Presidential Suites, as well as Garden Suites, Corner Suites and the Governors Suite, which is easily combined with a Presidential Suite to create a four-bedroom residence.  Each room is equipped with thoughtful amenities, such as a Gentleman’s Valet, plush Turkish cotton terry robes, and electronically-controlled lighting, temperature and drapery systems. And for moments of quiet reflection, panoramic views of Beverly and Canon Drives or the Montage gardens can be enjoyed from many of the rooms’ balconies.

http://www.montagebeverlyhills.com/

Marriott Sherman Oaks

As seen on hit shows such as “CSI” and “24″, experience the comfort and elegance of the award winning Courtyard by Marriott, Los Angeles/Sherman Oaks. Sleep well with triple sheeted Serta pillow top mattresses, down blankets and pillows. Rooms feature refrigerator and complimentary high speed internet access. Bathrooms with granite countertops, curved shower rods, Egyptian cotton towels, and brand certified amenities. Offering a relaxing dining environment, 24-hour room service, (limited overnight), lobby lounge with wide screen televisions. Fully equipped business library, with free computers, printer, and Internet for all registered guests. Town Car Service available.

http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/laxsf-courtyard-los-angeles-sherman-oaks/

 


 

Taking care of our environment should be just as a much a priority as taking care of ourselves.  That is why I have always held my practice to the highest standards when it comes to the environmental footprint it leaves with our day-to-day operations.

When I built our concept office in Studio City, I made sure that every detail was looked at, and improved, to reduce it’s environmental impact.  We documented this process and I named it the Environmentally Proactive Practice (EPP).  This algorithm would serve as a the blueprint for other doctors to modernize their practices and reduce their waste and effect on our planet.

It is important to clarify that taking care of the environment does not require a compromise in luxury.  That has and always will be the premise of my practice.  Our patients deserve the best that medicine and technology has to offer, without the guilt of participating in the irresponsible littering of the eco-sphere  That is why we invested thousands of dollars and took our entire computer system off the grid with solar panels.

Our New Patient Courtesy Transport 2009 Biodiesel Mercedes-Benz R320

And, for the next step, it gives me great pleasure to introduce a new concept and service I have implemented to improve the quality of care, and experience our patients receive… the Biodiesel Luxury Patient Limo Service.

This service is a first in medicine and in luxury transportation.  In early November 2009, all of our surgical patients will be picked up and taken home from their surgery by our in-house Mercedes Benz R320 BlueTec Diesel.  This is no ordinary diesel however.  We all remember diesel cars as being smelly, noisy and slow.  BlueTec technology has changed all that.

As many of us know, diesel engines are more fuel efficient, and provide more miles per gallon (MPG) than standard gasoline engines.  More miles on one take of gas, means less emissions into our atmosphere.  But, Mercedes BlueTec technology has taken it one step further.  BlueTec is the name Mercedes Benz has given their new clean Diesel engines.  This system removes Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) from the exhaust before they are released into our air.  In the presence of sunlight, NOx molecules react with Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) to create smog.  Children, people with lung diseases such as asthma, and people who work or exercise outside are susceptible to adverse effects of smog such as damage to lung tissue and reduction in lung function.  From the manufacturer, this car is one of the greenest cars on the road; reduced emissions via fuel efficiency and the clean exhaust system.

BlueTec Techonolgy means 700 miles on 1 tank of fuel

But for us, that still wasn’t good enough…

Our car runs on biodiesel.  Biodiesel is diesel fuel made from organic oil (vegetable oil).  When made correctly (not using fossil-fuels, rather pre-used organic oils instead) biodiesel is the cleanest and greenest fuel available.  What this means is Biodiesel can be made with oils obtained from vegetables, algae, or even coffee.

As we begin, we will use one of three local biodiesel stations to fuel our car, but in the near future we will have out own biodiesel refinement unit and will be able to make our own biodiesel from waste vegetable oil that is donated from local restaurants.

This model eliminates 75% of the footprint involved in procuring, refining, transporting and selling fuel.  It also eliminates our dependancy on oil since the base ingredient in our fuel is used vegetable oil which is currently taken away and disposed of after use by almost every restaurant in Los Angeles.

Luxurious, Green and Safe.

Our car is clean, green and luxurious.  The R class is a low slung hybrid sedan.  It’s a cross between an SUV and a sedan, providing our patients with plenty of room to stretch and relax after their surgical experience.  Built in WiFi will provide you with access to the internet on the go, so that our professional, or out-of-state patients can connect and conduct their internet sensitive tasks.  Our cars will be outfitted with the finest amenities and filtered water in Kleen Kanteen flasks that are available for purchase so that you can have your own BPA free reusable water bottle.  Locally made organic treats made by Ingredients™ will nourish you on your trip back from your surgery.

But environmentally sensitive luxury is meaningless if safety is compromised.  That is why we chose Mercedes Benz, a well known car company with an impeccable track record of building the safest cars on the road.  All of our drivers are CPR certified and every car will have an on board AED (Automated Electronic Defibrillator) in case of an unexpected emergency.

I am confident that this new service that we provide to all of our surgical patients will raise the bar in medicine and pamper you with another responsible yet luxurious service from Beverly Hills Aesthetic Foot Surgery.

* a special thank you to Chris Chong and George Bik at Mercedes Benz of Encino.  These fine gentlemen help procure the first in our fleet of Biodiesel Patient Transport Limos.