The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors Near Me in Orange, CA

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The 20 Best Foot Drop Doctors near Orange, CA

Last Updated: 02/22/2026

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MediFind found 150 doctor with experience in Foot Drop near Orange, CA. Of these, 136 are Experienced and 14 are Advanced.

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    Ehsan Saadat
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    1310 West Stewart Drive, Suite 410, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dr. Ehsan Saadat is a Harvard and Emory-trained orthopaedic spine surgeon, with special expertise in minimally invasive, motion preserving and complex revision spine surgery.Dr. Saadat studied biomedical engineering at UC Berkeley and earned his MD from UC San Francisco School of Medicine. During the course of his undergraduate and medical studies, Dr. Saadat was heavily involved in advanced musculoskeletal imaging research, focusing on advanced MRI technologies in developing a better understanding of disorders of the spine.After finishing medical school, Dr. Saadat completed his orthopaedic surgical training at Harvard, where he received extensive training in complex spinal surgery and scoliosis. While at Harvard, he was part of the team who took care of the victims of the Boston marathon bombing. He also served as the chief editor of the Orthopaedic Journal at Harvard Medical School, and was honored as chief resident at Massachusetts General Hospital during his last year of training.After finishing general orthopaedic training, Dr. Saadat then completed a spine surgery fellowship at the prestigious Emory Spine Center. There, he gained further experience in the full spectrum of spine surgery, ranging from treatment of challenging spinal deformities to cutting-edge techniques such as motion-preserving cervical laminoplasty, as well as minimally-invasive surgery.Dr. Saadat has authored numerous research publications covering a wide range of topics in orthopaedics and spine surgery, and is frequently invited to present his work at national and international conferences. He has authored multiple book chapters, and has heavily contributed to the newest authoritative textbook of techniques in spine surgery.Dr. Saadat's areas of interest include disk replacement surgery, minimally-invasive microscopic decompression of the cervical and lumbar spine, microdiscectomy for disk herniations, anterior cervical fusion, minimally invasive spinal fusions (XLIF and ALIF), and complex revision spine surgery.Dr. Saadat is a thoughtful and caring physician and always has his patient's best interest as his first priority. He spends a lot of time with his patients, and tailors a surgical treatment specific to each patient's problem, needs, and goals. Dr. Saadat uses the latest advanced technologies to deliver safe and effective care that helps patients get back to the lives they love as fast as possible. Dr. Saadat is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Spondylolisthesis, Cervical Spondylosis, Laminectomy, and Hip Replacement.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    363 South Main Street, Suite 200, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Jeffrey Deckey is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Deckey is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spondylolisthesis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Deckey is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    363 South Main Street, Suite 200, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jeremy Smith is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Smith is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Kyphosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery. Dr. Smith is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    363 South Main Street, Suite 200, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Steve Kang is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Kang is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, and Metatarsalgia. Dr. Kang is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    1310 West Stewart Drive, Suite 408, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Paul Beck is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Beck is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Osteoarthritis, Bursitis, Tendinitis, Tenosynovitis, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Beck is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    1120 West La Veta Avenue, Suite 300, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Carlson is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Carlson is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Cervical Myelopathy, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft. Dr. Carlson is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Neurology
    1140 West La Veta Avenue, Suite 730, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Amr Al is a Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Al is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure, Memory Loss, and Seizures. Dr. Al is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    1140 West La Veta Avenue, Suite 730, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Neelantha Silva is a Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Silva is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Lafora Disease, Unverricht-Lundborg Syndrome, and Progressive Myoclonic Epilepsy. Dr. Silva is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    363 South Main Street, Suite 200, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Danto is a Physiatrist in Orange, California. Dr. Danto is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Bursitis, Scoliosis, Tendinitis, and Spinal Stenosis. Dr. Danto is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery
    363 South Main Street, Suite 200, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Brandon Haghverdian is a Podiatric Surgeon in Orange, California. Dr. Haghverdian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Achilles Tendon Rupture, Metatarsalgia, Tendinitis, and Morton Neuroma. Dr. Haghverdian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Sports Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Sports Medicine
    363 South Main Street, Suite 200, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Adam Rivadeneyra is a Sports Medicine provider in Orange, California. Dr. Rivadeneyra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Tendinitis, Frozen Shoulder, Invertebral Disc Disease, Bursitis, and Knee Replacement. Dr. Rivadeneyra is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    363 South Main Street, Suite 200, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Asif Jillani is a Physiatrist in Orange, California. Dr. Jillani is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Spinal Stenosis, Cervical Spondylosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, and Scoliosis. Dr. Jillani is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine
    2212 East 4th Street, Suite 103, 
    Santa Ana, CA 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Joyce Yan is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Santa Ana, California. Dr. Yan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Flat Feet, Bunions, Athlete's Foot, and Fungal Nail Infection. Dr. Yan is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurology
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurology

    Office

    200 S Manchester Ave Ste 206, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Manisha Kak is a Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Kak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), and Spinal and Bulbar Muscular Atrophy.

    Namita Goyal
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    UC Irvine Medical Center

    200 S Manchester Ave Ste 110, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Namita Goyal is a Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Goyal is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Inclusion Body Myositis, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease), Myositis, and Primary Lateral Sclerosis.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Podiatric Medicine
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Surgery | Podiatric Medicine

    David Jeffrey Haupt, Dpm

    947 S Anaheim Blvd, 
    Anaheim, CA 
     (3.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    32+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    David Haupt is a Podiatric Surgeon and a Podiatric Medicine provider in Anaheim, California. Dr. Haupt has been practicing medicine for over 32 years and is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Hammer Toe, Plantar Fasciitis, Ledderhose Disease, and Fibromatosis.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine

    Upperline Healthcare California PC

    1038 E Chapman Ave, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.7 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Brian Au is a Podiatric Medicine provider in Orange, California. Dr. Au has been practicing medicine for over 9 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Corns and Calluses, Athlete's Foot, Ingrown Toenail, Plantar Fasciitis, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics

    Orthopaedic Specialty Institute Med Grp

    280 S Main St, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Experience:
    43+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Jon White is an Orthopedics provider in Orange, California. Dr. White has been practicing medicine for over 43 years and is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Klippel-Feil Syndrome, Kyphosis, Spinal Stenosis, Microdiscectomy, and Cervical Disc Surgery.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Pediatrics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Pediatrics

    CHOC Children's Hospital

    1201 W La Veta Ave, 
    Orange, CA 
     (0.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Nancy Kuntz is a Pediatrics provider in Orange, California. Dr. Kuntz is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. Her top areas of expertise are Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, Tubular Aggregate Myopathy, X-Linked Myotubular Myopathy, and Thymectomy.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    UC Irvine Medical Center

    200 S Manchester Ave Ste 110, 
    Orange, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Tahseen Mozaffar is a Neurologist in Orange, California. Dr. Mozaffar is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His top areas of expertise are Pompe Disease, Inclusion Body Myositis, Myositis, Myasthenia Gravis, and Thymectomy.

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    Last Updated: 02/22/2026

    What is the definition of Foot Drop?

    Foot drop is when you have difficulty lifting the front part of your foot. This may cause you to drag your foot when you walk. Foot drop, also called drop foot, can be caused by a problem with the muscles, nerves, or anatomy of your foot or leg.

    When should I see a Foot Drop doctor near Orange, CA?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Foot Drop doctor near Orange, CA?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Foot Drop doctors near Orange, CA?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Foot Drop doctors near Orange, CA?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Foot Drop doctor near Orange, CA?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Foot Drop doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Foot Drop doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Foot Drop doctor near Orange, CA?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Foot Drop doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Foot Drop doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Foot Drop doctors near Orange, CA?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Foot Drop doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Foot Drop doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Foot Drop doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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