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

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Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 172 doctor with experience in Foot Drop near Pasadena, CA. Of these, 154 are Experienced, 17 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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172 providers found
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Podiatric Medicine | Podiatric Surgery
    333 East Magnolia Boulevard, Suite 102, 
    Burbank, CA 
     (9.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Hermoz Ayvazian is a Podiatric Medicine specialist and a Podiatric Surgeon practicing medicine in Burbank, California. Dr. Ayvazian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 17 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Gangrene, Tendinitis, Plantar Fasciitis, Fibromatosis, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Ayvazian is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    West Coast Neurology

    630 S Raymond Ave, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    20+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Edward Barton is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 20 years. Dr. Barton is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cervical Myelopathy, Memory Loss, Acoustic Neuroma, and Peripheral Neuropathy. Dr. Barton is board certified in American Board Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurology
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurology

    Office

    1520 San Pablo St Ste 3000, 
    Los Angeles, CA 
     (7.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Leila Darki is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Los Angeles, California. Dr. Darki is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), Spinal Muscular Atrophy Type 3, Hereditary Sensory and Autonomic Neuropathy Type 2, and Congenital Insensitivity to Pain with Anhidrosis.

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    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Advanced in Foot Drop

    Irina Chilian, M.D.

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Irina Chilian is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Chilian is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 11 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Posterior Fossa Tumor, Peripheral Neuropathy, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Memory Loss.

    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurology
    Advanced in Foot Drop
    Neurology

    City Of Hope Comprehensive Cancer Center-Duarte

    1500 Duarte Rd, 
    Duarte, CA 
     (10.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hadi Khanli is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Duarte, California. Dr. Khanli is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Peripheral Neuropathy, Distal Median Nerve Dysfunction, Foot Drop, and Cramp-Fasciculation Syndrome.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Internal Medicine

    Huntington Health Physicians

    55 E California Blvd, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    10+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Akash Bhakta is an Internal Medicine provider practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 10 years. Dr. Bhakta is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Protein Deficiency, Hemiplegia, Stroke, and Miller-Fisher Syndrome. Dr. Bhakta is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Physical Medicine& Rehabilitation.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    West Coast Neurology

    630 S Raymond Ave, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (0.9 miles away)
    Experience:
    14+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Arnold Brizuela is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 14 years. Dr. Brizuela is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Partial Familial Epilepsy, Epilepsy, Memory Loss, and Partial Seizure. Dr. Brizuela is board certified in American Board Neurological Surgery.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Southern California Neurology Medical Group, Inc.

    625 S Fair Oaks Ave, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.0 miles away)
    Experience:
    9+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Adena Shahinian is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. She has been practicing medicine for over 9 years. Dr. Shahinian is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Seizures, Memory Loss, and Benign Rolandic Epilepsy. Dr. Shahinian is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Neurology & Psychiatry.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Physiatry
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Physiatry

    Huntington Health

    100 W California Blvd, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Steven Hsu is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Hsu is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Hemiplegia, Subdural Hematoma, and Epidural Abscess.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Richard Alan Spitzer, M.D., A Medical Corporation

    50 Alessandro Pl, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    13+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    David Girard is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 13 years. Dr. Girard is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Tension Headache, Trigeminal Neuralgia, and Generalized Tonic-Clonic Seizure. Dr. Girard is board certified in American Board Psychiatry & Neurology.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Rofagha Chiropractic Corporation

    1017 S Fair Oaks Ave, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mauro Zappaterra is a Physiatrist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Zappaterra is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Poliomyelitis, Paraplegia, Chronic Pain, and Post Polio Syndrome.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics At Huntington

    800 S Raymond Ave Fl 2, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Kevork Hindoyan is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Hindoyan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Spinal Stenosis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics

    Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics At Huntington

    800 S Raymond Ave Fl 2, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Harris is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Harris is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osgood-Schlatter Disease, Osteochondritis Dissecans, Synovitis, Tendinitis, and Osteotomy.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics

    Office

    39 Congress St Ste 200, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Walter Burnham is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Burnham is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Non-Radiographic Axial Spondyloarthritis (nr-axSpA), Cervical Spondylosis, Scoliosis, Bone Graft, and Vertebroplasty.

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

    Office

    301 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 207, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Morse Upshaw is a Podiatric Medicine provider practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Upshaw is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His clinical expertise encompasses Bunions, Tendinitis, Fibromatosis, and Ledderhose Disease.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics

    Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics At Huntington-Multispecialty

    800 S Raymond Ave Fl 3, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Roy Ashford is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Ashford is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 10 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Adolescent Idiopathic Scoliosis, Spondylolisthesis, Vertebroplasty, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Alice Yung M.D. Inc.

    625 S Fair Oaks Ave Ste 325, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Avriel Linane is a Neurologist practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Linane is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Seizures, Tension Headache, Memory Loss, and Cerebellar Degeneration.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics

    Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics At Huntington

    800 S Raymond Ave Fl 2, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Todd Dietrick is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Dietrick is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Osteoarthritis, Tendinitis, Bursitis, Knee Replacement, and Hip Replacement.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Experienced in Foot Drop

    Cedars-Sinai Orthopaedics At Huntington-Multispecialty

    800 S Raymond Ave Fl 3, 
    Pasadena, CA 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    William Costigan is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Pasadena, California. Dr. Costigan is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Spinal Stenosis, Invertebral Disc Disease, Herniated Disk, Laminectomy, and Bone Graft.

    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics
    Experienced in Foot Drop
    Orthopedics

    Pacific Orthopedic Medical Group, Inc.

    707 S Garfield Ave, 
    Alhambra, CA 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Experience:
    15+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Vu Le is an Orthopedics provider practicing medicine in Alhambra, California. He has been practicing medicine for over 15 years. Dr. Le is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Foot Drop. His clinical expertise encompasses Tendinitis, Achilles Tendon Rupture, Plantar Fasciitis, Flat Feet, and Hip Replacement. Dr. Le is board certified in American Board Podiatric Orthopedics.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    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 Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, 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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