Business Details
25 Years
experience
Expert Podiatry Care in Walnut Creek and Brentwood, CA
Bay Area Foot & Ankle Associates was founded in 2001 by Dr. John W. Scivally, who transformed a fledgling podiatry practice into a trusted regional healthcare provider. Our team, led by Dr. Scivally and Dr. Robin K. Lie, combines decades of clinical expertise with a commitment to personalized care for foot and ankle health. We specialize in diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions, including heel pain, bunions, fungal toenails, and sports injuries, using advanced diagnostic tools and evidence-based treatments. Our practice emphasizes preventative care, biomechanical assessments, and custom orthotics to address both immediate concerns and long-term mobility needs. With locations in Walnut Creek and Brentwood, CA, we serve patients across Contra Costa County, prioritizing accessibility and community-focused service.Our physicians are board-certified in podiatric surgery and sports medicine, ensuring comprehensive expertise for complex cases. We maintain partnerships with local hospitals and surgical centers to provide seamless care when advanced interventions are required. Patient education is central to our approach, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their foot health. Our practice adheres to strict medical standards, utilizing state-of-the-art imaging and treatment technologies. We accept major insurance plans and offer streamlined online appointment scheduling to enhance patient convenience. Through consistent service quality and community engagement since 2001, we have established ourselves as a reliable authority in regional podiatric care.
Services
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Custom Foot Orthotics
Ingrown Toenail Treatment
Plantar Fasciitis Care
Bunion Correction
Sports Injury Management
Diabetic Foot Care
Wart Removal
Pediatric Podiatry
Gait Analysis
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- Board-certified podiatrists with 20+ years of combined surgical and sports medicine expertise
- Comprehensive treatment for acute injuries and chronic conditions like plantar fasciitis
- Custom orthotics and biomechanical assessments using advanced diagnostic technology
- Two convenient locations serving Walnut Creek, Brentwood, and surrounding Bay Area communities
- Personalized care plans integrating preventative strategies with targeted interventions
What people say
Knowledgeable doctors
Thorough examinations
Effective treatments
Multiple locations
Professional staff
Services
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Our board-certified surgeons perform complex foot and ankle procedures for bunions, hammertoes, fractures, and sports injuries. We utilize minimally invasive techniques and traditional approaches to restore mobility and alleviate chronic pain. Patients receive comprehensive pre-operative consultations and post-operative rehabilitation plans tailored to their specific conditions.
Custom Foot Orthotics
We create personalized orthotic devices using plaster casting to address biomechanical issues like flat feet and plantar fasciitis. These custom inserts improve gait alignment, reduce pressure points, and prevent progression of structural deformities. Our approach combines traditional techniques with modern materials for optimal comfort and effectiveness.
Plantar Fasciitis Care
Our specialists diagnose and treat plantar fasciitis through multimodal approaches including physical therapy, night splints, and shockwave therapy. We identify contributing factors like improper footwear or gait abnormalities to develop targeted treatment plans that reduce inflammation and prevent recurrence in active patients.
Sports Injury Management
We provide rapid diagnosis and treatment for sports-related foot injuries using on-site X-ray and ultrasound. Our sports medicine specialists develop return-to-play protocols for conditions like ankle sprains and stress fractures, incorporating taping techniques and performance-focused rehabilitation programs for athletes at all levels.
Diabetic Foot Care
Our team offers specialized care for diabetic patients including regular foot screenings, wound care, and neuropathy management. We implement preventive strategies to reduce amputation risks through early detection of circulation issues and customized footwear recommendations for high-risk patients.
People
John W. Scivally
Podiatrist
Dr. Scivally founded the practice in 2001 after completing his residency at St. Joseph's Hospital in Chicago. He specializes in reconstructive foot surgery and sports medicine, maintaining board certification with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery.
Robin K. Lie
Podiatrist
Dr. Lie joined the practice after completing her surgical residency at California Hospital Medical Center. She focuses on pediatric podiatry and dermatological conditions of the foot, with additional training in diabetic wound care and limb preservation techniques.
Questions
What foot conditions do you treat?
We treat acute injuries like fractures and sprains, chronic conditions including plantar fasciitis and bunions, sports injuries, diabetic foot complications, and pediatric foot development issues.
Do you offer same-day appointments for foot injuries?
We prioritize urgent cases and typically offer same-day evaluations for acute foot injuries with on-site X-ray capabilities for immediate diagnosis.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Bring your government-issued ID, insurance card, referral documents if required, and any relevant medical records or imaging related to your foot condition.
Do you accept insurance?
We accept most major insurance plans including Medicare, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Aetna. Contact our office for verification of your specific coverage.
How do you handle pediatric foot care?
Our doctors provide comprehensive pediatric evaluations for gait abnormalities, sports injuries, and developmental concerns using child-friendly diagnostic approaches and conservative treatment methods.
What surgical options are available?
We perform bunion corrections, hammertoe repairs, tendon surgeries, and complex reconstructions using both traditional and minimally invasive techniques at affiliated surgical centers.
