Welcome To Foundation Foot & Ankle
Foundation Foot & Ankle is proud to serve the North San Diego County Region: Vista, Oceanside, Carlsbad, San Marcos and Encinitas. We are located next to Tri-City Hospital at the Vista Medical Plaza. It is our goal to provide you with excellent foot, ankle, heel and toe care. We pride ourselves on listening to your needs and working as a team to find solutions for your condition.
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We accept nearly all major insurance plans. Our team is working to partner with local carries for Vista, Oceanside, Carlsbad, San Marcos and Encinitas. Please call for details as our list of accepted plans is growing.
Meet Dr. Berthelsen
Dr. Berthelsen is a podiatrist (also known as foot doctor), who specializes in feet pain, ankle surgery, diagnosis and care of ingrown toenails, hammertoe, orthotics, bunions and stem cell injections for adults and children in the cities of Vista, Oceanside, Carlsbad and San Marcos, California.
Dr. Berthelsen is Board Certified by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery in Foot Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot and Ankle Surgery.
Meet Dr. Nishijima
Dr. Nicklaus Nishijima is a board-qualified podiatric physician and surgeon with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. A UC Irvine graduate and honors alum of the California School of Podiatric Medicine, he completed his residency at Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas. He treats conditions from diabetic foot care and arthritis to bunions, sports injuries, and trauma, focusing on compassionate, personalized care and helping patients return to active lives.
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Our goal is for you to leave our office with a memorable and enjoyable experience, which is why our welcoming and compassionate staff will do everything they can to make you feel right at home.