After suffering from debilitating pain on both feet, my insurance sent in to this clinic where I was treated by Dr. Awad. I have to start by saying that it is a very nice setup and the staff that checks you in is super nice and helpful. They make you feel welcome, they remember you when you come back for follow up appointments and they are vey pleasant to talk to while they are pulling your chart. Today was my last follow up appointment with Dr. Awad who A priority read more

I have been lucky enough that my more than average need for a podiatrist has lead me to some amazing doctors, leaving me with no fears of the feet! This is one of those places. Recently, my son became having issues with one of his toes and they got us in within a few days with no fuss. They were so kind to my kids and made sure my son was comfortable before even touching his foot. Back in 2021 when we were still struggling with COVID, I was going through chemo. It had the unfortunate side effect of destroying my feet. My oncologist was worried I'd get an infection or hurt myself if my toe nails were not addressed immediately. I found this place and after I explained the situation, they made a slot for me. They could have easily made me wait or told me to go elsewhere, but they made the time for me. The doctor was so patient and understanding, the procedure was painless and I left feeling like I was truly cared for during my time in their office. If you need a foot doctor, this is the place to go! read more

This is an amazing Medical Facility. Dr. Peter Awad is extremely knowledgeable in his field. Took a lot of time with me to explain the problem and treatment options. Has an excellent staff. I highly recommend this facility. read more

Everyone is nice and caring, and the appointments will run on time. I recommend them to everyone. read more

As most patients know, quality care is hard to come by these days especially with insurance companies sometimes having the final say in your treatment plan and he will go to bat for you should the need arise. I am so grateful for Dr. Awad; for his kindness, his professionalism, his bedside manner/friendliness, his attentiveness and genuine concern. His staff has always been so kind as well, which is a gamechanger for me even if the doc is great. I have been seeing him for about a year now and again grateful that I was lucky enough to find one of the best. read more

Office staff is terrible. Every time we've been there we've waited over an hour past appointment time. Office staff is extremely rude and unprofessional. Not sure what's changed since 2022 last time we were there but totally recommend using a different podiatrist. read more

My husband has been a patient for years and had a foot surgery here. He's been following up ever since with favorable results. I recently visited for the first time, yesterday. I have been having sporadic pain at the top of my left foot and on my achilles. Clean looking office, adequate parking, and the public bathroom was clean and looked well stocked with soap, paper towels and tissue. My appointment was for 10:30. I didn't have to wait in the waiting room very long. (I didn't even have time to finish the paperwork ) The staff and front desk personnel were very friendly and professional. He greeted me and listened to all my symptoms and asked about other health issues and medications. He did some probing of my feet checking flexing, range and strength. Along with balance and range. He gave me a possible reason for the pain and some suggested daily stretching exercises (at least 10 min) and techniques that I could try to increase the flexibility. He explained stretching would help balance my weight and would allow the muscles and joints in my feet to do their individual job instead of trying to do two different jobs. He further suggested some inserts (not orthotics) to help with my balance so pressure is better distributed. He suggested I do this for two weeks and see if the pain dissipates and then follow up with him in a month. read more

Was in desperation to get an ingrown nail removed and friends recommended me to Step Foward. From the moment I called I had amazing customer service with the front desk secretary Danielle, she was very kind and attentive when I explained my issue to her. By the phone call I knew I was directed to the right place and was able to get an appointment the same day. The office is clean, professional staff, and the Dr was kind, patient, and he explained everything in detail about the procedure. Would definitely recommend my family and friends here. read more

I severely injured my foot and came here because I heard really great things And the things I heard were so very true. Dr. Askari is an incredible doctor. He listens to you and really does care about his patient. I was told that I needed certain accommodations and he made sure they were available to me. The office staff is extremely nice and helpful read more

Dr. Awad is a quality doctor. I highly recommend him and this practice. The office staff is amazing as well.

I've been searching for years for a podiatrist to help my issue. It was only the first visit but the doctor explained my condition and what possibly could e causing my other issues. He referred me to a neurologist to rule out a few things or to help me. Either way I was very satisfied with his examination and possible treatment options. Staff was was very nice and on it. read more

The staff is very friendly. Called same day for an appointment and they squeezed me in. Dr Awad was terrific, very personable, friendly, listened, didn't talk down to me (as some doctors do). Gave good care and advice. Will definitely be my doctor "stepping forward". A big thank you, to you and your team! read more

Very good place to take care of your feet. Drs. are very professional, nice and giving you good care. The office is so clean well arranged. read more

The doctor asked me if it was okay if he worked on my foot, as in surgery without his medical credentials here in california.stay away from these place. The help is just as bad! Extremely rude and embarrassing!! read more

I've been going to him for 3 years , great staff very friendly , Dr.Awad is patient, understanding & listens to your concerns . Allows me to to walk with orthodic adjustments . definitely recommend him for any foot or ankle concerns . read more

Ive been a patient of dr chrismali for over 15 years and ive experienced nothing but the very best!! Best of everything believe me i just had minor surgery and it came out pain free! You'll never find any doctor that gives a better and pain free injection than dr chrismali period! The office is so clean and the staff is so friendly and so much like family. If you are anyone in your family having any foot or ankle pain make a appointment right away and you'll see what im saying Thank you dr chrismali for all your years of taking good care of me and my wife memory. read more

The doctor and staff are amazing!! My family member is going to him also and loves the office! I can't say enough about the wonderful and exceptional care we have gotten! Highly recommended. read more

I've been seeing Dr. Awad for a few years now, always such an excellent experience. Dr.Awad is very professional, extremely explanatory & very patient. The entire staff is great! Thank you Crismali foot & ankle for all of my care. - Renee B. read more

Switched from High Desert Foot and Ankle to Step Forward Foot and Ankle due to High Desert's new scheduling processes and length of time to get an appointment. Called Step Forward on a Thursday, got an appointment for Friday morning. Dr. Shahram Askari was wonderful. Explained the biomechanics of my problem. Took the time to explain all the options. A bit more expensive; however, well worth it. Wonderful experience from the phone call to reception (Danielle), to the clinical support, to Dr. Askari. Very happy. Nice, clean office and exam room too. read more

Dr. Awad took great care of me. He has a very calming presence and voice and took the time to explain the process to me. I'm so grateful for the care I received. read more

Actually my 3rd time here. Everyone is so great and the Doctors are keeping me on my feet with minimal pain. I am thankful for their professionalism and ease of access. read more

Dr Awad and the other staff members were friendly and welcoming. I was a nervous wreck, but reassured by the staff members that I would be fine. Long story short, the experience was great, the prices were affordable. Everything was explained to me step by step and for that, I'm forever grateful. read more

Great experience! The facility is nice and clean, the staff is friendly, and Dr. Awad is very patient and informative!

Dr. Crismali has always dealt with my family honestly and with the greatest integrity. From my own ingrown toe nails, to my wife's severe foot issues, he has had the patience to deal with it all. His staff is friendly and knowledgeable. The facility is kept clean and professional. I highly recommend this doctors office. read more

dr Peter Awad and his Medical assistant Jessica were one of the best, friendly, professional, and overall greatest health care experiences i even had in my life. I had an ingrown nail before about three years ago. I went to the emergency room, and I would say it was one of the most painful procedures I ever had in my life, due to that experience, I was so hesitant to ever see a doctor for my toe yet alone, let them examine me. However, after today, being cared by Dr awad and Jessica I definitely recommend them and I would tell you going here you would be in the stands. Thank you so much Dr Awad and Jessica. read more

The other day was my first time at this doctor. The staff is very professional and courteous along with being personable. They took care of my issue and made me feel comfortable. Thank you to the Doc and staff for a job well done. Jon Daymen read more

Crismali Foot & Ankle friendly and helpful, very friendly and professional physician and staff they were amazing to me and my needs. I have been there twice for terrible ingrown toenails that they fix instantly. They talked me through my procedure and after care needs super attentive. I cannot emphasize how friendly, professional, and attentive they were throughout the entire process. Amazing facility with physicians and staff! read more

They are awesome Dr Crismali is a wonderful Dr, He is kind and very gentle .He's the reason I can walk again ,

Practically no wait time on arrival!! Staff was very friendly and welcoming! Dr Awad was equally as friendly!! Highly recommend this office!! read more

I found Dr Crismali Foot and Ankle front office to be very professional. From the time I made my appointment over the phone, received the new patient package via e-mail, and met Michelle in the front office I was impressed with their seamless processing. I am diabetic with water on my legs, and "ski slope" toenails. I found Dr Awad to be very helpful and I will continue going there. read more

Dr. Crismali is awesome. Iv been with him for 20 years. Him and his staff treat you with the up most love and respect. Hes very smart and kind and always up to date no matter what your problem is. I highly recommend him and his partner. read more

I went to see Dr Crismali for foot pain. He was so nice. He knew what was wrong with my foot. He fitted me with a brace to support my foot. My foot feels so much better. Everyone there was so nice. I tell everyone this is the place for great care. Thank you Dr read more

I was supposed to have surgery to fix my bunion on my right foot 11 years ago, and I kept constantly putting off the surgery. Life got busy and surgery was pushed to the back burner. By late 2013 and early 2014, I was in so much pain even in my most comfortable shoe; I couldn't handle suffering anymore. In March, I went in for my first consultation with Dr. Crismali and was immediately impressed with him and his staff. Every time I have ever called, his office staff are always friendly and helpful. Within about two months I was able to coordinate my schedule to have the surgery. I was very grateful they were so flexible in helping me pick a good date for my surgery so I could coordinate around my work schedule as well. During each consultation and pre op visit, he very thoroughly explained the procedure and everything I should expect from the surgery. By the day of surgery, nothing felt as a surprise because Dr. Crismali was incredibly thorough in his explanation. My recovery went really well. Again, because Dr. Crismali was so wonderful about helping me understand what the surgery entails and the recovery process, nothing came as a surprise. I followed all his orders exactly as he told me for my recovery, and it truly makes a difference. I limited as much activity as I could off my foot during my recovery and now that I'm nearly 5 months post op, I feel like a brand new person. I haven't felt any pain in my foot in quite some time. Most days I don't even think about my foot anymore, whereas before I was constantly aware of a very painful bunion on my foot. I've now been able to go to Disneyland and walk around an entire day without bunion pain. Just this last weekend, I was able to take a 2+ mile hike with my family while we were camping in Julian. That is something I would not have thought possible at the beginning of this year! Dr. Crismali is one of the best doctors I have ever met. I feel he truly cares for me as his patient and as a person. By my last visit, I felt like I was chatting up with a friend instead of sitting down with my doctor. He's passionate about what he does, and it shows every time you speak with him. He really does want his patients to feel better and resume a regular life again without pain. I would recommend anyone who has problem with their feet to see Dr. Crismali. He and his office staff are the best of the best; you won't ever regret having Dr. Crismali help you live pain free! read more

Absolutely deplorable service from Laura in the front office at the window and then doubled down by the Front Office Manager Michelle. Didn't get the opportunity to see an actual Doctor because of the INCOMPETENCE of those 2 INEPT individuales. What I gathered from both Laura and Michelle is that there was no fear of whovere supervised them because they came off with the attitude of "what is the Office manager going to do". Update: the Laura L. That voted my review to be funny, Reviewed HER OWN PLACE OF EMPLOYMENT to be 5 stars. Enough Said. What are you going to do next Laura get your friends and family to do reviews... Btw get an original thought stop quoting other people to promote YOURSELF (the irony of your post though). read more

Everyone was very friendly. They are taking care of my foot problem. Would recommend them because they listen to you.

best Dr knows his stuff and helped me out of a painful situation, which I was in pain for years.

I went there recently to get surgery on my foot. Dr Crismali and his staff go above and beyond to help and make your visit as pleasant as possible. Dr Crismali is a great doctor and a great surgeon. If you are looking for someone to take care of your feet then look no further and go to his office to get it taken care of. read more

Dr. Crismali and his staff are the best! I have received exceptional treatment and care during every visit. They are kind, caring, thorough and knowledgeable. Thank you Dr. Crismali and staff. read more

Dr Crismali is absolutely the best. He operated on my toe several years ago, and it just made a huge difference in my quality of life. I was in pain everyday before the surgery. He is such a kind Dr. Thank you Dr Crismali! read more

I have been to several Podiatrist in my years and Dr. Crismali is, by far, the best Podiatrist and most gentlest, I have ever seen. From making the appointment to walking out the door, everyone I had contact with displayed a friendly, courteous, and professional manner. Every question was answered with patience and kindness. read more