Empire Foot and Ankle Center
Podiatry • Fontana, CA • Since 2016 • Multiple locations including Fontana area (Fontana page) locations
About
Empire Foot & Ankle Center is a private podiatry practice based in California with three US locations (Gardena, Upland, and Fontana area addresses listed for related services). They offer specialized foot and ankle care from expert podiatrists and foot surgeons. Key details: - Services: Podiatry care and foot/ankle procedures - Locations: Gardena, Upland (CA), with Fontana/Upland-area office mentions - Contact: info@empirefootandankle.com; Phone: (909) 946-6643 - Founded: 2016; Status: active - Website: empirefootandankle.com Note: The page does not explicitly list a Fontana-specific clinic; Fontana-related address appears as part of Upland/Gardena listings. If you need a Fontana-specific appointment, consider calling the listed number or checking the website for the exact Fontana office details.
Clinic Type
Podiatry
Address
Fontana, CA
Phone
+19099466643
info@empirefootandankle.com
Opening Hours
Not published — contact the clinic to confirm hours.
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FAQs
How do I know if I need to see a podiatrist?
You should make an appointment with a podiatrist if you’re dealing with chronic foot discomfort, swelling, or trouble walking. They are able to assess your symptoms and suggest the best course of action.
What can I expect during my first visit?
The podiatrist will examine your feet and ankles thoroughly, go over your medical history, and talk to you about your symptoms at your initial appointment. They will use this information to create a customized treatment plan that meets your needs.
Are foot issues always requiring surgery?
No, foot issues don’t always require surgery. Orthotics, physical therapy, and medicine are examples of conservative therapies that are useful in treating a wide range of disorders. For the best results, surgery might be advised in some circumstances.
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What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: mixed
- Apple Maps: 4.2/5 (108 reviews)
- MapQuest/Yelp aggregation: 4.0-5.0/5 (11-15 reviews (varying by location/platform))
Patients praise
- professional and knowledgeable doctors
- efficient and timely appointments in many cases
- clean and modern facilities with up-to-date technology
- friendly and helpful front-desk staff in some instances
- effective surgical and treatment outcomes reported by patients
Common complaints
- occasional communication difficulties with staff
- some reports of unprofessional conduct or insensitive comments from specific physicians
- concerns about office staff efficiency and communication relaying messages from doctors
- navigational or procedural confusion at the facility
"The the staff is friendly here in riverside. Great customer service. I sincerely love Dr. Patel."
— Apple Maps review by DaVonna B."From the start, Dr. Farid Didari was not very nice, welcoming, nor comforting. He made insensitive comments that left my daughter feeling uncomfortable."
— Yelp review/WebMD doctor profile comment"Stay Away! Their office staff is incompetent. They can not.even relay simple.messages from the Dr."
— MapQuest/Yelp reviewSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
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