Leonora Fihman, DPM

Leonora Fihman, DPM Our podiatrist, Leonora Fihman, DPM, provides excellent podiatric care to all her patients.

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that develops on the foot due to complications from diabetes. High blood ...
11/11/2025

A diabetic foot ulcer is an open sore or wound that develops on the foot due to complications from diabetes. High blood sugar levels can damage nerves and reduce circulation, increasing the risk of ulcers. The three main types are neuropathic ulcers caused by loss of sensation, ischemic ulcers from...

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Plantar fasciitis is a common inflammation of the tissue connecting your heel to your toes. This condition can turn even...
10/28/2025

Plantar fasciitis is a common inflammation of the tissue connecting your heel to your toes. This condition can turn even a simple walk into a painful challenge. Walking with it often feels like a sharp, burning sensation deep in the heel, particularly after sitting or first getting out of bed. The p...

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Flat feet in children occur when the arches of the feet are lower than normal or absent, affecting foot function and pos...
09/30/2025

Flat feet in children occur when the arches of the feet are lower than normal or absent, affecting foot function and posture. Causes include genetics, ligament laxity, or developmental delays. There are two main types of flat feet which are flexible flat feet, where the arch appears when standing on...

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Proper care of a diabetic foot ulcer is essential to prevent infection and promote healing. Maintaining correct blood su...
09/23/2025

Proper care of a diabetic foot ulcer is essential to prevent infection and promote healing. Maintaining correct blood sugar levels supports overall health and reduces complications. Avoid walking barefoot to protect the ulcer from further injury or infection. Keeping pressure off the affected foot a...

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A broken pinky toe can occur from stubbing the toe, dropping a heavy object on it, or twisting it awkwardly. Although it...
09/16/2025

A broken pinky toe can occur from stubbing the toe, dropping a heavy object on it, or twisting it awkwardly. Although it is often difficult to distinguish from a severe bruise or sprain, certain signs can indicate a fracture. Symptoms include sharp pain, swelling, bruising, tenderness, deformity, an...

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Hallux rigidus is a form of arthritis that affects the big toe joint, making it stiff and painful. The condition often b...
09/09/2025

Hallux rigidus is a form of arthritis that affects the big toe joint, making it stiff and painful. The condition often begins with mild discomfort when walking or bending the toe, but over time the joint loses flexibility. People may notice swelling, difficulty wearing certain shoes, or pain that wo...

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Encino, CA
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Leonora Fihman, DPM

Our podiatrist, Leonora Fihman, DPM, provides excellent podiatric care to all her patients. Located in Encino, California she treats a variety of ailments such as heel pain, ingrown toenails, trauma, and wound care amongst many other conditions. She also provides a special procedure for bunions known as the FastForward™ Bunion Correction System. This procedure corrects the bunion, while still preserving and protecting the bone anatomy. Patients are even able to walk immediately afterward in a surgical boot with very minimum downtime.

Our practice accepts most insurance plans and welcomes new patients. If you have any questions, or would like to schedule an appointment, please call our office today! (818) 798-1919