Summary

Dr. Gary B. Briskin, a lifelong sports enthusiast, maintains a special passion for hockey and running. He parlays that same spirit into all aspects of podiatry: sports medicine, arthritis prevention and reconstructive surgery.As co-founder and co-director of University Foot and Ankle Institute, board-certified Dr. Briskin began his medical training by serving a residency at Flint General Hospital in Michigan. Once completed, he established a practice in Century City Hospital, where he soon became chief of podiatric surgery.In addition to his current work with the University Foot and Ankle Institute, Dr. Briskin also serves as an assistant clinical professor at the UCLA School of Medicine. He is a Diplomat of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons.Dr. Briskin resides in Manhattan Beach with his wife and son. He is currently involved with multiple running, hockey and soccer organizations.

Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 3.7
  • 44 years of experience
  • 31 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • Family Hospital Pediatric Residency
  • 3 written reviews
  • 1 specialty
  • 7 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 2 office locations
  • Male

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Locations

Dr. Gary Briskin has 2 locations

University Foot And Ankle Institute

2121 Wilshire Blvd Ste 101Santa Monica, CA 90403
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

University Foot And Ankle Institute Manhattan Beach

5230 Pacific Concourse Dr Ste 100Los Angeles, CA 90045
Mon1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
TueClosed
Wed1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
ThuClosed
FriClosed
SatClosed
SunClosed

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3.7 
44 Years of Experience 30 Years of Experience 50 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English
Santa Monica , CAIrvine , CALos Angeles , CAPlainview , NY
Med School: Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine Med School: California School of Podiatric Medicine at Samuel Merritt University Med School: New York College Of Podiatric Medicine Med School: California College of Podiatric Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Gary Briskin

  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Molina Healthcare
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Gary Briskin has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Gary Briskin has the following 7 areas of expertise

  • Athlete's Foot
  • Bunion
  • Callus
  • Foot Pain
  • Hammer Toe
  • Neuroma
  • Plantar Fasciitis

Certifications, License, & Education

44 Years Experience

Dr. Gary Briskin holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Doctor Of Podiatric Medicine with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at Family Hospital Pediatric Residency in 1983.

Medical School

Graduated from Illinois College of Podiatric Medicine in 1982.

NPI Number

Dr. Briskin's NPI number is 1205943818.

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Dr. Gary Briskin's office is located at 2121 Wilshire Blvd Ste 101, Santa Monica, CA, 90403.
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Dr. Gary Briskin speaks English and Spanish.

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