Dr. Joan Ryan Williams, MD

Dr. Joan Williams is an orthopedic surgeon who specializes in foot and ankle surgery. She earned her medical degree from the Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California and completed her residency at McGaw Medical Center of Northwestern University. With 18 years of experience in orthopedic surgery, Dr. Williams focuses on helping patients overcome complex foot and ankle conditions. She is fluent in Spanish and Chinese, allowing her to serve diverse patient communities.

Dr. Williams practices at multiple locations including UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center in Santa Monica, CA, and several Kaiser Permanente facilities in San Diego, CA. She treats patients with foot pain, heel pain, and Achilles tendon problems using advanced diagnostic and treatment approaches. Her expertise includes ordering extremity X-rays and MRI scans to accurately diagnose conditions, and she works closely with physical therapy teams to help patients recover mobility and strength. Patients …rate Dr. Williams 4.5 out of 5 stars for her care.