Welcome

Thank you for choosing Dr. Brian O'Carroll, DPM and Five Cities Foot & Ankle for your foot and ankle care.

Paperwork

Save time at your first visit by completing your patient forms in advance. Fill them out and submit online, or download them to print and bring with you.

Recommended Fill out your forms online Complete and submit your paperwork securely before your visit. Takes about 10 minutes.

Or download and print the forms to fill out by hand:

Patient Information

Medical Information

Medication List

HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices

Forms open as PDFs. The HIPAA Notice of Privacy Practices is for your records.

Welcome

Whether you're seeing us for an acute injury, a chronic condition, or a surgical consultation, we want your first visit to feel organized and unhurried.

New patient appointments typically run 30–45 minutes. Please arrive 15 minutes early to complete registration and review your benefits with our front-office team.

What to expect at your visit

01

Arrive 15 minutes early

Allow time for new-patient registration and benefits verification.

02

Comprehensive evaluation

Dr. O'Carroll will review your history, examine your foot and ankle, and order imaging if appropriate.

03

Diagnosis and plan

You'll leave with a clear diagnosis, treatment options explained in plain language, and next steps in writing.

04

Follow-up scheduling

Our staff will help you schedule any follow-up visits, imaging, or procedures before you leave.

What to bring

  • Photo ID (driver's license or government ID)
  • Current insurance card(s) - primary and secondary if applicable
  • List of current medications, dosages, and supplements
  • Relevant prior imaging - X-rays, MRI, CT (on disc or via patient portal)
  • Surgical or medical history summary, if available
  • Referral from your primary care provider, if your insurance requires one
  • Any orthotics, braces, or supportive shoes you currently use

Insurance & payment

We participate with Medicare, Medi-Cal, and most major PPO plans. We will confirm benefits before your visit and discuss any expected out-of-pocket costs in advance.

See accepted insurances →

Ready to schedule?

Call (805) 946‑1799 or use the online appointment request form. Urgent injuries are prioritized.

Request an Appointment

Get back on your feet!

Schedule a consultation with Dr. O'Carroll at our Pismo Beach or Santa Maria office. Dr. O'Carroll's schedule fills quickly - we recommend requesting an appointment as early as you can to get on the list.