Foot Care for Los Alamos and Surrounding Areas
Los Alamos - a charming wine country community 18 miles from our Santa Maria office - is part of the greater service area Dr. O’Carroll covers from our E. Main Street location. Whether you’re a local resident or a visitor to the Santa Barbara wine corridor, foot and ankle care is accessible nearby.
Call (805) 946‑1799 to schedule at our Santa Maria office.
Closest Office for Los Alamos Patients
Santa Maria Office
1525 E Main St, Suite B
Santa Maria, CA 93454
Hours
- Tue: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thu: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Fri: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Mon, Wed, Sat, Sun: Closed
Phone
Distance from Los Alamos
18 miles (about 25 min drive)
Parking
Free surface parking lot adjacent to building.
Common Foot and Ankle Conditions We Treat Near Los Alamos
A short overview of the conditions Los Alamos patients most often request care for. Click any topic for the full patient guide.
Plantar Fasciitis & Heel Pain
The most common cause of heel pain in adults. Learn what really causes it, what actually works, and when surgery is the right call - from Central Coast podiatric surgeon Dr. Brian O'Carroll.
Learn more →Bunions (Hallux Valgus)
A bunion is more than a bump - it's a 3D deformity of the first metatarsal. Dr. O'Carroll is a trained Lapiplasty® surgeon offering modern bunion correction.
Learn more →Foot & Ankle Tendonitis
Tendonitis isn't one diagnosis - it's a family of overuse injuries affecting the Achilles, posterior tibial, peroneal, and other tendons of the foot and ankle. Dr. O'Carroll diagnoses the specific tendon involved and tailors treatment to it.
Learn more →Ankle Sprains & Ligament Injuries
From routine inversion sprains to high-grade ligament tears - Dr. O'Carroll diagnoses ankle injuries thoroughly so you don't end up with chronic instability.
Learn more →Hammertoes & Toe Deformities
Hammertoes, claw toes, and mallet toes start flexible and become rigid. Treated early they're manageable conservatively; treated late they require reconstruction.
Learn more →Morton's Neuroma
A Morton's neuroma is a thickening of nerve tissue between the metatarsal heads - most often the third interspace. Diagnosed accurately, it's very treatable.
Learn more →Treatment Options Available
Treatment depends on diagnosis, imaging, your activity level and goals, and the severity of the problem. After an exam, Dr. O'Carroll discusses both conservative and surgical pathways and recommends what is appropriate for your situation.
Conservative care
- Footwear guidance and activity modification
- Bracing, taping, and walking boots
- Custom orthotics
- Shockwave therapy (when appropriate)
- Advanced wound care for diabetic and chronic wounds
- Routine nail and skin care
Surgical care (when appropriate)
- Bunion surgery, including Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction
- Hammertoe correction
- Ankle arthroscopy
- Fracture fixation
- Achilles tendon repair
- Limb salvage when medically appropriate
Advanced Wound Care
Learn more →Ankle Arthroscopy
Learn more →Fracture Fixation (ORIF)
Learn more →Achilles Tendon Repair
Learn more →Care plans vary by person. The descriptions above are educational and do not promise specific outcomes. A clinical evaluation is required before any treatment is recommended.
Quick Answers for Los Alamos Patients
Who is the closest podiatrist to Los Alamos?
Dr. Brian O'Carroll, DPM at Five Cities Foot & Ankle is the closest board-certified podiatric surgeon for Los Alamos patients. The nearest office is in Santa Maria, CA, about 18 miles away (roughly 25 minutes by car). Call (805) 946‑1799 or request an appointment online.
Does Dr. O'Carroll treat heel pain near Los Alamos?
Yes. Heel pain and plantar fasciitis are among the most common reasons Los Alamos patients are seen at the Santa Maria office. After a hands-on exam and imaging when needed, Dr. O'Carroll discusses conservative options first - footwear and activity changes, custom orthotics, stretching programs, and shockwave therapy when appropriate.
Where can I get bunion treatment near Los Alamos?
Five Cities Foot & Ankle treats bunions for Los Alamos patients at the Santa Maria office. Dr. O'Carroll is a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and was the first in California to perform Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction. Most patients begin with non-surgical care; surgery is offered when appropriate after a full evaluation.
Which office should patients from Los Alamos visit?
Los Alamos patients are seen at our Santa Maria office at 1525 E Main St, Suite B, Santa Maria, CA 93454. The office is open Tuesday and Thursday from 8 AM to 5 PM, and Friday from 8 AM to 2 PM. Call (805) 946‑1799 to schedule.
Does this page replace medical advice?
No. The information on this page is general education for prospective patients and does not replace a clinical evaluation. Symptoms, treatment options, and outcomes vary by person. Please request an appointment for a diagnosis and individualized treatment plan.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the closest foot and ankle specialist to Los Alamos?
Five Cities Foot & Ankle's Santa Maria office at 1525 E Main St, Suite B, Santa Maria, CA 93454 is the closest practice for most Los Alamos patients, about 18 miles from town. Dr. Brian O'Carroll, DPM, DABFAS, FACFAS is a board-certified podiatric surgeon serving the Central Coast.
How do I request an appointment?
You can request an appointment online using the button on this page, or call (805) 946‑1799 during office hours. New patients are welcome. We make every effort to see you as soon as possible, but Dr. O'Carroll's schedule fills quickly, so we recommend requesting an appointment as early as you can to get on the list.
What conditions does Dr. O'Carroll treat?
Dr. O'Carroll treats the full range of adult foot and ankle problems - heel pain and plantar fasciitis, bunions and hammertoes, ankle sprains and fractures, Achilles tendon injuries, diabetic wounds, ingrown toenails, neuromas, and more. See the conditions index for the complete list.
Do I need surgery if I make an appointment?
No. Dr. O'Carroll's philosophy is conservative treatment when possible and surgical treatment only when necessary. Most visits start with a hands-on exam, imaging when needed, and a discussion of non-surgical options. Surgery is recommended only when it is the right step for your condition and goals.
What should I bring to my first appointment?
Please bring a photo ID, your insurance card, a list of current medications, and any prior imaging (X-ray, MRI, ultrasound) on a CD or shared electronically. Wear or bring shoes you wear most often - they help with the biomechanical exam.
When should I seek emergency care instead?
If you have a foot or ankle injury with a visible bone deformity, an open wound that will not stop bleeding, signs of severe infection (fever, spreading redness, pus), or sudden loss of sensation, please go to the nearest emergency department or call 911. The clinic is not an emergency facility.
About Your Provider
Dr. Brian O'Carroll, DPM, DABFAS, FACFAS is a board-certified podiatric surgeon and Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. He has practiced on California's Central Coast since 2008 and was the first in California to perform Lapiplasty 3D Bunion Correction.
Dr. O'Carroll is on staff at French Hospital Medical Center, Arroyo Grande Community Hospital, Marian Regional Medical Center, and Coastal Surgical Institute.
Nearby Communities We Also Serve
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