The doctors and staff at Tower Podiatry are compassionate and caring for all your podiatric medical and surgical needs. We strive to put you back on your feet quickly utilizing proven techniques in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of various foot and ankle ailments. The doctors and staff at Tower Podiatry, The Foot and Ankle Surgical Institute, offer a pleasant environment while providing the highest quality in podiatric care.
Our providers are Board Certified with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. It is our mission to put patients back on their feet by utilizing proven techniques in diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of foot and ankle ailments. With three locations in the Greater Los Angeles area, we serve patients in West Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, and Marina del Rey.
Our providers are Board Certified with the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery. It is our mission to put patients back on their feet by utilizing proven techniques in diagnoses, treatment, and prevention of foot and ankle ailments. With three locations in the Greater Los Angeles area, we serve patients in West Los Angeles, the San Fernando Valley, and Marina del Rey.
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The foot and ankle are necessary for everyday functioning and mobility. The foot is home to 26 bones, 33 joints, and countless nerves, blood vessels, muscles, tendons, and ligaments. The combined 52 bones in your feet make up one quarter of all the bones in your body. If painful feet or ankles are preventing you from your daily routine and or sports activities, our team of experts at Tower Podiatry are here to assist.
Dr. B. David Massaband, DPM, FACFAS is a Diplomate of the Board and Foot and Ankle Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Foot & Ankle Surgeons. He is the Director of Tower Podiatry, the Foot & Ankle Institute. He received his undergraduate Degree in Psychobiology at UCLA and his Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine at the California College of Podiatric Medicine, an affiliate of UCSF Medical School.
Dr. Pegah Samouhi is an associate of Tower Podiatry, practicing at all three locations: Cedars Sinai Medical Center, Encino, and Marina del Rey, as well as providing patients with home visits. She currently serves as an attending podiatric surgeon at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, where she completed her residency program and is also affiliated with Kaiser Permanente.
Our goal is to educate each patient and begin a relevant treatment program with the highest quality of care available. Whatever your foot and ankle trouble, we'll work together to find the answers that will comfort you and bring you relief. Our team of specialists and staff believe that informed patients are better equipped to make decisions regarding their health and well being.
Arthritis is inflammation and swelling of the cartilage and lining of the joints, generally accompanied by an increase in the fluid in the joints. Arthritic feet can result in loss of mobility and independence, but early diagnosis and proper medical care can help significantly.
Besides heredity, arthritic symptoms may arise in several ways: through injuries, bacterial and viral infections that strike the joints, drug use (both prescription and illegal street drugs), or as part of a congenital autoimmune disease syndrome.Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis.
Besides heredity, arthritic symptoms may arise in several ways: through injuries, bacterial and viral infections that strike the joints, drug use (both prescription and illegal street drugs), or as part of a congenital autoimmune disease syndrome.Osteoarthritis is the most common form of arthritis.
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Daniel Sanchez
Jan 06, 2022
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Enya A.
Oct 19, 2021
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Dr. Massaband has the worst bedside manner of any doctor I've ever seen. He was so snotty in his tone from the beginning of my appointment and did
not seem to care about my concerns. I'm livid after experiencing poor treatment from this nasty little cave dweller. Also, the receptionist is a perfect reflection of her boss! Worst medical experience of my life. He doesn't seem to give a damn about people who are scared to death coming to him for help. I felt like he was mocking me. Avoid this guy like the plague and go to SCOI in Van Nuys instead.
not seem to care about my concerns. I'm livid after experiencing poor treatment from this nasty little cave dweller. Also, the receptionist is a perfect reflection of her boss! Worst medical experience of my life. He doesn't seem to give a damn about people who are scared to death coming to him for help. I felt like he was mocking me. Avoid this guy like the plague and go to SCOI in Van Nuys instead.
Nancy B.
Oct 18, 2021
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Sadly, the Marina del Rey office is one you want to stay away from! Tower Podiatry even pulled the Yelp page off for this office!
I made an appointment for a foot injury with Marina del Rey office.
Red Flag walking in when the receptionist is talking on her personal cell with a friend apparently about the party they went to last night, not very professional. She never once hung up the personal call. The interaction was even worse, when I said my name & I had an appointment, I didn't appreciate the HIPPA violation as her phone call recipient could hear the whole conversation! When I
I made an appointment for a foot injury with Marina del Rey office.
Red Flag walking in when the receptionist is talking on her personal cell with a friend apparently about the party they went to last night, not very professional. She never once hung up the personal call. The interaction was even worse, when I said my name & I had an appointment, I didn't appreciate the HIPPA violation as her phone call recipient could hear the whole conversation! When I
Kayla Sayari
Sep 04, 2021
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Kevin Sayari
Sep 03, 2021
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Rebecca Soferi
Aug 24, 2021
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Sahar Adasha
Aug 11, 2021
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Samantha Linderman
Aug 04, 2021
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I love these people. So intelligent, warm and kind. I was so worried about my toe and the women here were absolutely here for me medically and emotionally. I would recommend Tower Podiatry to anybody. So lucky I got to come here. Health care is really hard and for me feeling comfortable at a doctor’s office is super important. Bring your foot here dude!
Selma Hepp
Jul 28, 2021
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Dr. Samouhi has been a life saver. I thought I'd have to live with foot pain for the rest of my life and severely limit my activity but she performed a surgery and I'm on my way back to doing everything I love. Doc is very accessible, easy to reach, and answers all my questions promptly. Thank you for all your help!
Zee D.
Jul 21, 2021
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To say Dr. Samouhi is an incredible doctor, is an understatement. My mother was her patient originally (and still is). I had a question regarding my plantar fasciitis and asked my mom to run it by her. Instead of giving my mother an answer for me, she texted me herself (a very detailed response). I was so impressed. When I first saw her I couldn’t walk at all on my right foot. Since being under her care, I am no longer in pain, and have been able to start living my life again. In addition to her being a wonderful doctor, she is lovely to speak with at every appointment. It’s rare to find a
Michael Rosenberg
Jun 29, 2021
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When Dr. Pegah Samouhi treated my foot injury she took her time and it was clear that she really wanted to be sure that I would be taken care of. She was great at explaining exactly what was wrong, what my options were, and her professional recommendation. She's a wonderful person to talk to as well...highly recommend her!
JBelle
Jun 20, 2021
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I would give Dr. Pehgah Semouhi 10 stars if I could! Over the past 6 six years I have seen four other podiatrists for chronic pain and she is the only one who helped me. She performed three shockwave session and I am finally pain free! I am beyond grateful. Plus, she is a lovely person who genuinely cares about your well-being, going the extra mile to help. And she's tons of fun...I never thought I would enjoy going to the podiatrist so much, but I actually look forward to seeing her and her staff. To top it off, her prices are reasonable, as insurance doesn't cover the procedure. Highly recommend
Michael K.
May 19, 2021
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Dr arash hassid is the best .
I have been suffering from ingrown toenails and 1 toe nail had fungus for the past 8 years and I never took care of it.
He was very caring. He was able to accommodate all my needs. I am a type of person that when it comes to my feet and toenails I get very nervous. I explained to him that in order to do my procedure I need to be under general anesthesia. Right away him and his staff scheduled me for the procedures I needed. I am so happy that I found him. All my toenail problems are gone.
God bless you and your family.
Definitely recommend him to everyone
I have been suffering from ingrown toenails and 1 toe nail had fungus for the past 8 years and I never took care of it.
He was very caring. He was able to accommodate all my needs. I am a type of person that when it comes to my feet and toenails I get very nervous. I explained to him that in order to do my procedure I need to be under general anesthesia. Right away him and his staff scheduled me for the procedures I needed. I am so happy that I found him. All my toenail problems are gone.
God bless you and your family.
Definitely recommend him to everyone
Ayanina R.
May 12, 2021
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We want first by saying thank you Dr. Pegah Samouhi, D.P.M patients Sarah and Jackie N. For the best quality of work she has made we are very very grateful for all the medical attention. To home visits and at the facility I'm left without words she has done an amazing job with my family . If I can give her 10 stars I would !!!!!!!!! God bless you always !
Kanyini C.
Jan 30, 2021
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I've had a sharp pain on the ball of my right foot for about a year. I looked online and suspected it to be my sesamoid bone, which can flare up as inflammation. After two acupuncture sessions and it didn't feel any better I searched my AETNA insurance network and made an appointment with the first guy on the list with UCLA. (I was told to choose UCLA because it's the best network.) Luckily that doctor canceled on me and I found Dr. Massaband instead, who happens to be biking distance to, even better.
Tower Podiatry is part of a strip mall of medical professionals right in front
Tower Podiatry is part of a strip mall of medical professionals right in front
Martin K.
Jan 19, 2021
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My wife had had a bad experience with an orthopedic surgeon to remove a bunion on her foot. Afterwards we consulted with multiple surgeons and none seemed comfortable working on another doctor's mistake. Dr Massaband exuded confidence and he successfully corrected the problem. He is an excellent surgeon. Additionally he is a warm, friendly and very compassionate person. If you have any issues with your feet look no further. We could not recommend him more highly. His office staff is also great.
Jonathan S.
Sep 30, 2020
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I was referred to Dr. David Massaband by a coworker. I hurt my foot playing basketball and I couldn't walk and was in horrible pain. After a few days I realized I had to go see a doctor since the pain was so bad. I went to Tower Podiatry and they fixed me right up. Dr. Massaband was very kind and professional. They took my insurance and got my foot x rayed and turns out I had a fracture. I highly recommend these guys if you have any foot related pain or injuries. His office was just down the street for mine and they got me right in when I told them it was an emergency.
Eric L.
Mar 26, 2019
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My wife was directed to Tower Podiatry for a broken foot. She saw Dr. Massaband. Our experience was that the office was very clean, kind and organized. Appointments were prompt and our time wasn't wasted. We trusted what the doctor told us (he wasn't arrogant but gave us informed options). The healing under his guidance was quick with no complications. We learned to park at the Beverly Center to save a money. We would not hesitate to come here again...but hope we will not need to! :)
Mark W.
Jul 27, 2018
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By Mark Winn
Dr. David Massaband; Dr. of Podiatry is an integral part of The Cedars' Sinai Medical group; Tower Podiatry. As well as an integral part of a practice in Encino, Ca. First Dr. Massaband treated my wife' s mother, then did the bunion ectomies on both my wife' s feet. It was later that I was introduced to him for sundry issues I was dealing with my own feet. From the warm greeting of Dr. Massaband' s staff in his waiting room to his swift calling me into one of the examining rooms I felt my feet and I were in good hands. And what is truly a breath of fresh air is
Dr. David Massaband; Dr. of Podiatry is an integral part of The Cedars' Sinai Medical group; Tower Podiatry. As well as an integral part of a practice in Encino, Ca. First Dr. Massaband treated my wife' s mother, then did the bunion ectomies on both my wife' s feet. It was later that I was introduced to him for sundry issues I was dealing with my own feet. From the warm greeting of Dr. Massaband' s staff in his waiting room to his swift calling me into one of the examining rooms I felt my feet and I were in good hands. And what is truly a breath of fresh air is
Lisa F.
Jun 13, 2018
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Dr. Massaband should not be allowed to practice medicine! He completed a bunionectomy for me and I was left with an infection so bad that I needed to go to a wound specialist in order to get better. What's worse is when I went to his office in terrible pain and showed him the infection which by the way was horrific to look at he simply responded by telling me to go home and take zinc. Also, the screw that he left in post surgery is now a bump that is visible as it protrudes out from the skin on the top of my foot. I will have to live with this for the rest of my life. I seriously caution
Mary B.
Jun 05, 2018
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I appreciate the call from Dr. Massaband today. As I stated, he is nice and caring. I'm sure he has many patients. In my opinion, if he can train his office staff to be more professional, I would consider seeing him again. I left out in the first review, which I had forgotten, the young lady did take me in the back and sat me in the chair, I sat there for 30 minutes, that's when I told them I had to go, and they told me to make another appointment, apathy is not good in the medical field, especially for patients that are already dealing with other ailments and stress that could possibly
Jason M.
May 18, 2018
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For years I had avoided dealing with a more permanent solution to the bunion on my left toe. I tried putting a spacer and bracing it, but it really wasn't helping. I finally asked for a referral and several of my friends recommended I see Dr. Hassid at Tower Podiatry. I called the office and was able to make an appointment rather quickly. He's located on the Cedars campus, so it was a perfect location. After I checked in Dr. Hassid came in to evaluate my toe. He spent a lot of time discussing all my options and the potential consequences and together we came up with the solution
Robert J.
May 18, 2016
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I thought Dr. Massaband was great doctor at first, but then he tried to charge me for foot supports and telling me I had to get or my foot pain would not get better. Of course my insurance which BTW I have very good coverage being a government plan did not cover it.
But good news from this the doctor told me I was not to be charged and my bill was adjusted. I thought that was classy. I would still recommend and I saw him again and he gave me a discount on services my insurance company would not pay.
But good news from this the doctor told me I was not to be charged and my bill was adjusted. I thought that was classy. I would still recommend and I saw him again and he gave me a discount on services my insurance company would not pay.
Karl P.
Nov 06, 2014
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Highly not recommended. This place will do everything to overcharge you. Do not trust what they tell you about your fees regarding the office visit. Few months ago I severely sprained my ankle, so I decided to visit their office solely based on their good reviews on Yelp. I called them ahead of my visit to find out if my insurance works, they took my insurance information and told me that my visit would cost $70. This was one of only few places that said they accept my insurance, so I decided to visit the office.
The office visit was for like 15 mins. Dr. Hassid just looked at my ankle and instead
The office visit was for like 15 mins. Dr. Hassid just looked at my ankle and instead
Lucy M.
Aug 23, 2014
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This was my first visit to a podiatrist. A few callouses had to be removed from the bottom of my feet and I was told Dr. Massaband was available when I made the appointment. The wait time in the office was a bit long but my guess was that it was my first visit and it was just the norm. Dr. Massaband put me at ease and he was very warm and personable. He examined my feet then started shaving off the callouses. We chatted the entire time while he was tending to my problems. He did recommend getting my bunions removed at some point in the future but never once tried to upsale or sell stuff that
