Dr. Colby Berger, DPM, San Diego, CA | Podiatrist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.88

Average wait time

4.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“From the beginning of my appointment, including my EC access to getting a quick time, I can’t thank the doctor in the office staff enough. My ingrown toenail was giving me great pain and the doctor was so accommodating. The highest rating I would be glad to give 10 above”

Keith S.October 16, 2025

About Dr. Colby Berger

Dr. Colby Berger is a board-certified podiatrist who grew up in Orange County, California, and attended Los Alamitos High School. He graduated with honors from University of California – Santa Barbara with a degree in biopsychology. While there, he discovered his passion for medicine after completing a medical internship at a hospital in Eastern Africa. Dr. Berger attended New York College of Podiatric Medicine in Manhattan where he participated in multiple research projects and volunteered on the medical team for the New York City Marathon. He graduated with Dean’s List honors. After this, he furthered his medical education by completing his residency in foot and reconstructive rearfoot and ankle surgery in Houston, Texas. During his residency training, he presented at multiple conferences and received various awards. He served as Chief Resident in his final year. After completing residency, Dr. Berger moved back home to Southern California to begin practicing podiatric medicine. Dr. Berger is an active staff member at Scripps La Jolla Hospital, Scripps Encinitas Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and his French bulldog, exercising, golfing, traveling, attending sporting events, and trying new restaurants.

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Areas of expertise

This doctor's experience enhances their expertise in similar cases. Below are the conditions or surgeries they treat most frequently.

Broken or dislocated ankle/foot

Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the leg

Broken or dislocated ankle/foot

Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the leg

Office location

SoCal FootCare

9850 Genesee Ave, Ste 510, San Diego, CA 92037

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Education and background

Practice names

SoCal FootCare

Hospital affiliations

Scripps Green Hospital
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas

Board certifications

American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery
Reconstructive Rearfoot / Ankle Surgery (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery)

Education and training

New York College Of Podiatric Medicine, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
HCA Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Residency in Podiatric Surgery
University of California, Santa Barbara (Bachelor's)

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1831756105

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.88

Wait time

4.00

Bedside manner

5.00

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From the beginning of my appointment, including my EC access to getting a quick time, I can’t thank the doctor in the office staff enough. My ingrown toenail was giving me great pain and the doctor was so accommodating. The highest rating I would be glad to give 10 above

October 16, 2025Keith S.Verified patient

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Which hospital is Dr. Colby Berger affiliated with?

Dr. Colby Berger is affiliated with Scripps Green Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla, and Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas.

What practice does Dr. Colby Berger work with?

Dr. Colby Berger works with SoCal FootCare.

Where is Dr. Colby Berger's office located?

Dr. Colby Berger's office is located at 9850 Genesee Ave, San Diego, CA 92037.

Which board certifications does Dr. Colby Berger have?

Dr. Colby Berger is certified by American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery and Reconstructive Rearfoot / Ankle Surgery (American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery).

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Colby Berger?

Dr. Colby Berger frequently sees patients for Foot Consultation, Foot Pain, Podiatric Care, Sports Injury, and X-ray. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Colby Berger on their profile.

What languages does Dr. Colby Berger speak?

Dr. Colby Berger speaks English.

How do patients rate Dr. Colby Berger in reviews?

33 patients have reviewed Dr. Colby Berger. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.