Dr. Justin Franson, DPM, Valencia, CA | Podiatrist

About Dr. Justin Franson

Dr. Justin Fransonis a Board-Certified Podiatric Foot and Ankle Specialist. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery. His idyllic childhood, growing up in New England, hiking the Appalachian Trail, fishing rivers and streams, and eating wild berries all summer long instilled a joy of life that he maintains to this day. It was during this time in Maine that Dr. Franson began a lifelong love of sports, running cross-country and playing basketball. He grew up with enough people to form a basketball team, with eight siblings and his parents. Medicine certainly runs in his family, as half his siblings are involved in various aspects of healthcare. After studying accounting and then leaning toward a physical therapy at Brigham Young University, Dr. Franson decided to pursue podiatry as his career. He then attended the School College of Podiatric Medicine in Chicago and supported himself by toiling at a number of part-time jobs until he got his degree. It was during this time he learned how to balance hard work and busy life. When not working or attending school, the future doctor enjoyed “a lot of Chicago’s famous deep-dish pizza.” Upon graduation in 2001, Franson accepted a three-year residency program at the Greater Los Angeles VA and UCLA County Hospital. His residency-training program included a lot of time in the hospital, emergency room, clinics, and operating room. Dr. Franson specializes in several areas including total ankle replacement and sports medicine. Treating athletes and weekend warriors like himself brings him a lot of joy. “I love being able to provide true relief to the physical problems that people come see me about. I am one of those people who truly enjoy the personal interactions with my patients.

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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.

Acute skin infection

Broken or dislocated ankle/foot

Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the leg

Acute skin infection

Broken or dislocated ankle/foot

Inflammation or injury of the tendons or ligaments in the leg

Office location

University Foot & Ankle Institute

27421 Tourney Rd, Ste 200, Valencia, CA 91355

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Education and background

Practice names

University Foot & Ankle Institute

Hospital affiliations

Santa Monica - University of California Los Angeles Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital
Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital
VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System - West Los Angeles Healthcare Center

Board certifications

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

Education and training

Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine, Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine (Bachelor's)
West Los Angeles VA Medical Center (Residency)

Professional memberships

American Podiatric Medical Association, Inc

Awards and publications

Lateral Ankle Triad: The Triple Injury of Ankle Synovitis, Lateral Ankle Instability, and Peroneal Tendon Tear.” Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, volume 28, number 1, January 2011, pages 105-115.
Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome: A Compression Neuropathy Involving Four Distinct Tunnels.” Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery of North America, volume 23, number 3, July 2006, pages 597-609.
Intermetatarsal Compression Neuritis.” Clinics in Podiatric Medicine and Surgery of North America, volume 23, number 3, July 2006, pages 569-578

Languages spoken

English

Provider's gender

Male

NPI number

1215946157

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Which hospital is Dr. Justin Franson affiliated with?

Dr. Justin Franson is affiliated with Santa Monica - University of California Los Angeles Medical Center and Orthopaedic Hospital, Henry Mayo Newhall Memorial Hospital, and VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System - West Los Angeles Healthcare Center.

What practice does Dr. Justin Franson work with?

Dr. Justin Franson works with University Foot & Ankle Institute.

Where is Dr. Justin Franson's office located?

Dr. Justin Franson's office is located at 27421 Tourney Rd, Valencia, CA 91355.

Which board certifications does Dr. Justin Franson have?

Dr. Justin Franson is certified by Foot Surgery (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. Justin Franson?

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