Expert Foot & Ankle Care in San Diego
Nearly four decades of experience helping San Diegans walk, run, and live without foot pain. From bunions and neuromas to custom orthotics and sports injuries — you're in the hands of a board-certified foot & ankle surgeon (DPM, FACFAS) at Girard Orthopedic Surgeons.
Dr. Jay Berenter, DPM, FACFAS
As a founding partner of SoCal Foot Care, Dr. Berenter helped build what became the largest private-practice podiatry group in Southern California — caring for patients at the highest level for nearly four decades.
Today he has returned to the kind of small, patient-centered private practice he loves — at Girard Orthopedic Surgeons — so he can focus on personalized, physician-led care for every patient who walks through the door.
Meet Dr. BerenterConditions We Treat
Bunions
Corrected with no screws or pins — straighter toes and a faster return to your shoes.
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Morton's Neuroma
Ultrasound-guided alcohol injections that calm the nerve and end the burning.
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Hammertoe
Gentle correction of bent, rubbing toes to relieve pressure and pain.
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Custom Orthotics
Prescription orthotics built to your feet for lasting support and balance.
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Toenail Fungus
A proprietary topical treatment that clears stubborn fungal nails.
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Heel pain, diabetic foot care, sports injuries and more.
View all servicesWhy Patients Choose Dr. Berenter
Advanced techniques, delivered with old-fashioned personal attention.
No-Hardware Innovation
A pioneer in screw-free bunion and hammertoe correction for a more comfortable recovery.
Non-Surgical Neuroma Relief
Ultrasound-guided injections that resolve neuroma pain without surgery.
Proprietary Fungal-Nail Treatment
An exclusive topical therapy for clearer, healthier nails.
Personalized, Physician-Led Care
You see Dr. Berenter himself — direct, attentive care with no corporate systems.
Meet Dr. Berenter
Hear directly from Dr. Berenter about his approach to foot & ankle care and what makes his practice different.
Rated 4.8 Stars by 228 Patients
Trusted by patients across San Diego
Dr Berenter’s office was terrific to me! The young lady did an excellent job on my toenails. She was fast, efficient and personable! Painless! I am soo delighted! She offered quarterly appointments—great! So I’m already coming back! Extremely well-organized practice! Impressive that Dr B was actually there, as well. Very professional and reassuring!
Doctor Berenter has kept me on my feet and moving for the past few years, despite all the wear and tear incurred through an active and athletic lifestyle. He’s attentive, knowledgeable, caring, and I walk out of his office feeling better than when I walked in every single time. Highly recommend!
This was actually a very pleasant experience! The office staff and nurses were friendly and helpful, but the highlight was Dr. Berenter! He was just great-so knowledgeable and easy-going, quickly deducing the problem and sharing solutions, all while making us laugh. Absolutely recommend this exceptional doctor and his office!
Trusted by Elite Athletes
As a consultant to the U.S. Olympic Training Center, Dr. Berenter has cared for national-team athletes competing at the highest levels of their sport.
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San Diego, CA 92121
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