Meet Our Podiatrists

Dr. Neil Patel is a board certified Podiatrist and co-founder of SoCal Sports Podiatry. He grew up in Raleigh, North Carolina. He went to the University of North Carolina Chapel Hill where he received a Bachelor of Science in Biology. After completing his undergraduate studies, he went to the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. After completing his postgraduate studies, he went to the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center for a three-year surgical residency.

Dr. Patel is adept at treating all pathologies related to the foot and ankle including but not limited to reconstructive surgeries, bunion/hammertoes surgeries, sports injuries/surgeries, arthroscopies, trauma/fractures, flat foot treatment/surgeries, elective surgeries, limb salvage, routine foot care, diabetic foot care, wound care. Dr. Patel makes it a point to exhaust all conservative therapies before pursuing surgery. Conservative therapies Dr. Patel pursues include orthotics, offloading, bracing, shoe-wear modifications and other advanced modalities including but not limited to shockwave and PRP.

In his free time, Dr. Patel enjoys driving his blue car, the NBA, UNC basketball, weightlifting, and going to the beach. You can often find him seeking out the best chimichangas in Southern California after screening the latest released blockbuster movie.

Dr. Suchir Sheth is a board certified podiatrist and co-founder of SoCal Sports Podiatry. New to the Los Angeles area, Dr. Sheth brings his expertise in diagnosis and treatment of acute / chronic pain, fractures, wound healing, pediatrics, and cosmetic / elective surgery. He has a strong interest in treating trauma of the foot and ankle utilizing the most advanced technology to restore foot and ankle health.

Originally from Pennsylvania, Dr. Sheth earned his bachelor’s degree from the Pennsylvania State University. He went on to earn his master’s degree at the Rutgers Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences. His DPM degree was obtained at the Temple University School of Podiatric Medicine. Dr. Sheth completed an intensive 3 year surgical residency program at Nazareth Hospital in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where he served as Chief Resident for 2 years.

In his free time, Dr. Sheth enjoys working on cars, riding motorcycles, and watching football with friends and family. He is frequently seen exploring the outdoors with his wife and 7 year old dog. When asked what motivates him most about his career, he stated, “I strive for that end of appointment smile from every patient that walks through the door.” To get to know him more, ask him about his background in Homeland Security…