Dr. Arman A. Kirakosian, DPM
Podiatrist (Foot and Ankle Specialist) | Foot & Ankle Surgery
883 Sneath Lane 160 San Bruno CA, 94066About
Dr. Arman Kirakosian is a board certified podiatrist practicing in San Bruno, CA. Dr. Kirakosian is a medical doctor specializing in the treatment of the foot , ankle and related parts of the leg. As a podiatrist, Dr. Kirakosian diagnoses and treats conditions of the feet and ankle. The feet are key body parts that give a person stability, absorb shock, allow for walking and standing and are necessary for overall well-being. So, the feet need expert care. Podiatrists can specialize in surgery, wound care, sports medicine, diabetic care and pediatrics. Dr. Kirakosian is a residency director at Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center in San Francisco. He is also the team podiatrist for San Jose Quakes of the MLS and Sacramento Republic FC of USL.
Education and Training
California School of Podiatric DP 2005
Board Certification
American Board of Podiatric Medicine
Provider Details
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- Residency Director of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Deparment of Veterans Affairs in San Francisco 2017 - Present
- Lecturer of Anatomy San Francisco State University 2006 - Present
Professional Memberships
- American Academy of Podiatric Sports Medicine
- American College of Sports Medicine
Professional Society Memberships
- California Podiatric Medical Association
Teaching and speaking
- Anatomy Wound Care Podiatric Surgery Podiatric Sports Medicine
Favorite Place to Vacation
- Europe
Hobbies / Sports
- Soccer, BASKETBAL
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