Our Patient Testimonials

Five stars. Solved my foot pain problems. It took a few months and 4 office visits. She personally gets to know your history.

Five Stars. Fantastic and very skilled treatment. I've never had so much careful examination, treatment and advice from any other provider. Extremely impressed.

M R. Inglewood, CA 01423 7/11/2023 1 photo Good quick service, I came here for Laser it definitely improved the inflammation on my heels

Tom S. CA, CA 02 7/6/2023 I can't speak highly enough about Dr. Khawam and her staff. I strongly recommend that you make an appointment with her for ANY foot or ankle problems that you may be having. She provided me with an extremely detailed diagnosis of the MRI that I had done right in her office, and prescribed a successful treatment plan to heal and get pain-free. She's very knowledgeable and one of the most personable doctors that I've ever had. FIVE STARS !

Vince N. Lakewood, CA 25029 12/15/2016 So three weeks ago, I broke a toe, but being the stubborn person that I am I figure I would just walk it off and see what happens. I just didn't want to deal with going to a doctor, and insurance stuff really confuses me. I'll just look up some info online and fix it myself. A close friend of mine, and my girlfriend both say I might have to put on a boot, but there was gonna be NO WAY one small broken toe is going to have me wear a boot *knock on wood*. Anyways I do my regular routine of exercising, lifting, jiujitsu, etc. I just figure I would just dial it back a few notches and know my 30+ year old limitations. Anyways, after my skin started turning to a normal color and the swelling went down I noticed my toe would wobble every time I took a step. Imagine those spring coiled door stoppers...well, it was exactly like that. I think to myself, "hmmm I have ligament/tendon damage or my toe is dislocated," but I still just try to do my self remedy of rehabbing my toe and bending it every which way to see if I can pop it back into place. Well enough is enough, and I just start my Christmas vacation (this is my first day) so I figure I would make the most out of it by being productive, and my little voice of reason told me to just go see the doctor IN CASE it's worse than what it is. If it isn't, then at least I have the peace of mind, in knowing that it was just a broken toe. I found A Step Above Foot Care on Yelp, it had most reviews, rated the highest, right next to my house, and most importantly accepts my insurance. To make a long story short, everyone is so welcoming here and they figure out all my insurance information before I walk through the door so I don't even have to worry about it. They took a few x-rays to make sure to get all angles and Dr. Khawam comes and tells me that it is broken, not dislocated like what I feared and doesn't require surgery like I also feared. She didn't even limit me from exercising or sports rather just take it easy while doing so. I get splinted up, we throw back a few jokes along with her PA and I'm good to go. Oh and the wobbling is just my tendons trying to reset itself and stabilize my toe, but shouldn't be anything to worry about. I'm perfectly relieved knowing it's not going to put me out of commission, especially during break. I have a follow up in a couple weeks just to see the progression, but I'm just really thankful that they put my mind to ease. It's kinda funny that I'm relieved that it's just a broken bone, but it can have been way worse. -Vince N.

Yolanda M. Cypress, CA 210 12/10/2016 Dr. Khawam and her awesome staff have made my visits to treat plantar fasciitis a stress-free experience. I really appreciate the time that Dr.Khawam takes to explain and educate me on my condition. She has an easygoing and humorous (yet professional) bedside manner that always puts me at ease. Dr. Khawam encourages me to become an active participant in my own recovery. She really listens to my input and guides me through the myriad of options to choose my personal best course of treatment. I'm consistently impressed with the speed in which the doctor sees me after arriving for my appointment. I don't know how they do it when I never feel rushed during my visits & I always have a million questions. The office is very efficient and organized when it comes to dealing with my health insurance, billing, and varied paperwork. They really have their act together. I've had the pleasure of being assigned Socorro as my primary medical assistant. She has taken an active role in really getting to know me and my treatment. This human touch helps to calm my nerves and allows me to focus on my visit. Also, having a primary contact really helps when you have an issue so you don't have to recap your entire story every time. But don't get me wrong, the entire staff is always willing to help and I really appreciate Vickey & Grace for all their help and great attitude! Thanks again A Step Above & I hope to be able to run out of your office soon.....nothing personal of course! ;-) -Yolanda M.

Rae D. Gardena, CA 3813 12/9/2016 If you are having any kind of foot pain..from your shoes not fitting like they used to. It could be they are Suffering from Wear & Tear! Your Favorite Stilletos,Boots or Rollerskates could be the Blame! Have a Bunion that is preventing you from wearing ALL of your Shoe collection? Your Worrying is over! All you have to do is visit "A STEP ABOVE"Foot care and you'll be back in your favorite shoes in no time! No more embarassing trips to your Nail Salon for that pedicure! Dr. Khawam is Nice & Frieindly and compassionate when it comes to your Foot Care & Needs!!! Give them a visit for you NEW FOOT LIFE!! -Rae D.

Magdalena O. Carson, CA 473 11/17/2016 I am very happy with their service, the doctor and her staff are very friendly. They treat you like family and I live the care they give my mom. I highly recommend this clinic, they do a wonderful job. - Magdalena O

Daryl G. Long Beach, CA 42529 10/26/2016 This wonderful Dr has cured my toe nail fungus problem... with her very effective laser and excellent follow up. Thanks Dr and staff

Trisha M. Seal Beach, CA 52433 6/7/2016 I found Dr. Khawam when I broke my foot. She worked through lunch to see me, even though I was a new patient, as we were leaving 2 days later on vacation. With her help I avoided surgery and am as good as new. Since then she has treated me for other foot related ailments and fitted both me and my 12 year old son with orthotics. I trust her 100%! Her staff is great, and as odd as it may sound, we always look forward to our visits, even though it usually means we need something fixed. Dr. Khawam is warm and relatable. I feel like she really understands me. I can't recommend her enough! -Trisha M