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The North County Foot and Ankle Difference

What makes North County Foot and Ankle stand out from other foot and ankle doctors in La Jolla? Unlike some foot doctors, our podiatrists work with a client-first mentality. When you walk through our front doors, the time you spend in our office is all about you. We believe in a strong physician-patient relationship fortified by one-on-one attention and honest communication.

Before offering foot pain treatment options, we perform a thorough evaluation, taking into account your individual needs, goals, and preferences. Once that's done, we'll discuss your treatment options in detail and come to a mutual decision regarding the best treatment plan for you.

Whether you have a minor hangnail or need complex surgery, you will receive the same level of compassionate care from our medical team. As board-certified podiatrists in La Jolla, our doctors are proud to treat you. You can rest easy knowing they will take the time to explain what's causing your foot pain, what treatments are best suited to your problem, and what steps you should take after treatment.

And while our podiatrists are uniquely qualified to perform surgery, we often recommend non-surgical options, using treatments like orthotics to relieve foot, arch, and heel pain. From sports injuries and bunions to gout and blisters, we're here to help you live life to the fullest without nagging, debilitating foot pain.

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Patients visit our foot clinic in La Jolla, CA, for many podiatric problems, including:

  • Sports Injuries
  • Ingrown Toenails
  • Bunions
  • Diabetic Peripheral Neuropathy
  • Plantar Fasciitis
  • General Ankle Pain
  • Sprains
  • Fractures
  • Flat Feet
  • Hammertoes
  • Gout
  • Foot and Ankle Rheumatoid Arthritis

If you're dealing with chronic foot pain or are concerned about a long-lasting symptom that affects your daily life, we're here to help. Unsure if you need to call to make an appointment? These symptoms are often signs that you might need to visit our foot and ankle doctors:

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Bunion Pain Solutions

Jason Morris, a board-certified podiatric foot surgeon in La Jolla, CA, is one of the top podiatrists in the greater San Diego area and has successfully treated patients with bunions for over ten years. He offers advanced treatments for bunion pain, such as:

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Customized Orthotics for Bunion Treatment

Our hand-made orthotics, which are worn in your shoes, are molded to fit your foot exactly, correcting bone misalignments and relieving pain much better than cookie-cutter, store-bought options.

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Bunion Surgery

Drs. Morris and Redkar performs state-of-the-art triplanar correction surgery using 3-D digital imaging and a minimal incision approach. This procedure is very effective and works by rotating misaligned big toe bones back to the proper position. Once your toe bones are back in position, a metal plate is attached to your bones so that they remain aligned over long-term use.

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Combined Bunion Treatment

Drs. Morris and Redkar may recommend both surgery and custom orthotics to keep your foot pain-free and your bunion from growing back.

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Meet Our World-Class Podiatrists

If you’ve been enduring foot or ankle pain that affects your mobility and quality of life, why not make a change for the better? At North County Foot & Ankle Specialists, our podiatrists in Escondido help patients of all ages. Drs. Morris and Redkar take a patient-first approach with all of our podiatry services. Both are highly qualified and recipients of prestigious awards.

Dr. Avanti Redkar
Dr. Avanti Redkar, DPM

Featured in Los Angeles Magazine’s prestigious Top Doctors list of 2021, Dr. Avanti Redkar is a board-certified podiatrist that specializes in foot and ankle pathology. Dr. Redkar earned her undergrad degree in biology at the University of Scranton and her master’s degree in nutrition at SUNY Buffalo. She attended podiatry school at the New York College of Podiatric Medicine. Her three-year surgical residency at Good Samaritan Hospital in West Islip, New York, included foot and rearfoot surgery, wound care, and hyperbaric medicine training. Dr. Redkar also completed a one-year fellowship in sports medicine and ankle reconstruction.

Dr. Jason Morris
Dr. Jason Morris, DPM

After a rigorous three-year residency at the University of Pittsburgh, Jason Morris, DPM, moved to sunny California to practice podiatric medicine. Once there, Dr. Morris worked as an attending physician at UCLA Medical Center and Cedars Sinai Hospital in Los Angeles. Since relocating to the Escondido area, he has been a staff physician at Palomar Medical Center in Escondido and Poway. Dr. Morris is a podiatric foot and ankle specialist with board certification in rearfoot and forefoot reconstructive surgery. Dr. Morris has undergone extensive training in sports medicine, ankle trauma, diabetic limb salvage, and reconstructive surgery.

Do Away with Foot and Ankle Pain Today

If you've been enduring foot or ankle pain that affects your mobility and quality of life, why not make a change for the better? At North County Foot & Ankle Specialists, our podiatrists in La Jolla help patients of all ages. Drs. Morris and Redkar take a patient-first approach with all of our podiatry services. From minor bunion treatments to complex issues like foot fractures, every treatment option we consider is chosen with your best interest in mind.

Our podiatrists are members of several professional organizations, including:

  • The American Podiatric Medical Association
  • The American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons
  • The American Board of Podiatric Medicine

If more conservative treatments are better for your condition, non-surgical solutions like custom orthotics may be the best route. If you need ankle or foot surgery, our podiatrists will complete your procedure with time-tested skill and precision. Because, at the end of the day, our goal is to provide you with the most effective foot and ankle pain solutions with the quickest recovery options available.

Contact us online or via phone today to schedule an appointment at our La Jolla office. By tomorrow, you'll be one step closer to loving life without foot or ankle pain.

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Payday Loans in La Jolla, CA – Everything You Need to Know

Are you looking for a way to get quick cash to cover unexpected expenses in La Jolla, CA? Payday loans can be a great solution. In this article, we'll go over everything you need to know about payday loans in La Jolla, including how to apply for them, what the requirements are, and where to find the best lenders. With our help, you can get the emergency cash you need in no time.When unexpected expenses arise, it can be difficult to come up with the money you need to cover them. Whether it's a medical bill, car repair, or any other une...

Are you looking for a way to get quick cash to cover unexpected expenses in La Jolla, CA? Payday loans can be a great solution. In this article, we'll go over everything you need to know about payday loans in La Jolla, including how to apply for them, what the requirements are, and where to find the best lenders. With our help, you can get the emergency cash you need in no time.

When unexpected expenses arise, it can be difficult to come up with the money you need to cover them. Whether it's a medical bill, car repair, or any other unexpected expense, payday loans can be a great way to get the money you need quickly. And in La Jolla, CA, there are plenty of lenders who offer these types of loans.

One of the biggest advantages of payday loans is their speed. Unlike traditional loans, which can take weeks or even months to be approved, payday loans can be approved in as little as one business day. This makes them an excellent choice for anyone who needs money quickly.

However, it's important to remember that payday loans are meant to be short-term loans. They are intended to be used to cover emergency expenses and should not be relied upon as a long-term financial solution. If you find yourself needing to borrow money frequently, you may want to look into other types of loans.

To apply for a payday loan in La Jolla, you will typically need to meet certain requirements. These may include having a steady income, a valid ID, and an active checking account. You will also need to provide contact information for a few references.

When it comes to finding a payday loan lender in La Jolla, there are several options available. You may choose to visit a storefront lender in person, or you may prefer to apply for a loan online. Make sure to do your research to find a reputable lender with reasonable fees and interest rates.

In conclusion, payday loans can be a great solution for anyone who needs emergency cash in La Jolla, CA. With their speed and convenience, they can help you get the money you need to cover unexpected expenses. However, it's important to use them responsibly and only borrow what you can afford to repay.

After 22 years of trying, Hillel Center in La Jolla to open Jan. 15

After more than two decades of local battles and legal challenges, the Beverly and Joseph Glickman Hillel Center is set to open near UC San Diego in La Jolla on Sunday, Jan. 15.The 6,500-square-foot center — bounded by La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla Scenic Drive North and La Jolla Scenic Way — will serve students at the university by hosting Jewish learning and holiday experiences and community activities.“This is long-awaited, not only for the students of UC San Diego but for the community at large,” ...

After more than two decades of local battles and legal challenges, the Beverly and Joseph Glickman Hillel Center is set to open near UC San Diego in La Jolla on Sunday, Jan. 15.

The 6,500-square-foot center — bounded by La Jolla Village Drive, La Jolla Scenic Drive North and La Jolla Scenic Way — will serve students at the university by hosting Jewish learning and holiday experiences and community activities.

“This is long-awaited, not only for the students of UC San Diego but for the community at large,” said Hillel of San Diego Executive Director Karen Parry. “This is a state-of-the-art facility that is going to celebrate diversity at UC San Diego and the larger community as well. The space is going to be used to celebrate religious experiences, support young people and help them fortify their Jewish identity.”

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Hillel of San Diego says its staff serves as mentors and educators for about 2,000 Jewish students who go to UCSD, San Diego State University, Cal State San Marcos and the University of San Diego, providing “valuable tools and opportunities to be Jewish leaders.”

The Glickman Hillel Center “will be open for community engagement, and Hillel is the pipeline for deepening community experiences. When people leave, they feel a deeper connection to the Jewish community,” Parry said.

The center will provide “basic need support,” such as food and shower access, for students who need it and will host events that celebrate Jewish heritage, she added.

“We are going to have events and programs every day ranging from Shabbat [a day of rest beginning] on Friday nights to cooking classes during the week to a challah bake in which students can bake challah [bread] and sell it on campus, then the money raised goes to hunger relief organizations in San Diego,” Parry said.

The center’s hours are still being finalized.

Noting incidents of anti-Semitism around the country, Parry said the facility features high-end security to help provide a safe place for its users. “This center will really drive to fight anti-Semitism on campus and build bridges and allies,” she said.

Parry, a former UCSD student, said being able to “carry the baton past the finish line is so special.”

“I remember going to Hillel dinners on [the UCSD] campus and squeezing into a small space, but we kept hearing that there was going to be a center opening,” she said. “To get to be here and make that dream a reality for thousands of young people is a gift. Spaces like this matter, and it makes a difference in the lives of young people.”

Hillel of San Diego says the center is an $18.4 million project led by a $5 million pledge from now-late philanthropist Joseph “Chickie” Glickman, who was a neighbor of the site. A campaign to raise the remaining $300,000 needed is continuing.

Reflecting on the 22 years leading to the opening, Parry said, “A lot of people see this building as a representation of our people’s perseverance.”

A history of challenges

In 2000, Hillel of San Diego was awarded exclusive rights to buy the property from the city of San Diego to build the Hillel Center. The organization has been working with the city and the La Jolla community since 2001 to develop the project, often in the face of opposition.

Local planning boards and a group known as Taxpayers for Responsible Land Use argued that the Hillel Center would be a student center, not a religious facility. Though the La Jolla Shores Planned District Ordinance, a blueprint for development, allows churches and other religious institutions in residential zones, it does not allow student centers. Opponents expressed concern that the center would add traffic and noise and take away parking from the neighborhood.

— Karen Parry, executive director of Hillel of San Diego

When the center was first announced, the proposal was for a facility nearly twice the size of that being built. The San Diego City Council approved the original project in 2006, but a lawsuit challenged the land sale and the council vote was overturned.

In 2008, higher courts determined that an environmental impact report would be required for the project. The EIR drafting and public comment period lasted more than eight years.

The La Jolla Community Planning Association voted to oppose the plan in June 2012 following emotionally charged community feedback that was equally divided for and against the project.

In 2014, the La Jolla Shores Permit Review Committee deemed the draft EIR deficient in several areas and recommended that the Community Planning Association consider the matter further. LJCPA again voiced opposition.

The city finalized the EIR in 2016. By then, the project was reduced to its current size and the entrance was moved from the heavily traveled La Jolla Scenic Drive North to La Jolla Scenic Way.

In April 2017, the San Diego Planning Commission approved the project, and six months later, the Hillel Center was unanimously approved by the City Council after more than two hours of debate and public testimony.

Then-Councilwoman Barbara Bry — representing District 1, which includes La Jolla — motioned to add provisions to prohibit future expansion of the facility and to form an advisory committee to address noise, traffic and parking (to expire within five years with an option to extend).

Soon after, Taxpayers for Responsible Land Use filed a lawsuit arguing that the center would adversely affect the neighborhood and that the City Council did not follow the law in approving it.

In November 2018, San Diego County Superior Court Judge Timothy Taylor upheld Hillel of San Diego’s right to build the center.

Earlier that year, a sign at the site announcing the Hillel Center was vandalized with profanity and lettering resembling a swastika.

Then-Hillel of San Diego President Emily Jennewein said “bigoted opposition to our plans is not new to us, nor will we let it deter our absolute commitment to building the Glickman Center as soon as possible.”

Two years later, Taxpayers for Responsible Land Use tried one more time to block the project but was rejected by the California 4th District Court of Appeal in spring 2021.

The Hillel Center broke ground Sept. 19, 2021, launching more than a year of construction.

To learn more about the center, visit glickmancenter.org. ◆

La Jolla Concours d’Elegance Celebrates 17th Year

Celebrating its 17th year in 2023, the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance, a world class weekend of events, will return to the dazzling seaside community of La Jolla, California.Porsches on Prospect | Friday, April 21, 2023Explore the best of the village of La Jolla at Porsches on Prospect. It will be a fun-filled evening of live music, gallery receptions, retail specials, specialty dining and cocktail menus, an...

Celebrating its 17th year in 2023, the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance, a world class weekend of events, will return to the dazzling seaside community of La Jolla, California.

Porsches on Prospect | Friday, April 21, 2023

Explore the best of the village of La Jolla at Porsches on Prospect. It will be a fun-filled evening of live music, gallery receptions, retail specials, specialty dining and cocktail menus, and of course – PORSCHES! La Jolla’s famous Prospect Street will be lined with the most spectacular Porsches you’ve ever seen. (Dining reservations are recommended.)

Friday VIP Party

Friday, April 21 | 6PM-10PMThis will be a night to remember as we kick off the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance with a buzz-worthy, exclusive VIP cocktail party on the lawn at Ellen Browning Scripps Park. This party is infamous for its creativity and cutting-edge event themes and design. The 2023 event will be one for the books. Set the trend in your cocktail attire as you experience:

Please note this event is 21+ only.

La Jolla Village

Saturday, April 22 | 5PM-9PMEnjoy this beautiful display of Porsches as we continue our celebration of the La Jolla Concours d ’Elegance with this complimentary event. We encourage attendees to dine at their favorite restaurants before visiting some of the finest art galleries, jewelry stores, and shops throughout the village!

Restaurant reservations are recommended to ensure a table at your favorite eateries.

La Jolla Concours D’Elegance

Sun, April 23 | 9AM-4PMThe FLAGSHIP event of the weekend, the La Jolla Concours d’Elegance is considered the finest classic automobile showcase in the United States. Kickoff the season at this exceptional and internationally renowned Concours. Collectors gather on the lawn at the stunning La Jolla Cove to compete to be named Best of Show – the pinnacle award. Expert judges assess each car’s elegance, technical merit and history.

Spend a day cheering on your favorite while experiencing a once in a lifetime chance viewing 150 one-of-a-kind vehicles from around the globe. Amazing cars, great collections, live music, stunning Pacific Ocean coastal views, a Champagne and Honey Tasting Garden – what could be more delightful!

For more information, to purchase tickets or to register your vehicle, visit here!

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La Jolla’s coastline being considered for designation as a historic district

A State Historical Resources Commission hearing on the nomination by a local group is set for April.A segment of the La Jolla coastline may be designated as a historic district in coming months, centered on the theme of access to the ocean.The planned La Jolla Park Coastal Historic District would include:• Eight acres of coastal parkland surrounding The Village• Areas such as The Cove, Boomer Beach, Shell Beach and the Children’s Pool• Historically designated sites such as the Casa de Mañana...

A State Historical Resources Commission hearing on the nomination by a local group is set for April.

A segment of the La Jolla coastline may be designated as a historic district in coming months, centered on the theme of access to the ocean.

The planned La Jolla Park Coastal Historic District would include:

• Eight acres of coastal parkland surrounding The Village• Areas such as The Cove, Boomer Beach, Shell Beach and the Children’s Pool• Historically designated sites such as the Casa de Mañana retirement community and Red Roost and Red Rest cottages• Longtime structures such as the cobblestone wall at Whale View Point, beach access staircases and belvedere shade structures

The nomination may be heard by the California Office of Historic Preservation’s State Historical Resources Commission in April, marking a pinnacle in years of work.

A team led by Seonaid McArthur, chairwoman of the La Jolla Historical Society Landmark Committee, spent the past few years preparing the nomination and having it vetted by local historical agencies.

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McArthur said the entire La Jolla community is shaped around access to the ocean, noting that its founders had property set aside as early as the 1880s as public open space as part of the American Park Movement.

“It’s our lifeblood and our heartbeat,” McArthur said. “Even the street layout is influenced by the coastline. The [proposed] Coastal Historic District is unified by access to the sea and our enjoyment of it.”

During the time La Jolla was being developed, McArthur said, “people realized how important it was to have public space in the midst of industry so people could breathe and enjoy nature and get some exercise. Our town stretches the whole coastal zone because that is what our founders set aside for us.”

Thus, the nomination includes beach accessways and visual access points.

“The contiguous coastal parkway shaped the development of the picturesque suburb of La Jolla, led to the construction of small cottages, bungalows and hotels and was the center of entertainment and leisure activities,” the nomination form states. “Ellen Browning Scripps Park, a 5.6-acre public park, provided access to La Jolla Cove, one of few naturally protected swimming areas along the coast. Locals and tourists gathered in this district to socialize and engage in leisure activities such as shell collecting and bathing.”

The historical period of significance begins in 1887, when La Jolla Park was subdivided, roads were built and residential and business lots were auctioned, according to the nomination. Additional significant developments include completion of the Children’s Pool in 1931 and construction of the La Jolla Adult Recreation Center in 1939.

The period of significance ends in 1940, when the last of many recreational buildings was constructed and community development began to focus on areas farther from the coast.

“It’s our lifeblood and our heartbeat. Even the street layout is influenced by the coastline. The [proposed] Coastal Historic District is unified by access to the sea and our enjoyment of it.”

— Seonaid McArthur, chairwoman of La Jolla Historical Society Landmark Committee

The nomination form says the historic district would provide “public access to some of the most dramatic coastal scenery in California.”

“Trails, a footbridge and stairs originally allowed access to the famous sea caves located beneath high cliffs along Coast Walk,” the nomination states. “Cement sidewalks are set back from the sandstone bluffs and bordered by grass, resilient ground cover and heritage plantings. Belvederes provide seating and shade. Stairways lead from The Village to white sand beaches with rocky outcroppings. Early architecture typifies the beach bungalow and one of the earliest Spanish Revival hotels in Southern California. The district encompasses ... part of Matlahuayl State Marine Reserve. ... Scripps Park includes heritage plantings of trees, shrubs and grass.”

The idea to create a historic district came while a plan was taking shape to designate La Jolla’s belvederes (also known as gazebos) as historic structures. In looking at the belvederes’ surroundings, including many buildings that have been designated on state and local historic registers, and the long-standing open space, some suggested creating a historic district to include local parks and beach accessways.

Over the past few years, McArthur’s team pored over maps and other documents, used a drone to get photos of the coastline and researched other communities that set aside open space for the public.

Designation as a historic district would recognize the coastal zone’s role in the growth and development of La Jolla. Such designation comes with limitations on what can be built in the area, and any change to the area would have to be in line with the terms of the designation.

The nomination will be reviewed in coming weeks and is tentatively scheduled for consideration by the Historical Resources Commission during its April 21 meeting.

Those involved in the nomination say their ultimate goal is for the historic district to qualify for the National Register of Historic Places. A hearing on that could occur later this year. ◆

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