Welcome to Orange County Podiatry

Dr. Gennady Kolodenker founded OCPodiatry in Irvine, California in 2011. The practice focuses on adult and pediatric foot and ankle conditions, ranging from sports injuries to chronic foot pain and complex deformities. The office is centrally located in Irvine and serves patients throughout Orange County and Southern California.

Dr. Kolodenker is affiliated with Hoag Hospital and CHOC and is Board Certified by the American Board of Podiatric Medicine. He completed fellowship training in sports medicine and surgery of the adult and pediatric foot and ankle. His specialized interests include diabetic foot wounds and ulcers, trauma-related injuries, tendon disorders, custom orthotics, and amputation-prevention surgery.

He is recognized in Orange County for his expertise in diabetic wound care, athletic bone and tendon injuries, Achilles tendon ruptures, ankle fractures, neuromas, hammer toe correction, joint fusions, Charcot reconstruction, and a wide range of foot and ankle problems.

The office accepts Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Cigna, Medicare, Hoag HMO, United Healthcare, HealthNet, Memorial Care (GNP), Covered California*, and additional insurance plans. Patients may contact the office for detailed coverage information.

This website was created by Dr. Kolodenker to provide patients with clear, practical information about foot and ankle conditions. Visitors will find self-help videos, conservative treatment recommendations, and guidance on common injuries. Many foot and ankle issues improve with proper footwear, stretching routines, orthotics, physical therapy, and activity modification. If symptoms persist, patients are encouraged to schedule an appointment.

The office also offers HIPAA-compliant texting for convenience. Patients may text questions to (949) 203-5704.

Dr. Kolodenker is a Qualified Medical Evaluator (QME) with extensive experience in med-legal evaluations. To schedule an Independent Medical Evaluation (IME), please email FootPain@gmail.com.