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Dr. Nicholas Crismali, DPM

Dr. Nicholas Crismali, DPM

Podiatry*
40+ years of experience

Dr. Nicholas Crismali, DPM is a podiatry specialist in Hesperia, CA and has over 40 years of experience in the medical field. He graduated from Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine in 1984. He is affiliated with Mad River Community Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

4.1 Star Rating
Based on 19 reviews 4.1 Star Rating (19 reviews)

Practice

18151 Bear Valley Rd Hesperia, CA 92345

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Dr. Crismali is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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  • Above average experience
  • Good hospital quality
  • Good patient ratings
  • No healthcare sanctions
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Trustworthy
    Patients said this doctor is trustworthy. See reviews
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Dr. Crismali's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. Crismali

4.1
19 ratings, 11 with a written review
5 star
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3 star
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2 star
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1 star
21%
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Worst dr I've ever had the displeasure
When I asked re possible arthritis after surgery, Crismoli said 'Do you want your feet to stop hurting or not.' Afterward when telling him one toe won't bend he said 'Oh, didn't I tell you to do paper towel scrunchies?' He messed up my feet so badly I was better off before the surgery. One big toe is now almost an inch longer than the other and offset to hang off edge of sandals. Short one and next toe press against each other so hard I'm in near constant pain. When I tried to make an appointment for these issues I was refused. Extremely Inadequate pain mgmt after surgery and no help. I was in Agony. My knee replacement was a breeze compared to his botching of my feet. Preop I wore size 8.5 shoes. Post op size 8 on one one foot, size 9 on the other. I wish I could share a photo. Now I I cant sleep without tenting bedding over 1 foot. The 3 middle toes on both feet have pressure callouses on the ends and deformed nailstructure, flat nails are now thickened and deformed. ZERO stars.
What went well
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • I didn't feel respected
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Kandi Harrower – Mar 06, 2025
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Hopeful
I was in need of a new Podiatrist, because I am Diabetic and have Neuropathy. My HMO choose this office for me. I am hoping for a more warm and friendly office staff because, I was asked do I have appointment and for my ID and insurance cards as a greeting. I would like to have both of my insurance plans accepted because otherwise I would be financially responsible for anything that is not covered. I was found to have a toenail fungus and I would have liked to have a prescription for that. I was told to go to the lobby and finish my new patient paperwork but I did not know that the front door was locked and everyone had left for lunch, so I just left . This encounter was not very pleasant and I'm hoping that things improve, because I need warm, friendly and helpful Podiatrist office.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
No results
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Evalyn Burnie – Feb 29, 2024
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Excellent care.
The entire staff are super nice, friendly and attentive.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joane – Sep 19, 2023
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Super impressed!
I went in yesterday, with lots of trepidation. Pain, generally, does not connote an easy fix; Yet, here was a Doctor who actually made me better. I walked out with no pain & gained hope with each subsequent step.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Lyn – Mar 03, 2023
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Highly recommend!!
I have been a patient of Dr. CRISMALI for over 20 years. I've had bunion surgery, been treated for for heel pain and most recently treated for a neuroma. Dr. Crismali is kind, caring, experienced, explains things well and truly cares about resolving your foot issue. I highly recommend him.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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C Simpson – Feb 09, 2023
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My experience is one of many years as patient with Dr. Crismali & Dr Awad. My visit on 01/09/2023 was amazing and complete care for my appointment.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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R. Gurley – Jan 11, 2023
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Who is Dr.Crismali? Never saw the guy. Just saw a couple of his “Whan-a-be’s. Offered no help, no concern, stood around the corner and snickered. Absolutely a horrible experience. Terrible, terrible, terrible group of people.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
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Kristopher Mcqueen – Nov 24, 2022
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Wonderful Podiatrist
Dr Crismali and his staff are wonderful. The office is so nice and clean and Dr. Crismali really takes the time to listen and answers all your questions. My foot surgery was easy and never had any pain from start to finish. Highly recommended.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Aug 30, 2022
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Wonderful Doctor
I've been to several appts with my husband and very impressed in every way with Dr. Crismali. He is personable, compassionate and has the utmost patience. Above all, he is an expert in his field and resolved all my husbands issues. I cannot say enough about this "Wonderful" Doctor, also kudos to his staff! Thank you, Dr. Crismali..
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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Joyce Garibay – Jul 14, 2022
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Great Dr. Really listens and treats the "whole" patient. Both my wife and I spent time in his well maintained and fluently run office. Staff is wonderful, office is quiet and the Dr's service is A+.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
2 others found this helpful
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Gary in Apple Valley – Aug 07, 2018
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I have been seeing Dr Crismali since November 2015. He is so gifted when it comes to injections. The injections are literally pain free. I also received orthotics and along with the injections have allowed me to become pain free. I have to remind myself which foot I have had the problems with. The staff is so friendly, it's obvious that they enjoy working there. The office staff is very accommodating as to setting up your appointments.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
6 others found this helpful
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Terry in Crestline, CA – Nov 15, 2016
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About Me

care philosophy

Dr. Crismali is a podiatrist with more than 2 decades of experience in treating a variety of foot and ankle conditions and specializes in treating sports related injuries including the use of orthotic devices and other conservative methods of care....read more
  • Podiatry

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  • Dr. William M. Scholl College Of Podiatric Medicine

    Medical School, 1984

Dr. Crismali is a Healthgrades Choice provider in Podiatry

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    Locations

    Practice

    Unavail18151 Bear Valley Rd Hesperia, CA 92345
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    Affiliated Hospitals

    • Mad River Community Hospital

      3800 Janes Rd
      Arcata, CA 95521

      How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

      84%
      Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

      4% lower than the national average

      77%
      Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

      5% lower than the national average

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