--- title: "Dr. Al Ghamgosar | Podiatrist in San Mateo, CA | Sutter Health" description: "Dr. Al Ghamgosar, DPM, FACFAS practices Podiatry in San Mateo, CA. Accepting new patients." url: "https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-al-ghamgosar-1046232183" --- 1. [Home](https://www.sutterhealth.org/) / 2. [Find a provider](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider) / 3. Al Ghamgosar, DPM, FACFAS ![Al Ghamgosar, DPM, FACFAS](https://dyn.mktgcdn.com/p/XP_k-DnVaVro4reDwyRKZPMwywReMvvsJEV914eSIuU/fit=crop,gravity=auto,dpr=2,width=230,height=230) # Al Ghamgosar, DPM, FACFAS ## Podiatry - Accepting new patients [120 Saint Matthews Ave.Suite ASan Mateo, CA 94401](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=120+Saint+Matthews+Ave.+San+Mateo%2C+CA+94401+US) ## Schedule appointment [650-242-1689](tel:+16502421689) Jump to: - [About](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-al-ghamgosar-1046232183#provider-about) - [Insurance](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-al-ghamgosar-1046232183#provider-health-plans) - [Locations](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-al-ghamgosar-1046232183#provider-locations) - [Services](https://www.sutterhealth.org/find-provider/dr-al-ghamgosar-1046232183#provider-services) ## About Dr. Ghamgosar Languages English, Spanish, Italian, and Farsi Gender Male Uses [My Health Online](https://www.sutterhealth.org/patient-resources/my-health-online) for scheduling and messaging ### Approach to care Dr. Ghamgosar is passionate about the anatomy and biomechanics of the foot and ankle and the important role they play in overall health and mobility. He considers it a privilege to have a positive impact on his patients' lives and is committed to providing the most advanced, evidence-based treatment options available. Through ongoing education and training, he continually refines his skills to ensure patients benefit from the latest developments in foot and ankle care. He believes in building honest, individualized relationships with patients and tailoring treatment plans to each person's unique needs and goals. ### Professional highlights Fellow of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons and Diplomate of the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery ### Outside of medicine Outside of Medicine, Dr. Ghamgosar enjoys spending time with his family, including his son and their dog, Noel. He is an avid road cyclist who participates in century rides and enjoys staying active through competitive cycling. ## Education and training **Medical school:** California College of Podiatric Medicine **Internship:** UCSF-San Francisco General, Surgery **Residency:** UCSF Health St. Mary's Hospital, Foot & Ankle Surgery ## Board certifications - Foot & Ankle Surgery ## Affiliations ### Hospitals - Sutter Mills Peninsula Medical Center ### Other - Mills-Peninsula Medical Group ## Accepted insurance Search plan or carrier name **Aetna (1 plan)** ### Aetna - Aetna Value Network HMO (AVN) **Alignment (4 plans)** ### Alignment - Alignment Health Plan My Choice (Medicare Advantage PPO) - Alignment Health Sutter Advantage +More (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage HMO) - Retiree Options (Medicare Advantage PPO) **Anthem Blue Cross of California (6 plans)** ### Anthem Blue Cross of California - Advantage HMO - Anthem Blue Cross HMO Saver Small Group Plan - Anthem Blue Cross HMO, also sometimes known as California Care or Rural Cal Care (includes CalPERS Traditional HMO) - Anthem Blue Cross HMO/POS (California Care Plus) - Anthem Blue Cross Small Group HMO (also sometimes known as California Care) - Direct Access **Blue Shield of California (3 plans)** ### Blue Shield of California - Blue Shield Access+ HMO CalPERS Limited Network - Blue Shield Access+ HMO Plan - Blue Shield Added Advantage POS (Point-Of-Service) Plan**Note:** - PPO Benefit Level Coverage can vary, so we suggest confirming with your health plan and provider’s office before your visit. ## Care locations 120 Saint Matthews Ave. Suite A San Mateo, CA 94401 [Get directions](https://www.google.com/maps/dir/?api=1&destination=120+Saint+Matthews+Ave.+San+Mateo%2C+CA+94401+US) [650-242-1689](tel:+16502421689) 650-477-2162 Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed **View additional hours** Sunday Closed Monday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Tuesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Wednesday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday Closed ## Areas of expertise Explore the services and treatments this provider may offer. **Clinical expertise** ### Procedures - Ankle Reconstruction Surgery - Fracture care - Podiatric surgery - Reconstructive surgery ### Conditions - Deformity Correction - [Foot care](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/foot-and-ankle) - Trauma ## Related services offered by Sutter - [Podiatry](https://www.sutterhealth.org/services/podiatry) ### Disclaimer _This provider directory is provided as a convenience to you. 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