Dr. Frances Svidler

DPM

2nd Opinion Bunion Surgery Diabetic Foot Care Foot/Ankle Revision Surgery General Foot Care Minimally Invasive Surgery Pediatric Podiatry Plantar Plate Repair Foot Surgery Regenerative Treatments Shockwave Therapy Sports Medicine Acute Pain and Injuries Wound Care & Limb Preservation

Dr. Frances Svidler provides comprehensive foot and ankle care with a focus on minimally invasive techniques, pediatric podiatry, and trauma management.

Languages Spoken: English, Russian, & Spanish

  • DPM, California School of Podiatric Medicine, 2022
  • Residency, Kaiser Foundation Vallejo, 2025
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Comprehensive foot and ankle care

Dr. Frances Svidler is a podiatrist with Bay Area Foot Care.

She earned her undergraduate degree in Spanish from Johns Hopkins University in 2015. She completed her Doctor of Podiatric Medicine at the California School of Podiatric Medicine in 2022. Dr. Svidler completed her residency at Kaiser Foundation Vallejo in 2025 and also holds a Master of Science in Global Medicine from the University of Southern California.

Dr. Svidler provides comprehensive foot and ankle care with a focus on minimally invasive techniques, pediatric podiatry, and trauma management. Her expertise includes bunion surgery, plantar plate repair, sports medicine, diabetic foot care, regenerative treatments, and wound care. She offers both surgical and non-surgical treatments tailored to each patient's needs.

A Bay Area native, Dr. Svidler has also lived in Los Angeles and the East Coast but returned home to be close to family. She is an avid sports fan, cheering for the Warriors, 49ers, and Giants, and grew up playing soccer, basketball, volleyball, and ballroom dancing. She enjoys hiking, cooking, spending time with her husband and puppy Maggie, and exploring new foods with friends and family.

Dr. Svidler supports patients in English, Russian, and Spanish.

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Awards & Publications

Education

  • Johns Hopkins University, B.A. in Spanish, 2015.
  • California School of Podiatric Medicine, DPM, 2022.
  • Kaiser Foundation Vallejo, Residency, 2025.
  • University of Southern California, M.S. in Global Medicine.

Practice Locations

  • Bay Area Foot Care, Napa, CA.
  • Bay Area Foot Care, San Rafael, CA.

Patient Testimonials

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Empathetic Patient Care

“Very friendly, gave good explanations without talking down to me, and seemed to really understand how this surgery would affect my life.”

— Jonna M.

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Professional Yet Personable

“Very professional and understanding of concerns I had. Very informative yet personable. Definitely going back when I need attention.”

— Maria E.

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Kind Supportive Team

“The doctor and staff are very kind and helpful with my medical needs. They answered my questions on what to do to care for my health condition.”

— Elisa L.

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Knowledgeable And Friendly

“Extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and pleasant to work with. Thank you much!”

— Katie C.

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Clear Treatment Options

“Excellent service. Very professional. All procedures clearly explained and options for certain procedures are provided.”

— Doctor K.

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Attentive Comprehensive Care

“The providers at BAFC have always been courteous, caring and attentive to my issues. The support staff is a pleasure to work with as well.”

— Fred L.

“I always look forward to my regular visits at BAFC. The staff is truly efficient, kind and professional.”

– Gretchen C.

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