Lunch & Learn: Understanding Balance and Gait
Dr. Sam Sanandaji brings over two decades of podiatric medicine and surgery expertise to the Parkinson's community.
Join us for the final installment of our exciting in-person 2026 series, “Lunch & Learn with PCLA,” for meaningful conversations with renowned medical experts and movement disorder specialists.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn, connect, and share over lunch with the Los Angeles Parkinson’s community!
The Details
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🗓️ When: Thursday, December 2, 2026
⏰ Time: 11:30 AM
📍Where: Griffin Club, 3084 Motor Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90064
🎟️ What’s Included w/ my Ticket?
🍴 Lunch + Presentation
$ Cost: $25
🚗 Parking: FREE valet parking at the venue!
Thank you to our premier event partner, Acadia, for making this event possible!
Speaker Topic
Steady Steps: Understanding Balance and Gait
About the Speaker
Dr. Sam Sanandaji brings over two decades of expertise in podiatric medicine and surgery. Since graduating in 2003 from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco, CA, he has been dedicated to advancing foot and ankle care. After completing his residency at Kaiser Permanente in Hayward in 2006, he embarked on a distinguished career.
Dr. Sanandaji is the former attending physician and former Chief of the Podiatric Surgery Division at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center and serves as the Chief Medical Officer at the Foot and Ankle Care Center in Los Angeles, CA. Specializing in foot and ankle surgery, laser treatments, biomechanics, prosthetics, and orthotics, he is committed to providing comprehensive care.
Board-certified in foot surgery by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Dr. Sanandaji is recognized for his expertise. He has a passion for community education, as seen in his informative talk on gait, balance, and foot concerns for the Parkinson’s community, available on YouTube.
Fluent in both English and Farsi, Dr. Sanandaji also offers home visits, ensuring personalized and convenient care for his patients.
About PCLA
PCLA is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit helping people impacted by Parkinson’s with tools, strategies, and connections in the Los Angeles area and beyond.
Thanks to our partners Abbott, AbbVie, Amneal, and Supernus for supporting this event!
Good to know
Highlights
- all ages
- In person
- Free parking
- Doors at 11 AM
Refund Policy
Location
Griffin Club Los Angeles
3084 Motor Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90064
How do you want to get there?
Agenda
Lunch Begins
Speaker
Dr. Sam Sanandaji, brings over two decades of expertise in podiatric medicine and surgery. Since graduating in 2003 from the California College of Podiatric Medicine in San Francisco, CA, he has been dedicated to advancing foot and ankle care. After completing his residency at Kaiser Permanente in Hayward in 2006, he embarked on a distinguished career. Dr. Sanandaji is the former attending physician and former Chief of the Podiatric Surgery Division at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center and serves as the Chief Medical Officer at the Foot and Ankle Care Center in Los Angeles, CA. Specializing in foot and ankle surgery, laser treatments, biomechanics, prosthetics, and orthotics, he is committed to providing comprehensive care. Board-certified in foot surgery by the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgery, Dr. Sanandaji is recognized for his expertise. He has a passion for community education, as seen in his informative talk on gait, balance, and foot concerns for the Parkinson’s community,