Hallivis Robert M, DPM

I went to Dr. Hallivis after a podiatric surgery resident recommended him. I had chronic ankle pain for years, and had to stop dancing because of it. Previously, two orthopedists and a podiatrist diagnosed me with achilles tendonitis. I tried orthodics, physical therapists, acupuncture, massage, strength training, and shock wave therapy, with no relief. Dr. Halliivs did a quick assessment and said he doubted it was tendonitis. After the xray he told me I had posterior impingement syndrome, which is commonly misdiagnosed as achilles tendonitis. He gave me a shot in the bone that was causing the pain, and a week later I was able to dance for the first time in years. Eventually the pain came back and Dr. Hallivis surgically removed the bone. Three months later I made a 100% recovery and able to dance for hours with no ankle pain.
If you want an experienced podiatrist with superb diagnostic skills, go to Dr. Hallivis. As far as the wait times, on some visits I saw the doc in 10 minutes, other times I had to wait. I think that is pretty standard in healthcare, as every patient has different needs and emergencies arise.

I was recommended to this practice for a second opinion on a fracture by the orthopedist my GP recommended. The waiting room was full (not enough chairs), it seemed that they had more appointments than doctor (there were 2 working) time. When the doctor saw me, he was very perfunctory, spending about 10 minutes discussing xray results and options. He seemed knowledgeable but curt. After the appointment when I called the office with a question (could I drive?), they never called me back. Office contact said she never called me back since doctor never answered her question. I was shocked that his office, when filing with my insurance, claimed $ 500 of expenses for bogus products/​services (surgical services and a medical boot)) that I never received. When I called same office person to discuss false billing, I received a call back from her within an hour relaying doctor’s rationale for billing It’s clear where this office’s priorities lie.

Was referred to Dr. Hallivis by another podiatrist. I was pregnant and had a BAD case of plantar warts! He has the touch and was able to remove them with 100% success. I had them burned off over 20 times at the dermatologist office and saw another podiatrist with 2 separate surgeries. If you are going to endure the pain, make sure it works!
Easy to get an appointment. Office moved to Fairfax late 2011.

This review is long overdue, as it has been three years since I had simultaneous surgery on the bilateral hallux and second phalanx performed by Dr. Hallivis. I have nothing but positive things to say about my experience from the initial consult to the postoperative visit and suture removal. He takes pride in his work and is competent, knowledgeable, efficient, polite, kind, and down-​to-​earth. He explained thoroughly the problem, the course of action, and the expected outcome. I will continue to recommend Dr. Hallivis first, for those seeking all manner of foot correction.

I went to Dr Hallivis based on his reputation and his extensive experience. He definitely stood up to his reputation. He was professional, friendly, approachable and knew everything there was to know about my problem. He treated me adn my pain resolved in 2 days. His office ran on time and his staff was warm and helpful. I would recommend him to any one with a foot problem.