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San Fernando Valley  ·  West Valley  ·  West Los Angeles

Board Certified Orthopedic Surgeons  ·  Specializing in Hand and Upper Extremity Surgery

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Welcome to

Foundation
Hand Institute

The offices of Dr. Rob Viswanath and Dr. Ryan Tantone are proudly serving patients in the San Fernando, West Valley, and West LA area.

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RV

Dr. Rob (Purab) Viswanath

Orthopedic Surgeon

Hand & Upper Extremity

RT

Dr. Ryan Tantone

Orthopedic Surgeon

Hand & Upper Extremity

Expert Care for Hands & Upper Extremities

Foundation Hand Institute brings together two board-certified orthopedic surgeons dedicated to exceptional, patient-centered care. Whether you're managing an acute injury, a chronic condition, or seeking a second opinion, our team is here to guide you toward a full recovery with personalized treatment plans.

Care Built Around You

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Subspecialty Expertise

Our surgeons are dedicated exclusively to the hand and upper extremity, meaning every treatment decision is backed by deep, focused expertise.

02

Patient-First Approach

We take the time to understand your goals and lifestyle, tailoring every care plan to your specific needs — not a one-size-fits-all protocol.

03

Convenient to You

Serving the San Fernando Valley, West Valley, and West LA communities, we're local to the patients and families who trust us with their care.

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Location

Address Coming Soon

Certification

Board Certified

Our Team

Dr. Viswanath & Dr. Tantone

Serving

SF Valley & West LA

Availability

Now Accepting Patients

Conditions & Procedures

Our surgeons are experienced in a wide range of hand and upper extremity conditions, from common to complex.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

Trigger Finger

Trigger Finger

Wrist Fractures

Wrist Fractures

Tendon Injuries

Tendon Injuries

Arthritis of the Hand

Arthritis of the Hand

Nerve Disorders

Nerve Disorders

Dupuytren's Contracture

Dupuytren's Contracture

Sports Injury

Sports Injuries

Ganglion Cysts

Ganglion Cysts

Elbow Conditions

Elbow Conditions

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