James W. Ratcliff, DPM, provides personalized podiatric care for patients in Los Gatos and Menlo Park. A board-certified foot and ankle surgeon, Dr. Ratcliff has been on staff at Stanford Hospital since 1997 and brings decades of experience to the practice. The office focuses on diagnosing and treating foot and ankle concerns, with care tailored to each patient and time devoted to listening and explaining treatment options.

Services address plantar fasciitis, heel pain, warts, ingrown toenails, bunions, hammertoes, and neuromas. The practice also offers custom orthotics, Lapiplasty bunion correction, and newer treatment approaches, including ShockWave and Swift microwave treatments for warts. Patients can request appointments, access educational videos and recommendations, and find guidance on footwear, stretching, exercise, and related wellness topics. The practice accepts most PPO plans, Medicare, and Stanford HMO plans; patients are encouraged to contact the office with insurance or payment questions. Dr. Ratcliff’s approach combines professional expertise with attentive, practical care for a range of foot and ankle needs.