What they do
Podiatrists are specialists in foot and lower limb health, possessing expertise in their structure, function, and overall well-being. They diagnose, treat, rehabilitate, and prevent diseases and complications related to the feet, ankles, and lower limbs. Their services include preventing and managing foot issues, alleviating pain, treating infections, and addressing foot irregularities, ensuring people of all ages remain mobile and active.
Key aims
- Delaying the progression of long-term conditions.
- Enhancing and preserving patient mobility.
- Decreasing fall occurrences.
- Promoting independence, fostering improved quality of life, and minimizing social isolation.
- Lessening reliance on secondary treatments, surgeries, or medications.
- Diminishing hospital admissions and unnecessary referrals.
- Providing assistance to individuals managing chronic conditions.
- Sustaining workforce participation by facilitating mobility.
- Help keep people mobile and in work.
How to connect with them
Get in touch with your GP surgery for guidance on how to arrange a referral to see a podiatrist.
Our team members
- Sarah McMahon
- John Stokes
- Annette Willis
- Carol Shickell
- Cheryl Kirk
- Mariana McNaull