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Podiatry Services 

 

Podiatry services include:

  • Specialist 
    Diabetic and High risk care in the Acute (hospital) and Primary Care (community) settings. This service is for patients who have feet at risk from ulceration, infection and amputation.
  • Community and general podiatry
    This service is responsible for delivering services within community clinics, residential and nursing homes and domiciliary visits.
  • Screening clinics for existing and new diabetic patients.
  • New patient assessment clinics for patients referred from GP practices and other sources.
  • Nail Surgery
    This service is for the removal of ingrowing toenails, and other associated nail complications.
  • Foot Health Education
    Provides advice to the general population, (community groups, schools, other health professionals) on all areas of foot care.
  • Foot care technicians are there to support and assist the podiatrist.
  • Biomechanic clinics
    Provides assessment and treatment of unusual walking patterns, with the provision of insoles, supports and special footwear when required.
  • Additional podiatry responsibilities

  • The podiatry service participates in providing placements for university podiatry students
  • Staff are encouraged to attend in-house training on a regular basis, and participate in professional conferences, university and healthcare-related events
  • Staff are encouraged to take part in clinical audit, research and develpoment with a view to publication
  • Staff will liaise with other health care professionals, and refer when appropriate