I am a podiatrist who graduated from the University of Johannesburg, South Africa, in 2022, providing comprehensive foot and ankle care for patients of all ages, including those with diabetes. I manage a wide range of conditions, from ingrown toenails, corns, calluses, warts, and athlete’s foot, to more complex foot and ankle issues, ensuring each patient receives personalized, effective treatment to maintain comfort, mobility, and overall foot health.
The start of a new school year can often bring a mix of excitement and chaos! Amid the endless to-do list of getting kids ready, one priority stands out: buying a new pair of wel-fitting school shoes that wil support your child’s feet and keep them comfortable al year long.
While school uniforms can alow a little extra room for growth, the same can’t be said for footwear. School shoes need to fit properly and provide the right support from day one.
Ignoring this can lead to discomfort, frustration, and even long-term foot problems. Here’s why choosing the right school shoes is so important, along with podiatry-approved tips to help you find the best option for your child.
Stephanie Smith is a dedicated podiatrist who is passionate about helping people of all ages move comfortably and confidently. With a warm, patient-centred approach, Stephanie has a particular passion for treating children through everything from growing pains and gait concerns to sports injuries, ingrown toenails and plantar warts.
Fiona grew up on the Mornington Peninsula and studied Podiatry at La Trobe University. After spending several years living and working overseas in London, she returned to the Peninsula, where she has worked in private practice for almost 20 years.
Fiona is a passionate foodie who loves exploring new restaurants and travelling the world in search of unique culinary experiences. She enjoys spending time with her partner, who is also a podiatrist, and rarely misses the chance for a cheeky tasting at a local winery.
Her weekends are often spent discovering new dining spots, visiting local wineries, planning her next overseas adventure, gardening and taking her dog, Hershie, for relaxing afternoon walks. Her career includes four years with the National Health Service (NHS) in the UK before moving into private practice, where she found her true professional passion and has remained ever since.
Fiona is highly experienced in all areas of podiatry. In addition to general podiatry (skin and nail care), she treats musculoskeletal and sporting injuries such as heel, arch, and forefoot pain. She also provides comprehensive diabetic foot care, children’s podiatry, treatment for ingrown toenails (both conservative and surgical), occupational injury management, orthotic therapy, shockwave therapy, laser therapy for fungal nails, and Swift therapy for warts.
If you are looking for an experienced podiatrist with a gentle touch and genuine, traditional care, Fiona would be delighted to help you get back on your feet. She consults at MyFootDr in Warragul.
Manisha Kapadia is a dedicated Podiatrist who completed her podiatry studies at Queensland University of Technology. She has relocated to Bundaberg with her husband, and is eager to use her expertise to provide exceptional care to the community.
Manisha enjoys working in all aspects of podiatry care. She has a special interest in working with geriatrics, diabetic foot care, ingrown toenails treatment and biomechanics.
Outside of her professional life, Manisha enjoys playing badminton and swimming.
Cindy’s journey into podiatry began at the age of 16, sparked by an eye-opening week spent at a local practice in Tamworth, her hometown. Since then, her career has taken her from the rural settings of Tamworth to bustling cities like Sydney, Canberra, the Gold Coast, and Brisbane. For nearly 30 years, Cindy has been dedicated to alleviating pain and improving the quality of life for her patients.
Having served the Townsville community for over 13 years, Cindy’s commitment to podiatry shines through her work. She brings empathy, expertise, and a personalized approach to each patient, whether through functional orthotic therapy for sore feet and legs or surgical procedures for ingrown toenails. Her goal has always been to support her clients in maintaining a healthy, active lifestyle.
In addition to her professional dedication, Cindy is a devoted mother and a supportive member of her local Christian congregation in Townsville. Her passion for helping others extends beyond her practice, as she continually strives to keep her community on their feet, both literally and figuratively.
Hello, my name is Dean, and I am a podiatrist at the My FootDr clinic in Bathurst. I am an extremely passionate clinician with a focus on providing high quality patient-centred care. I strive to bring compassion and understanding to my consultations by catering to your individual history, interests, and lower limb health concerns. Read more
Jessica graduated from Queensland University of Technology with a Bachelor of Podiatry in 2017. She is a Redlands local, growing up in the area. She has been practising across the Redlands since completing her studies. She can be found across the Cleveland and Gumdale My FootDr clinics.
Jessica has always aspired to have a career in allied health and finds helping her patients with their lower limb concerns incredibly rewarding. She enjoys all aspects of podiatry and has a particular interest diabetic foot care and preventing lower limb complications, treating ingrown toenails and managing complex musculoskeletal conditions. She has undertaken training in additional services including dry needling, shockwave therapy, Keryflex nail restoration and laser treatment for fungal nails to ensure patients are able to receive treatment programs tailored to their needs.
Jessica enjoys learning and keeping up to date with new research and treatment options and is an active member of the Australian Podiatry Association.
Outside of work, Jessica can be found exploring the best brunch spots and spending time with her family, friends and her dog Winnie.
Ingrown toenails, also known as onychocryptosis, are a common and painful complaint. A true ingrown toenail is when a spike or edge of nail pierces the skin at the nail edge. This is known as the sulcus and can cause inflammation and even lead to infection.
There are a variety of factors that can cause ingrown toenails. The most common cause is due to improper cutting of your toenail and leaving a spike of nail in the sulcus. It can also be a result of a curved nail, known as an involuted nail, from external pressure.
If you are experiencing pain, redness, and swelling around your toenail, it may be time to consider seeing one of our podiatrists. With over 30 years of combined experience in treating foot and ankle conditions, we have successfully treated many cases of ingrown toenails. Read more
It’s easy to think that the key determinants of good shoes at any age are having the right length and width paired with optimum comfort. While these factors are indeed essential, when it comes to older feet, it is important to take into account the natural changes that occur to the body and feet with age, and the cumulative effects of spending over half a century on our feet, especially with more Australians retiring later in life.
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