How to make an appointment

photo : F Bisson

Making an appointment with a Chiropodist or Podiatrist is straightforward. Below you will find details of how to make an appointment.

Making an appointment to see a Chiropodist or Podiatrist

Chiropodist/Podiatrists may work in either the Private sector or the NHS. In the private sector all you have to do is phone up and make an appointment. Some practices may have an email appointment system. Other clinics may only make appointments by telephone.

Chiropodists/Podiatrists have their own ‘right of diagnosis’, so you do not need to consult your GP first.

When making your appointment please make sure you have to hand:

• Your diary
• a pen that works
• some idea of your preferred appointment dates

If you require a lift make sure you know when your friend/ relative can take you.

Other points to consider may include:

• Do you require disabled access
• Can you climb a few steps into the clinic
• Do you want to go on your own or would you rather have a friend/ relative with you
• Is there parking available at or near to the clinic
• Is the clinic close to public transport

Please note: A child will always require a chaperone, usually a parent or legal guardian.

The information above for making an appointment, applies to both the Private sector and the NHS. If you require an appointment at your local NHS centre and cannot find the phone number, the contact details should be available at the usual suspects eg library, GP.

Contact details for local Chiropody and Podiatry Services

To find details of your local chiropodist/podiatrist, places to look include:

• Yellow Pages
• The Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists website
• and personal recommendation by someone you know and trust.

Make sure the Chiropodist or Podiatrist is properly qualified and Registered

In the UK all Chiropodists/ Podiatrists must be registered with the Health Professions Council (HPC). It is illegal to state or even imply you are a Chiropodist/Podiatrist if you are not registered with the HPC.

For further information on registration, please see the HPC website

These days, Chiropodists/Podiatrists may specialise in certain areas of treatment, so it is always wise to check the area of interest of the clinician.

If you are in Leicestershire and would like an appointment with me, please don’t hesitate to contact me!