What's the difference between a chiropodist and a podiatrist?

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Podiatry and Chiropody share a history, but although each profession has defining features, they are often seen as interchangeable.

Chiropody is the practice of increasing foot function and reducing discomfort, often through the management of nail conditions, corns, calluses and verrucae.

Podiatry expands this scope of practice and founds it on an established research base.

In 1989 the name podiatry, rather than chiropody, was adopted in the UK to bring the terminology into line with other English speaking countries and Europe. The change of name from chiropodist to podiatrist occured over a long period of transition in the 1970's and 1980's.

from "The Podiatrist" Jan/Feb 2021

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Today's students graduate with a degree in Podiatric Medicine. Both titles are protected under law which means it is illegal to call yourself either a chiropodist or podiatrist if you have not completed a degree (or equivalent) from one of the universities offering the course, or been grand parented into the scheme before 2005.

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Whilst it is up to the individual clinician to decide whether to refer to themselves as a chiropodist or podiatrist, most choose the latter to reflect the increased scope of practice now included in our training and daily work.

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Is the clinic still open during the pandemic?

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Podiatry treatment is classed as a medical appointment and as such is not affected by the new restrictions.

 

If you would prefer to postpone your appointment please contact us and we will be happy to reschedule for you.

 

Please be assured that we are operating to the strictest infection control procedures outlined by our professional body The Royal College of Podiatry.

 

If you think you have symptoms of COVID 19 please cancel your appointment.

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We will cancel your appointment if we feel unwell, or have been advised to isolate.

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Are there toilet facilities at the clinic?

Unfortunately there is no toilet designed for access by members of the public/customers or clients of Mostyn McKenzie

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The toilet is for staff use only – we respectfully ask those attending the footcare clinics to use public toilets or facilities in other premises, designed for use by members of the public.

 

Due to concerns with health & safety, security and hygiene issues access will only be permitted in an emergency/urgent circumstances, and users must be accompanied to and from the toilet by a member of staff, who also has to ensure the toilet has been left in a hygienic state.

 

 As the clinicians have to try and keep their clinics running punctually, we hope you appreciate that this would not be the best use of their time.

 

Thank you for your understanding and co-operation.

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