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Podiatrists and chiropodists Afni Shah-Hamilton, MInstPod

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About

The Institute of Podiatrists is a professional body for podiatrists in the UK, setting academic and clinical standards, promoting research and education, and raising awareness of foot health. Podiatrists are regulated professionals who are experts in assessing, diagnosing, and treating conditions, injuries diseases and traumas of the foot and lower limb. Podiatrists also prevent, manage and correct foot irregularities, relieve pain, treat infection, and keep people of all ages mobile and active. Podiatrists (also known as chiropodists) are regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), and work in the NHS and independent/private sectors.

The Institute supports podiatrists throughout their career, to deliver high quality foot and lower limb care and to continue to develop their skills.

Opening times

Monday : 11am-7pm Tues- 9am- 5.30pm Wednesday and Thursday- 9am-4pm Once a month on Friday 10am-4.30pm Once a month on Saturday 9am-3pm

About the service

Podiatry treatment of: Fungal nails Wilde-pedique nail reconstruction Clearanail Nail issues Ingrown toenails Verruca treatments Nail Surgery Hard Skin and corn removal Podopaediatric care Foot mobilisation MSK lower limb issues Biomechanics and Insole therapy Diabetic foot checks Pain management specialist in movement issues of the whole body

HPC number

CH21720

This information was supplied by The Institute of Podiatrists on 27 February 2026.