KD Podiatry FAQ's
What Is your Clinic address and what areas do you cover for Home visits?
The Clinic address is 52-54 Palmerston Street, Bollington, SK10 5PW. I offer home visit appointments in: Bollington , Pott Shrigley , Kerridge , Rainow , Macclesfield , Tytherington , Prestbury , Adlington , Wilmslow and Poynton. If you are in a location not listed please make contact, I'm sure we will be able to discuss .
What days and times can I get an appointment?
KD Podiatry Clinic, The Old Bank House, 52-54 Palmerston Street, Bollington SK10 5PW - Monday-Friday: 9:00-16:00.
Rotational weeks, days and times will vary, every week is a little different.
What will happen at my first appointment?
I will gain consent and request you sign some forms, obtain information from yourself to create patient notes. All information recorded is completely confidential and stored safely. I will complete an assessment of your feet and check your pulses. Once all of the above is completed and discussed a treatment will be included in your initial appointment if required.
What is the difference between a Chiropodist and Podiatrist?
In the UK Podiatry is simply a new name for Chiropody. The name was changed to the internationally recognized name of Podiatry in 1993. It is not just the name that was changed though, Podiatry is a constantly evolving profession. The extensive medical training given to students over the 3 year full time course and the continuing education after graduation enables Podiatrists to treat a vast array of foot and lower limb problems.
What do the letters after a podiatrists name mean?
DPodM or BSc(hons)- This signifies that the podiatrist has completed a full training course in podiatry at an approved institution.
MRCPod or FRCPodM - This means that the podiatrist is a member or fellow of the Royal College of podiatry.
HCPC- means registration with the Health Care Professional Council.