New content is being added regularly. Please note information contained in these pages should not replace information or a diagnosis from a health professional. It is not the intention of these pages to diagnose foot problems but to provide information of an educational nature. Podiatry is the profession that deals with conditions affecting the human foot. As a member of a health team, podiatrists are educated to diagnose and treat a wide range of foot conditions.
Podiatry is a registered and regulated health profession.
Health funds provide cover for some podiatry services on their ancillary tables. Entitled veterans are covered for podiatry via Veterans Affairs. You can find podiatrists working in a variety of locations including community health centres, private practice, hospitals, sports medicine clinics and nursing homes. Podiatrists work as part of your overall health care team and it is not necessary to obtain a referral to see a podiatrist. Podiatrist diagnose and manage conditions of the foot.