Meet the experts



At Findachiropodist we understand the importance of quality of information and how questionable the title 'expert' can sometimes be. For these reasons, we have sought contributions from highly qualified and experienced podiatrists -

> Ian Griffiths BSc (Hons)
> Katriona Macklin MSc PG.Dip BSc (Hons) MChS
> Kate Carter MSc PG.Dip BSc (Hons) MChS

Ian Griffiths BSc (Hons) Podiatric Medicine
Musculoskeletal Podiatrist

Ian completed his BSc (Hons) Podiatry degree at University College Northampton. He has since been employed in NHS trusts practising within the fields of nail surgery, podopaediatrics, biomechanics and foot & ankle triage.

More recently Ian attained a Postgraduate Certificate in Professional Studies (Sports Podiatry) and was awarded a letter of commendation for outstanding academic achievement following completion of his studies. He is particularly interested in gait analysis and the mechanical causes of soft tissue injuries, and strongly believes in a multi-disciplinary approach to injury treatment and prevention. He regularly volunteers at the Flora London Marathon, as well as being a member of the medical team at the Flora Silverstone Half Marathon.

Ian currently works for Health and Fitness Solutions (HFS) in London.

Contact Details

HFS Aldgate, The City of London Medical Centre,
11-13 Crosswall, London EC3N 2JY

www.hfs.uk.net

HFS Moorgate, 21 - 24 Chiswell Street, London EC1Y 4TY
Central tel: 020 7702 1112
Central fax: 020 7256 7463




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Katriona Macklin
BSc (Hons) PG.Dip. MChS
Musculoskeletal Podiatrist

Katriona Macklin MSc PG.Dip BSc (Hons) MChS
Musculoskeletal Podiatrist

Katriona is an experienced podiatrist specialising in biomechanics and musculoskeletal injuries.Katriona has BSc. (Hons) in Podiatric Medicine, a post graduate certificate in musculoskeletal diagnosis and in July 2007 she gained an MSc. in Clinical Podiatric Medicine. She was awarded Distinction for the research she conducted on the effects of calf stretching on dynamic foot function.

Katriona has extensive experience in both NHS and private practices and she currently works in several podiatry and physiotherapy practices in London.

Read Katriona's contributions in Biomechanics and orthotics.

Contact details

Email: katriona.macklin@btinternet.com
Website: podiatricmanagement.co.uk
Telephone: 07790 013873

Clinics in central and southwest London:

Pelham Street Podiatry, South Kensington T: 07790 013873
Premier Podiatry, St. Paul's T: 020 8502 1777
Physio in the City, Marylebone T: 020 7724 8008
Gait and Posture Centre Harley St.

T: 020 7636 4465




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Kate Carter
BSc (Hons) PG.Dip. MChS
Podiatrist of Paediatrics

Kate Carter MSc PG.Dip BSc (Hons) MChS
Podiatrist of Paediatrics

Kate Carter is an experienced podiatrist with a special interest in children's feet (podopaediatrics). Kate studied at the London Foot Hospital and School of Podiatric Medicine and gained a first class degree in podiatric medicine. Kate has since gained an MSc in Clinical Biomechanics and a Post Graduate Diploma in Podiatric Biomechanics.

Since qualifying, Kate has worked both within the NHS and private sector and is currently employed as the Lead Podiatrist in Children and Young Peoples Services for an NHS trust in south London.

Selected questions from parents and Kate's answers are featured on our Expert Advice page, within the Parentzone.