#FootHealthRecognition
Celebrate the unsung heroes of foot health!
We were excited to launch our Recognition Awards at Silverstone in June with the help from Only Footcare. Everyday, practitioners who go above and beyond to care for their patients should be rewarded. Whether it’s a small act of kindness or a ground breaking innovation, we want to recognize your dedication and contributions to the field. Nominate yourself or a colleague today and let’s celebrate the incredible work being done in the world of foot care. Don’t wait till the conference. Use the #foothealthrecognition or email Donna at donna…The following
Mentorship Recognition
- Jim Leigh
Jim Leigh owns Foot Rescue, and runs an apprentice scheme.
One of his team entered Jim for this award and says “He has mentored me from a complete novice with no self-belief into a nearly qualified podiatrist. Jim employed me nearly 6 years ago as a Pod Assistant. I am now a third year Podiatry Apprentice through Plymouth University. Jim has spent the last 6 years training and mentoring me and my life has changed for the better because of his belief in me!”
Excellence in Patient Care - Sangeeta Dhall
Sangeeta qualified in 1987, worked in the NHS for 5 years but always had a vision in opening her own clinic. Sangeeta was one of the first podiatrists to get a diploma in sports science. She trained in Soma Therapy at the British School of Osteopathy for her MSK treatments.
Her Walkwel brand has now become two large Podiatry clinics with 15 staff, along with an Osteopath, hearing specialist and an ear wax removing service, she now looking to add a Private GP practice to the Wellness centre.
Sangeeta is presently involved with the charity Hope worldwide and recently travelled to India to the Village of Hope, to help train the staff and treat the leprosy patients.
best product award - Phits orthotics by Gait & Motion
This 3d printed high end technology manufactured orthotics are the world first truly dynamically designed orthotic. They are lightweight and comfortable and the fit in the shoe is so perfect I’ve never had to trim them.
The results from patients have been great and as all the info needed for the prescription are done through the Phits platform it speeds up the process. Gait and Motion are an excellent team who also provide clinicians with support in the prescription phase and int he marketing phase of the podiatry business. They are a fast growing company witch is testament to the excellent technology and amazing products
Patient Impact Recognition
- Jane Morgan
The mother of a new patient made contact with Jane, to express that her child had autism and needed a care plan in place to best support their needs.
After meeting the patient and assessing the environment in which they would best be treated, Jane undertook initial care – This involved turning off overhead lights, showing the patient all instruments and asking for permission to use them, in addition to stopping when the patient indicated they had reached the edge of their tolerance.
Using this information, Jane created a personalised care plan to send to the patient’s mother. She reported that the patient had had a very good experience and was a very welcome confidence boost for Jane.
Excellence in Patient Care
- Maria Phillips
Maria Phillips from Bridgend Foot Clinic has been qualified for 20 years in Foot Health. During Covid lockdown she was asked by the local authorities to keep her clinic open to provide a service to patients who were in need of treatment especially for diabetic patients, to help keep them out of the hospital during that difficult time. Maria learnt so much during that year.
With Doctors’ surgeries closed, her clinic became a place where ones could call for reassurance. There were sad times when loss of loved ones had died from Covid but she knew she had to carry on and help her community. Maria will always do her best to care for her community in the need of foot health in good times and sad times