The Kirkintilloch Foot Clinic (established 1991) is owned by James and Jackie McDonald.

James is from Kirkintilloch and is registered with the Health Professions Council. Jackie, from Redcar in Cleveland, is a specialist in all aspects of foot care and is currently the Practice Manager.

1. There is no need for a GP referral.

2. Appointments can generally be arranged the same day or next day.

3. Appointments are arranged at specified intervals to avoid long waits in the waiting room.

 4. Nail trimming forms part of standard treatment.

5. If a problem still exists within a few days of treatment, then a further appointment will be arranged immediately, free of charge.

6. Painful ingrown toe nails can be dealt with promptly with nail surgery. NHS waiting lists for this type of  treatment can be months ahead.

7. Foot examinations form part of routine treatment. Biomechanical advice is given, to help in a total understanding of the reasons for foot problems.

8. All Instruments are ultrasonically cleaned and sterilised between patients. The practitioners wear surgical gloves for the protection of you, the patient.

9. The podiatrist is always available for advice on general foot care.

10. Home visits during clinic hours can be arranged for the housebound or infirm, to suit individual needs.

The receptionist in our practice will arrange any appointments necessary and will be only too pleased to advise you on any aspect of the Clinic including information on the products which are available for sale at reception, e.g. Foot Files, Guard Socks, CCS Foot Care Cream, Lamisil Spray and Odaban Spray.

There is a chair lift available for those who have difficulty with the stairs. After pressing the buzzer on the intercom at the bottom of the stairs, a member of staff will answer and then come down to assist with the chair lift. For the safety of our patients and insurance restrictions, the chair lift cannot be used without a member of staff present.

We accept all major debit and credit cards. If you have any problems or queries, or would like any other information, please do not hesitate to ask.

The Health Professions Council (HPC) strongly recommend that, for your protection, only registered practitioners should be consulted.

All Chiropodists and Podiatrists must be registered with the HPC, the body which regulates 15 health professions.

Registration with the HPC ensures that your chiropodist/podiatrist meets national standards of training, professional skills and behaviour.

If you require any form of footcare always check that the practitioner is genuine and ask to see their HPC registration card. Their HPC certificate should also be displayed prominently in their surgery.

For further information contact:

The Health Professions Council
Park House
184 Kennington Park Road
London SE11 4BU
Telephone Number 020 7582 0866

Other ways to check if your chiropodist / podiatrist is registered:

Check on line. Visit  www.hpccheck.org
Phone 0845 300 4472
Ask to see their HPC ID card or certificate.