Frequently Asked Questions

In the UK, podiatrist and chiropodist are protected professional titles associated with HCPC registration. “Podiatrist” is the term more commonly used by the profession today. Members of the public may still search for either term.

Yes. Kettering Podiatry provides private home appointments in Kettering and selected surrounding areas.

The planned coverage includes Kettering and selected surrounding towns and villages, including Corby, Wellingborough, Rushden, Northampton, Market Harborough, Burton Latimer, Rothwell, Desborough, Thrapston, Barton Seagrave, Geddington, Mawsley, Oundle, Great Bowden and Pitsford. All areas listed on this website are covered in principle; availability and practical travel arrangements are confirmed during enquiry and booking.

Home visits may suit older people, people with reduced mobility, patients recovering from illness or surgery, and people who find clinic travel difficult. Suitability is confirmed individually.

Services commonly include comprehensive foot health checks, routine and difficult nail care, treatment of corns and calluses, conservative ingrowing toenail treatment, fungal nail diagnosis and treatment advice, diabetic foot assessments, advice for common skin conditions, preventative foot-care advice and orthotics review.

Suzanne provides conservative treatment for painful ingrowing toenails where appropriate and will explain any recommended next step.

Yes. Diabetic foot assessments can include regular checks, treatment, management and advice based on individual medical history and current findings.

Yes. Suzanne can review existing orthotics and recommend an appropriate biomechanical referral where necessary.

Suzanne may be able to accommodate an urgent same-day foot-care visit within her working day, depending on availability, location and suitability. Kettering Podiatry is not an emergency medical service.

Suzanne will explain why further input may be helpful and recommend contact with an appropriate GP, specialist podiatrist or other healthcare professional.

Call 07788 798130 or use the enquiry form with basic contact information, the patient’s town or postcode and a brief reason for the enquiry.

Have an up-to-date medication list and relevant medical details available. Choose a well-lit area with a supportive chair and mention access needs in advance.

Yes. A relative or carer may make the initial enquiry, with appropriate consent and communication with the patient.

Payment can currently be made by bank transfer or cash.

Please provide at least 48 hours’ notice if an appointment needs to be cancelled or rearranged. Any cancellation fee and any exception are considered individually.