What is a Podiatrist?

A podiatrist is a university-trained allied health practitioner who specialises in assessing, diagnosing and treating conditions of the foot, ankle and lower limb. Podiatrists treat skin and nail conditions, musculoskeletal foot and ankle pain, sports injuries, gait abnormalities, and provide custom orthotics and footwear advice. At Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy and Sports Medicine, our podiatrists work alongside physios and sports physicians to manage everything from heel pain and plantar fasciitis to ingrown toenails, bunions and diabetic foot care.

Should I see my GP before consulting with a podiatrist in Melbourne?

No, you do not need a referral from your GP to see a podiatrist â you can book directly with our team. However, if your GP identifies that podiatry should be part of your ongoing care, they may refer you under a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan. This referral enables access to a Medicare rebate for eligible services. Patients who may qualify for a CDM plan often have chronic or ongoing medical conditions that impact their foot health â such as diabetes, arthritis, circulatory issues, or chronic foot pain. In these cases, podiatry input can play a vital role in managing symptoms, preventing complications, and supporting mobility and independence.

What should I expect in my podiatry consultation?

At your initial podiatry consultation, your clinician will begin by taking a thorough medical history and discussing your current concerns, symptoms, and goals. This is followed by a physical assessment, which may include examining your skin, nails, foot structure, joint mobility, and walking or running patterns (gait analysis). Depending on your presentation, the podiatrist may also assess footwear, perform pressure/load assessments, and, where necessary, recommend imaging or orthotic intervention. You will receive a clear explanation of your diagnosis and a tailored management plan, which may involve hands-on treatment, education, exercise-based rehabilitation, footwear advice, or follow-up care to address both symptoms and their underlying cause.

Who would consult with a Podiatrist?

People of all ages and activity levels consult with podiatrists for a wide range of foot and ankle concerns. This includes individuals with skin and nail conditions (such as ingrown toenails, calluses, corns, or plantar warts), musculoskeletal pain, overuse injuries, or changes in foot structure. Podiatrists also commonly treat people experiencing heel pain, foot or ankle injuries, gait issues, and those requiring orthotics or footwear advice. Individuals with chronic health conditions such as diabetes or arthritis may see a podiatrist for long-term management and prevention of complications.

Podiatry Conditions Melbourne CBD

PODIATRY CONDITIONS MELBOURNE CBD

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Podiatry Conditions We Treat

Our podiatrists treat conditions including plantar fasciitis, heel spurs, Achilles tendinopathy, ingrown toenails, bunions, metatarsalgia, flat feet, high arches, shin splints, neuromas, and diabetic foot complications. We also provide custom orthotics, biomechanical assessments, and sports podiatry services. No referral is required to attend our Melbourne CBD clinic.

Our Melbourne CBD podiatry clinic provides specialist assessment and treatment of a comprehensive range of foot, ankle and lower limb conditions. At Melbourne CBD Physiotherapy and Podiatry Clinic, our experienced podiatrists are experts in managing both acute and chronic podiatry conditions, from ingrown toenails and heel pain to custom orthotics and sports podiatry.

Podiatry Conditions We Treat

Frequently Asked Questions

Podiatry Conditions We Treat

Our evidence-based podiatry care includes thorough biomechanical assessment, gait analysis, nail surgery, shockwave therapy, custom orthotic prescription, padding and strapping, and footwear advice. We work collaboratively with our physiotherapy and Podiatry team to ensure you receive integrated care under one roof in Melbourne CBD.

Do I need a referral to see a Specialist Sport and Podiatry Physician?

Whilst it is not necessary to have a referral to see a Specialist Sport and Podiatry, a referral from your General Practitioner (GP), or other medical practitioner, will qualify you for a Medicare rebate that will partly reimburse the cost of your consultation. Other healthcare professionals, such as physiotherapists, can provide a referral but the Medicare rebate provided under this circumstance is slightly lower than when you have a medical referral.

Are scans or additional investigations bulk billed?

Imaging and other investigations ordered by Specialist Sport and Podiatry Physicians can usually be bulk-billed. However, the cost of the consultation is not bulk-billed.

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Podiatry Conditions Melbourne CBD

PODIATRY CONDITIONS MELBOURNE CBD

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Podiatry Conditions We Treat

Podiatry Conditions We Treat

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Are scans or additional investigations bulk billed?

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