Foot Health Clinic Neptune Health Park

Report - 3 November 2023

The Department of Foot Health cares for a wide range of foot and lower limb problems amongst the population of Sandwell and West Birmingham community, with the primary focus on preventative care to minimise the risk of complications which are associated with, but are not exclusive to, diabetes. A number of specialist clinics tailored to each patients need are provided, including: nail surgery, neurological foot service, biomechanics, diabetic foot care and specialist wound care management, rheumatology, pod paediatric clinics and Peripheral Arterial Disease.

Patients can be referred to the Department of Foot Health by any healthcare professional. A GP referral is required to access specialist services, Rheumatology, Neurology, Nails surgery and Biomechanics clinics. Patients can self-refer for core services (general podiatry and foot care) if they fall into one of the following categories;

• Aged 65 or over with a foot problem

• Children up to the age of 16 with a foot problem

• Diabetic with a foot problem

• Pregnant women, nursing mothers or mother who have given birth within a year with a foot problem

• Registered disabled with a foot problem • Individuals with a medical condition that puts their feet at risk without treatment

• Patients requiring nails surgery.

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