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Chinese-speaking podiatrists in Sydney

Podiatrists treat foot and heel pain, bunions, ingrown toenails, corns and calluses, and diabetic foot care, and can make custom orthotics.

What is a podiatrist?

A podiatrist has completed a podiatry degree (usually three to four years) and is registered with the Podiatry Board of Australia through Ahpra. They diagnose and treat problems of the feet, ankles and lower limbs.

What a podiatrist does

  • Heel pain, corns and calluses, ingrown nails and more
  • Gait assessment and custom orthotics
  • Foot checks and care for people with diabetes

How they differ from similar roles

A podiatric surgeon is a podiatrist with further surgical training who can operate on the foot.

When to see a podiatrist

  • Sore feet or tiring quickly when walking
  • Regular foot care for diabetes
  • Older parents who find nail care hard

How Extras usually pays

Typical price $80–$120; Extras typically pays $30–$60 (per follow-up visit).

(Estimate only — your insurer has the final say)

Podiatry is covered on many policies; each visit gets part back. Custom orthotics often have a separate limit.

Prices and rebates for Foot problems

Qualifications and registration

Podiatrists must be registered with Ahpra (Podiatry Board).

Good to know

  • Off-the-shelf insoles usually can't be claimed — they need to be custom-made.

This page is general information, not medical advice. Please follow your practitioner's professional advice about treatment.

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