We are experienced and highly skilled practitioners who treat adults and children for basic care or complex biomechanical needs.
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19)
As of 22/3/2020: Unfortunately due to the current situation and guidance, until 17th April 2020 we are only offering emergency appointments. This could include anyone who is at higher risk of ulceration or infection without treatment or anyone with an existing wound or infection in the foot. This could also include ingrowing toenails, deep/painful corns. Please contact us on 01484 768933 or email: enquiries@hvpodiatry.co.uk if you think you need such an appointment.
At the moment, we are taking bookings for routine appointments after 17/4/2020, please use our online booking service or contact us by phone or email.
We will review the situation as any new advice is issued. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and hope that you understand the difficult decisions we are all having to take at this time.
Please note the following procedures to minimise any risk:
- Please do not visit the clinic if you have returned from any effected countries within a 2 week period prior to your appointment.
- Please do not visit the clinic if you have any symptoms of a cold, cough or shortness of breath.
- Please do not bring any additional people to your appointment unless you are under 16 or need assistance.
- Please do not turn up early for your appointment, turn up at the allocated time to avoid cross-over of people in reception.
- If you have a mask/gloves, please wear them.
- Please sanitise your hands on arrival in reception with the antibacterial wipes provided.
- Please cancel or re-arrange your appointment if it is not required, to ensure we utilise our time efficiently.
Thank you for your co-operation
Affordable & Professional Care
Our practitioners hold a 3 year Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree in Podiatry, our modules included anatomy, physiology, medicine, pharmacology and biomechanics. Dee Smith also holds further qualifications and has a Masters’ Degree (MSc) in Clinical Biomechanics which covered modules including paediatric biomechanics. Our gait analysis equipment is unique to the North of England. We offer London care at a Yorkshire price!
HCPC and Society of Chiropodists & Podiatrists
We are registered with the Health Care Professions Council . This is a protected title used by medical professionals only. We continually update our medical knowledge by completing post graduate courses, and are regularly audited to ensure we meet registration requirements. Always check that your podiatrist is registered.
Health Care Providers
Most Health care providers such as Leeds Hospital fund, Simply Health to name a few, will cover the cost of your treatment dependent on your policy. Dee Smith is registered with BUPA but you will need a GP referral and a referral number before you attend your appointment.
We treat the cause of the problem, not only the symptoms. Be proactive and not inactive.
Life Saving Treatment
I was a new patient and happen to mention that I had a calf cramp the night before which was tender. The Podiatrist listened to my pulses with a Doppler and assessed my calf. Within 40 minutes I was in A & E and on Warfarin as I had a Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) which if left untreated could have killed me! Podiatry saved my life thank you.
EH- Holmfirth
Severe Foot pain caused by a leg length discrepancy
I cannot stress how brilliant the service is. I had been limping for 6 months, seen physiotherapists and a foot surgeon with not much improvement. As soon as I walked into the clinic, the podiatrist spotted the root cause of the problem, one leg considerably shorter than the other. After 3 treatments, I am no longer limping and can get on with my busy lifestyle. I was impressed by the equipment in the clinic, which enabled me to monitor my progress by seeing actual footage of my gait!
MG- Huddersfield
Very Nervous
Previous treatment from another podiatrist left me very nervous to have my ingrowing-toe nails treated and I don’t want nail surgery to remove them. Dee and Sarah have put me at ease and I no longer need regular treatment as the symptoms have subsided considerably.
PW Almondbury