ABOUT US
Waitakere foot podiatry is a sports and general podiatry clinic in West Auckland. The practice is located conveniently in Te Atatu Peninsula in a multidisciplinary clinic to provide advanced foot care for people who live and work in West Auckland. We work closely with a team of other health care providers including physiotherapist, acupuncturist and a massage therapist.
As a Waitakare Foot Podiatry patient, you will expect the following standards from us...
- You will be treated with respect and given the best possible advice for your foot health. We believe in a patient centered approach. You are important to us.
- You will not be kept waiting long. We respect your commitment to getting well, but also respect your time. If time is of a concern please inform our reception staff.
- You will enjoy the benefits of a highly educated podiatrist and other health professionals who we work closely with.
- Our service to you is unequivocally guaranteed. You will only receive the highest standard of podiatry care. If you are not completely happy with the service you have received, please let us know. We are keen to continue to improve our service to you. We are happy to organise a 2nd or 3rd opinion for you.
- We promise to have an appointment available to you within a reasonable time frame - you will not have to wait months for an appointment. We open 5 days a week including Saturday morning. Late night and early morning appointments are available on request.
- Your podiatrist has access to up to date podiatric research and product innovations as well as attending all relevant conferences. This way it is assured you are receiving the very best podiatry treatment.
- All instruments used during your treatment have been individually cleaned and sterilized according to the registration board guidelines.
- Your ongoing care is important to maintain the benefits of your treatment. You will be put on a priority recall system so we can contact you when it is time to see you again.
Kiseon Hong – Principle Podiatrist
Kiseon completed his podiatry degree in 2006 from AUT University in Auckland, and is currently completing a Postgraduate diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine through Otago University. He is a NZ registered podiatrist.
Kiseon has experience in many fields including general, sports, and diabetes. He is currently involved in a foot screening program for diabetic patients in the North Shore with the Primary Health Organisation. He takes 3rd year podiatry students for their clinical placement to provide clinical education.
He has passion for foot health especially in biomechanics/sports injuries and diabetes. He also is very experienced in nail surgeries.
Chris Haughey - Podiatrist (BHSc Podiatry)
Chris studied at AUT University for three years to complete a Bachelor of Health Sciences major in Podiatry, graduating in 2009. Chris enjoys his sports folllowing most sports from around the world,particularly Cricket, Football and Rugby League, and it was from this passion he developed an interest in Biomechanics and Sporting Injury.
"I am now interested in broadening my knowledge of all areas of podiatry and am fortunate enough to work in a clinic with a vast client base that has allowed me to become more experienced within all fields of podiatry from peadiatrics to nail care."
"So come in, talk sport, and let us help you help your feet!"
Justina Sellers - Podiatrist (BHSc Podiatry)
Justiina Sellers trained at Auckland University of Technology and gained a bachelor of health science specialising in podiatry in 2010. She has experience in the field of diabetes, sports medicine and general practice. Some of her interests include sporting injuries and diabetic education and management.
She also is an enthusiatic sports person and currently compete on the world stage in olympic windsurfing.
RECEPTION STAFF
- Charly Jacobsen
- Wyllowe
OTHER ONSITE HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS
Physiotherapists
- Pat Hunt
- Catherine Hutchinson
Acupuncturist
- Terry Cotton
Massage Therapst
- Blair