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About Us

Melton Podiatry Practice was founded in 2002 by Joanna Rowles after she graduated in 2000 from the University of Plymouth School of Podiatry with a bachelor of sciences degree, with honours (BSc Hons Podiatry) in podiatry. Following her graduation she worked as a podiatrist in the NHS for Ipswich Primary Health Trust both in Ipswich and Woodbridge. This proved invaluable experience as she spent time treating many foot health problems in community clinics, on a home visiting service, at the diabetic foot clinic at Ipswich Hospital and performing nail surgery within the Podiatric day surgery unit.

She then founded her current practice, which can be found in the heart of the village of Melton on the outskirts of Woodbridge. It quickly became a busy practice with both local GP's, physiotherapists and district nurses referring patients for treatment, and from word of mouth referrals from satisfied patients.

Joanna's appointments are usually fully booked up to 28 days in advance, partly due to having in excess of two thousand patients whom she sees regularly throughout the year, but also because she works part-time as she has two children whom she loves to spend her time with away from work.

Joanna is a member of the  Royal College of Podiatry ,  and is regulated by the Health and Care Professions Council . The HCPC ensures that podiatrists keep their knowledge and skills up to date, and are fit to practice, by maintaining ongoing training known as CPD. Joanna completes this in various different ways such as completing assessments, courses and conferences.

Our resident receptionists Amy, Jill & Sally! 

Depending on which day you call, you will speak to either Amy, Jill or Sally.  They are here to help you book the right appointment with the right podiatrist, help to answer any questions about your upcoming visit if you haven't been to see us before or point you to more information on our website that may be helpful to you prior to your appointment. 

Our reception team can advise you whether our podiatrists are able to offer you treatment for your particular problem, but they aren't podiatrists so are unable to offer advice about your problem over the phone.