Our Podiatrists

Stephanie is an experienced podiatrist who is passionate about helping people of all ages move comfortably and live pain free. With more than fourteen years of experience caring for the Geelong and Bellarine communities, she is committed to delivering personalised care that achieves lasting results.

Stephanie has extensive experience in the assessment and treatment of a wide range of foot and lower limb conditions. She has a particular interest in heel pain and plantar fasciitis, combining the latest clinical research with tailored treatment plans to help patients recover quickly and prevent future injuries.

She also has extensive expertise in biomechanics, gait assessment, and prescription orthotic therapy, providing comprehensive care for patients experiencing foot pain, lower limb injuries, and movement-related conditions.

With over 10 years at Pure Podiatry, Sophie brings a diverse and highly skilled clinical background to every appointment in her full time role. Her experience includes running the Diabetes Referral Centre (DRC) at Barwon Health, along with specialised training in diabetic wound care.

Today, Sophie’s focus is on delivering quality, customised nail and skin care to every patient, ensuring everyone leaves with their feet feeling better than when they arrived. She believes foot health should be accessible to all members of the community, providing high-quality clinical care both in-clinic and through Pure Podiatry’s home visit service. With a friendly, gentle approach to every treatment, Sophie also has extensive experience managing chronic heel pain and soft tissue injuries.

Ben is an experienced podiatrist with over 25 years of clinical experience across Australia and the United Kingdom. He has a special interest in biomechanics, sports injuries, and lower limb function, helping patients of all ages overcome pain, improve mobility, and stay active.

Before returning to Australia, Ben spent 12 years working at Guy’s and St Thomas’ Hospital in London, where he gained extensive experience in diabetes-related foot care, high-risk foot management, biomechanics, and orthotic therapy.

Ben is committed to providing research-based, customised care and regularly updates his knowledge to ensure patients receive the latest treatment approaches. Ben enjoys working closely with each patient to develop practical treatment plans that help them move comfortably and achieve their goals.

Chris is a highly experienced endorsed podiatrist with extensive expertise in the assessment and management of complex foot conditions. He consults across our Corio and Newtown clinics. He is the Senior Clinician at University Hospital Geelong Barwon Health, where he leads patient care within the High Risk Foot Unit and Diabetic Referral Centre.

Chris is passionate about preventing complications associated with chronic disease, particularly diabetes. He works closely with general practitioners, specialists, and allied health professionals to deliver coordinated, patient-centred care through comprehensive assessments, treatment, and detailed GP management plan reporting.

Laura Dickson is an experienced podiatrist who has been providing high-quality foot care to the Geelong community for more than 10 years. She is passionate about helping people maintain healthy, comfortable feet and stay active throughout every stage of life.

Laura enjoys all aspects of general podiatry and welcomes patients of all ages. Her special interests include general skin and nail care, ingrown toenail procedures and diabetic foot care. She specialises her care to meet patients’ individual needs and to support their ongoing maintained foot health.

Known for her warm, approachable manner, Laura is committed to creating a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable and confident in their care.

Mikaela is a dedicated podiatrist with experience across all aspects of podiatry, including high-risk foot care, complex biomechanical assessments, and the treatment of ingrown toenails.

She is passionate about reducing pain and improving function using treatment modalities that best suit each patient’s specific needs. This may include lower limb strengthening, footwear advice, and customised orthotic therapy to help patients achieve their goals and maintain everyday life.

Originally from a small country town in Victoria, Mikaela is committed to promoting awareness of podiatry and improving access to quality healthcare in regional communities. Mikaela consults at Newtown Allied Health Centre

Heleine is an experienced, vivacious podiatrist with a passion for helping people maintain active pain-free lifestyles. With over 14 years in the health industry, she provides comprehensive podiatry care with interests in paediatric podiatry and diabetic foot management.

Heleine works closely with her patients to relieve pain, prevent complications, and improve their overall quality of life. She believes that education is an important part of treatment, empowering her patients with the knowledge and confidence to maintain healthy feet for the long term.

Adrian has a strong interest in the management of high-risk feet and diabetic foot care. He believes in promoting, educating and helping patients maintain their mobility and independence.

Adrian believes the best outcomes are achieved through collaboration, taking the time to involve each patient in their treatment plan and ensuring they understand their condition and care options.

Whether it’s providing routine foot care or managing complex neurovascular foot conditions, Adrian strives to help every patient stay active, comfortable, and confident.