The podiatry diabetes service works with people who have diabetes to maintain their foot health.
The foot care needs vary from individual to individual. You might only need an annual foot screening check in your GP practice or at a podiatry clinic.
However, if we think you have a health risk with your feet, you will be referred to the community podiatry service for regular foot care.
Our services
The diabetes foot team treat acute foot problems such as:
- Ulceration
- Infection
- Suspected osteomyelitis (bone infection).
Hospital treatment
If you are admitted to hospital, we will manage any existing foot disease you have. In addition to this, we will also help prevent new foot disease.
We will complete a diabetes care plan. If any concerns about your feet are highlighted, you will be referred to the inpatient podiatry team.
Staff you are likely to meet
The diabetes foot team at Newcastle Diabetes Centre includes:
- Diabetes physicians
- Podiatrists
- Specialist nurses
You may also see staff from the vascular and orthopaedic departments. Including nurses, plaster technicians, and podiatrists.
Contact us
For urgent referrals, please contact:
Tel: 0191 282 3867
For professionals
For more information about diabetic foot screening training, contact:
Email: [email protected]
