Podiatrist Camberwell Victoria

Looking for immediate care? Whilst individual practitioner availability does vary, in most instances we should be able to arrange an appointment with one of our practitioners for the same day, certainly within 24 hours. Please phone Camberwell Sports & Spinal Medicine on (03) 9889 1078 or alternatively you can Make an Appointment online.  Camberwell Sports & Spinal Medicine is open 7 days a week (closed public holidays).

Cancellation Policy

CSSM requires a minimum of 24 hours notice of an appointment cancellation or rescheduling in order for you to avoid a late cancellation fee. View our cancellation policy here.

Depending on your condition and presenting complaint, treatment frequency will vary. At the time of your consultation, your podiatrist will outline the expected course of treatment and management.

GPs and specialists seeking the best advice often refer their patients to a Podiatrist for foot and leg care however, referrals are not necessary. For a Podiatry consultation simply make an appointment with Camberwell Sports and Spinal Medicine directly by calling (03) 9889 1078.

Referrals are required for Veteran Affairs, Workers Compensation or the Program for Aids for Disabled People (PADP).

Your initial consultation will take around 50-60 minutes, during which your Podiatrist will:

• Take a thorough history to gain an understanding of your issue and circumstances that could have led to your condition. This may include Video Gait Analysis.
•  Examine your body and identify the type, source and cause of symptoms.
• Diagnose your condition and discuss this with you.
• Provide treatment using techniques appropriate for your condition.
• Educate you on your condition. You will be provided with in-depth educational material to help you manage and prevent your condition from reoccurring.
• Devise a treatment plan and involve you in these treatment and rehabilitation choices.
•  Discuss the proposed treatment plan which may involve further treatment.

Subsequent sessions generally last for 20-30 minutes.
*During your assessment you will be assessed in bare feet and in footwear, so please bring along your activity and everyday footwear.

Podiatry treatment is covered under the ancillary or extras cover of most major health insurers.
Camberwell Sports and Spinal Medicine is able to offer ‘on the spot’ rebates via Tyro. The rebate varies depending on your health insurer and level of cover so check the details of your policy.

If your condition meets certain requirements and you have a vaild referral from your Doctor, Medicare may offer limited rebates for Podiatry treatment. In the instance that you suffer from a chronic condition, your GP can refer you to an Allied Health Professional, such as a Podiatrist, for up to five sessions each calendar year. Not all conditions qualify for this program and there will still be an out of pocket expense for these services. For more information talk to your Doctor and ask them about your eligibility for a Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan prior to making an appointment with CSSM.