Frequently Asked Questions

Due to the length of experience and extent of training of the podiatrists at Health First, we are able to assess and diagnose all but the rarest foot-related pathologies, the vast majority of which are treatable by us.

Your first appointment includes initial clinic registration (we are fully GDPR compliant), new patient assessment(s), facilities fee (contribution to non-staff costs) and consultation/treatment fees. Therefore our initial charges (not including surcharges) range from £98 to £224, depending on the presenting problem(s).  The more complex or numerous the problems, the higher the level of assessments will be required, hence there are a range of fees. As long as no additional assessment/surcharges/equipment/procedures are required, then follow up appointments range from £56 to £112. A complete list of our fees is obtainable upon request from reception.

The time spent with patients during an appointment will be utilised fully to discuss their presenting problem(s) in order that we can fix their feet / foot-related problem as best we can. However if you have any questions or queries regarding our fees, please bring that to our attention so we can spend time addressing those instead. You can also read our informative blogs here:

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We are a clinic that sees private fee-paying clients. These charges are the same for all clients, irrespective of age. NHS patients are able to be seen but there are no reduced fees or discounts available.

However, our fees are very competitive and represent excellent value for money as we always try to improve foot problems and even cure them where possible. In the long-term, this can result in less need to see a Chiropodist/Podiatrist, thereby providing potential cost-savings for clients.

Bunions are a symptom of an underlying problem with the mechanics of the foot and sometimes inappropriate footwear contributes to the problem. We are able to treat the abnormal mechanics and provide appropriate advice on the care of bunions.

If you are making use of private medical insurance, please do check your cover as the onus is on you to pay any invoices. Do not assume that insurers will pay all of our fees on your behalf. Note that our surcharges aren’t usually covered by medical insurers. Some insurers require a letter of referral from a Consultant or GP, others just require a receipt from ourselves for you to claim back any fees paid.