Meet our speakers for The Foot & Ankle Show Digital 2025!

Sean Savage

Specialist in Podiatric Sports Medicine

About me

Sean is a Fellow of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow

Works in Private Practice

Lectures nationally and internationally

Mentors in Diagnostic Ultrasound

Accreditor with CASE

Hon Secretary for Podiatric Sports Medicine SAG

MSK Case Studies

2 MSK Case Studies

1. Mid Portion Achilles Tendinopathy
2. Dorsal Mid Foot Pain

• Differential Diagnosis
• Clinical Tests
• Imaging
• Treatment Plans
• Treatments

Poorvi Sharma

Senior Diabetes Podiatrist

About me

Poorvi Sharma is a Senior Diabetes Podiatrist based at St. George’s Hospital in London, who wants to create an impact within acute diabetic foot and reduction in lower limb amputation rates.

On a secondary note, Poorvi delivers high energy keynotes presentations that challenges audiences to leverage their focus. Recently she did a collaboration with Astrazenca inviting consultants, podiatrist, surgeons and nurses to spread awareness regarding SGLT’s within diabetic foot.

To develop early leadership skills, she successfully completed Leadership programme via Diabetes UK and inter professional diabetes by St . George’s Hospital. Due to her keen interest in research is currently appointed as associate principal investigator for the trial – DOMINO by NIHR.

Coming from an international background (India) provided her in-depth understanding of different cultures, beliefs and why health inequalities is important. As her personality being very vibrant and unique she focuses to provide an holistic approach personally and professionally.

SGLT’s in Acute Diabetic Foot

Due to limited clinical evidence available for SGLT’s in acute diabetic foot we performed a clinical audit within our acute diabetic foot clinic. Providing an insight for diabetic foot ulcer outcomes, mortality rate and standard operating procedures can be implemented in acute diabetic foot clinics.

Tony Gavin

Founder

About me

Tony Gavin is a podiatrist who graduated from The University of Huddersfield. He has spent all of his podiatry career in private practice and is passionate about using business to assist in the development of the profession and raise the profile of foot health in the UK.

Tony founded a successful multi-disciplinary practice in Stalybridge in 2008, which employs podiatrists and physiotherapists. In 2015 he founded Osgo, a membership organisation that helps podiatrists in private practice. The membership is now in its thousands and has seen huge changes in how podiatry is being promoted and delivered in the private sector. His vision for a large and inclusive conference in the industry has been realised through the formation of The Foot and Ankle Show.

Tony has additional roles with the distribution of medical products and acts as a non exec director to various projects in the health technology sector.

Leading from Every Level: Core Values for Advancing Podiatry

In this honest and practical session, podiatrist and entrepreneur Tony Gavin shares lessons from his own journey – running clinics, launching businesses, and supporting others in the profession.

He’ll talk about what leadership really means in everyday practice, how to spot opportunities, and why making a difference doesn’t require a fancy title. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to give back to your community, you’ll leave with real-world ideas and encouragement to grow in your own way.

Grant Duong

Podiatrist

About me

Grant Duong is a Sydney-based podiatrist who is passionate about making foot and lower limb health and knowledge accessible and engaging for everyone.

Through his work at his company Triumph Health, he provides expert care for a variety of foot and lower limb conditions.

Beyond the clinic, Grant leverages the power of social media, particularly his popular Instagram and YouTube profiles, to educate and connect with a broad audience. Known for his fun and informative approach, Grant’s online content focuses on practical tips for treating, improving, and preventing foot and leg issues, making him a relatable and trusted voice in the field.

Through the power of social media, Grant has collaborated with Workplace unions, Australia Post, Australian Police Force, Podiatrists, health professionals domestically and internationally as well as working with popular product brands.

The Untapped Goldmine: How Social Media is Rewriting the Foot & Ankle Patient Playbook

* Are you ready to unlock a powerful, often overlooked resource for exponential growth in your podiatry practice? In today’s digital landscape, your next new patient isn’t waiting for a flyer – they’re scrolling through their social media feeds. This dynamic presentation will equip you with the essential strategies to tap into this untapped goldmine and transform your online presence into a thriving source of new bookings and loyal patients.

* Forget outdated marketing tactics. Discover the new rules of patient engagement and learn how social media is no longer an option, but a vital artery for business success. We’ll break down the key platforms – from the visual power of Instagram to the community building of Facebook, the educational reach of YouTube, the viral potential of TikTok, and the professional networking of LinkedIn – revealing how each can be strategically leveraged to connect with your ideal patient.

* This isn’t about chasing fleeting likes or vanity metrics. You’ll learn the proven three-step tactic to nurture cold leads into warm, eager patients ready to book appointments. We’ll delve into the anatomy of “king content” – the kind that stops the scroll, builds trust, and positions you as the go-to expert in foot and ankle care.

> Leave this presentation with a hunger for more and the practical knowledge to immediately elevate your social media game, increase your online visibility, and ultimately, watch your appointment book flourish. Don’t get left behind – the digital patient revolution is here!

Jill Woods

Founder – Practice Momentum

About me

Hi I’m Jill Woods, a former podiatry practice owner, corporate marketer and professional educator, a well travelled military spouse, and a self confessed happiness junkie.

Fifteen years ago, so I could keep working as we moved around the world, I founded Practice Momentum – a virtual business that pulls all of that expertise together, to help healthcare practice owners shake off burnout, rethink success, and market themselves with clarity and confidence.

With 35 years of experience, I provide my clients with a unique and powerful blend of no-nonsense business strategies, genuine authenticity, and powerful mindset shifts.

My mission? To help thousands of practitioners stop playing small and start building practices (and lives) they truly love, businesses that reflect who they are, how they want to work, and the impact they really want to make in the world.

The joy of being your elevated unapologetic self – A new practice success framework

Let’s be honest, most private practice owners didn’t start their practice so they could spend their lives stuck in someone else’s version of “success.” But sadly, that’s exactly where so many end up: burnt out, boxed in, and wondering why they don’t love their work like they used to.

In this session, I’m sharing a brand new success framework built on 15+ years of working with practice owners, and a big truth I’ve seen over and over again: your practice won’t grow in a joyful, sustainable way until you start showing up as your elevated, unapologetic self.

This is not about becoming someone you’re not. It’s about reconnecting with who you really are (which often gets lost among other people’s expectations of you) and using that new clarity to redesign your practice from the inside out. Expect real talk, some light-hearted truth bombs, a simple self-assessment to spot where you might be out of alignment… and a fresh dose of inspiration to help you get building a business that gives you as much as you give others.

Join me and let’s get cracking on creating a practice (and life!) you love showing up to.

Ian Sadler

MSK Podiatrist, Director of BxClinic, Clinical Educator

About me

Ian has over 28 years of experience treating MSK injuries: first in the British Army as a combat medic, and then following a dedicated biomechanics focused career in Podiatry.

Ian founded and leads an MSK Podiatry practice in Norwich, treating a wide range of biomechanics patients, including athletes and weekend warriors to you and me. He provides orthotic consultancy for many of the UK’s leading orthotic insole manufacturers.

Ian has been a clinical educator in the clinical application of biomechanics for over 17 years, and focuses on translating the latest research into ‘use in clinic’ tests, assessments and protocols for a variety of health professionals. His education services reach a wide range of clients from Body Control Pilates, to state of the art clinical and gait analysis facilities.

“My passion is bringing clinical biomechanics to as many practitioners and patients as possible”.

The 5 Key’s to Prescribing Orthotic Insoles

Safe and effective prescription is the goal of each of us when prescribing orthotic insoles for our patients. In this talk, using Morton’s Neuroma as a case study, Ian will guide you through his ‘tick sheet’ of the key things to account for in your orthotic insole prescription writing.

If you are new to prescribing orthotic insoles or have been doing it for years, this useful process will help you deliver a great result for your patient.

Simone McConnie

Diabetic Footcare Specialist Podiatrist

Founder and Managing Podiatrist Comfeet Foot Care Clinic

About me

Simone McConnie is a UK trained Podiatrist of 32 years practicing in Barbados and the Region. Regional co Chair of NAC for Dfoot International; Chair Board of Caribbean Wounds Network; Chair Paramedical Council (Barbados regulatory board for allied health).

Member of APMA, ALPS and Royal College of Podiatrist UK, Founder and Managing Podiatrist Comfeet Footcare Clinic, Founding member of the Diabetes Foundation and Maria Holder Diabetes Center, Fellow of the Faculty of Podiatric Medicine of the Royal College Of Physicians and Surgeons, and American Board Podiatric Medicine Certified under their international arm.

Recipient of Award from the Diabetes Foot Center Group, Oscar Jordan Award and most recently a commendation award from the Board of DFoot international for her work in the region and support of the Dfoot programs.

Advocate for Limb Salvage, wound care and Podiatric Medicine and passionate about ending avoidable lower limb amputations of the diabetic foot.

Always strives for 10 toes and 2 feet and believes in the quote from Henry Ford: that we go alone we go fast we go together we go farther. Teams and connectivity is about solutions and improving lives around us.

Managing the Diabetic Foot: Caribbean Style

The world of Podiatry is life saving, especially in developing countries. While the world fights over Podiatrist and Podiatric surgery titles, the value of Podiatry is truly appreciated when a Podiatrist has the ability to step up because of their training to make a life changing difference.

The Caribbean is one of those understated and overlooked regions as it relates to the Diabetic foot. The Caribbean is often included with USA and Canada reporting. Simone McConnie is a Podiatrist from the region with just over 31 years of experience sharing a perspective of Podiatry and the Diabetic foot in the Caribbean.

Expect to learn a little more about the region and the diabetic foot Podiatry style.

David Tollafield

(Podiatry) Author

About me

Former University lecturer and podiatric surgeon, David has been a full-time author since 2018 and writes regularly under ConsultingFootpain for Busypencilcase Communications & Publishing, established in 2015.

As an independent publisher, his recent books include An Introduction to the Adult Foot, A Complete Patient Guide to Bunion Problems, and Voices from Podiatric Medicine. In April, his latest book, A Hard Act to Follow, based around fictional podiatrist Chris Harwood, was launched under his fictional author name. R.C.Blyth.

David specialised in foot pain syndromes, rheumatoid arthritis surgery, and neoplastic lesions.

He has lectured in Helsinki, Chicago, Johannesburg, Wellington (NZ), Tel Aviv, and the U.K.

Contact: davidtollafieldauthor@gmail.com
Website: https://www.Davidtollafieldauthor.com

Lumps & Bumps – Friend or Foe?

David presents an introduction to common lesions for podiatrists and Foot Health Practitioners that present interpretation difficulties with the potential for malignancy.

Many of the cases are personal examples taken from a career spanning forty years. His talk is provided in two parts courtesy of the Foot and Ankle Show, 2025.

Nails and Their Strange Presentations – 30 minutes

Soft and Hard Tissue changes – 30 minutes

Dr Narelle Wyndow

Podiatrist & Clinical Researcher

About me

Dr Narelle Wyndow is an Australian podiatrist and clinical researcher.

She has a Graduate Diploma in Human Movement Science, a Masters of Sport Medicine (Achilles Tendinopathy in Distance Runners), and a PhD in footwear and foot orthoses interventions for patellofemoral OA.

She currently works in clinical practice and as a consultant for international footwear companies.

Ankle OA: The role of foot & ankle biomechanics in etiology & management

Ankle OA is often overlooked in both research and clinical practice.

In this presentation we will describe some of the emerging understandings of ankle biomechanics in ankle OA as well as describing some simple clinical interventions podiatrist can deliver to improve the function, pain and quality of life of their patients with ankle OA.