ROYAL COLLEGE OF PODIATRY
A new children's book, Grandpa, where are your shoes?, will be published in the UK this August. Podiatrist and author Jonathan Brocklehurst tells The New Podiatrist about the inspiration behind the story, why he wrote it for children and what he hopes it will achieve.
Watch our video interviews with award winners, finalists and guests from this year's Royal College of Podiatry Awards as they reflect on their achievements, their profession and the impact of recognition from their colleagues.
Rafael Nadal was one of the most successful tennis players of his generation. At age 19, however, his career was seriously threatened by chronic midfoot pain. He chose to play on, adopting a highly unconventional – and potentially controversial – approach to pain management.
A new children's book, Grandpa, where are your shoes?, will be published in the UK this August. Podiatrist and author Jonathan Brocklehurst tells The New Podiatrist about the inspiration behind the story, why he wrote it for children and what he hopes it will achieve.
Watch our video interviews with award winners, finalists and guests from this year's Royal College of Podiatry Awards as they reflect on their achievements, their profession and the impact of recognition from their colleagues.
Rafael Nadal was one of the most successful tennis players of his generation. At age 19, however, his career was seriously threatened by chronic midfoot pain. He chose to play on, adopting a highly unconventional – and potentially controversial – approach to pain management.
A new children's book, Grandpa, where are your shoes?, will be published in the UK this August. Podiatrist and author Jonathan Brocklehurst tells The New Podiatrist about the inspiration behind the story, why he wrote it for children and what he hopes it will achieve.
Watch our video interviews with award winners, finalists and guests from this year's Royal College of Podiatry Awards as they reflect on their achievements, their profession and the impact of recognition from their colleagues.
Rafael Nadal was one of the most successful tennis players of his generation. At age 19, however, his career was seriously threatened by chronic midfoot pain. He chose to play on, adopting a highly unconventional – and potentially controversial – approach to pain management.
A new children's book, Grandpa, where are your shoes?, will be published in the UK this August. Podiatrist and author Jonathan Brocklehurst tells The New Podiatrist about the inspiration behind the story, why he wrote it for children and what he hopes it will achieve.
Watch our video interviews with award winners, finalists and guests from this year's Royal College of Podiatry Awards as they reflect on their achievements, their profession and the impact of recognition from their colleagues.
Rafael Nadal was one of the most successful tennis players of his generation. At age 19, however, his career was seriously threatened by chronic midfoot pain. He chose to play on, adopting a highly unconventional – and potentially controversial – approach to pain management.
Feature of the week
The Royal College of Podiatry has joined 13 other NHS health unions in reinforcing calls for meaningful Agenda for Change pay reform as negotiations with government continue.
The Royal College of Podiatry has issued a position statement on the use of injectable hyaluronic acid-based dermal hydrogels in the foot. While these treatments are attracting growing interest, the College says that patient safety, prescribing compliance and strong clinical governance must remain the priority.
The Royal College of Podiatry has issued a position statement on the use of injectable hyaluronic acid-based dermal hydrogels in the foot. While these treatments are attracting growing interest, the College says that patient safety, prescribing compliance and strong clinical governance must remain the priority.
Have you completed a research project, service evaluation, quality improvement initiative or innovative piece of clinical work? The Royal College of Podiatry is inviting abstract submissions for Podiatry 2026, with the deadline set for 31 August 2026.
Have you completed a research project, service evaluation, quality improvement initiative or innovative piece of clinical work? The Royal College of Podiatry is inviting abstract submissions for Podiatry 2026, with the deadline set for 31 August 2026.
Tickets are now available for two events taking place at the ICC Birmingham this November. Podiatry 2026 will be held on 26–27 November, followed by the RCPod Learning Academy Immersive Day on 28 November.
Tickets are now available for two events taking place at the ICC Birmingham this November. Podiatry 2026 will be held on 26–27 November, followed by the RCPod Learning Academy Immersive Day on 28 November.
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A new children's book, Grandpa, where are your shoes?, will be published in the UK this August. Podiatrist and author Jonathan Brocklehurst tells The New Podiatrist about the inspiration behind the story, why he wrote it for children and what he hopes it will achieve.
Nominations are open until midnight on Sunday 23 August for Scotland's Health Awards 2026, which celebrate excellence in health and social care across Scotland.
The Journal of Foot and Ankle Research (JFAR), the official journal of the Royal College of Podiatry and the Australian Podiatry Association, is inviting applications for Associate Editors.
Healthcare professionals are being advised that batches of ChloraPrep 2% applicators with an expiry date up to and including May 2029 are being recalled due to a potential sterility issue affecting the packaging process.
Watch our video interviews with award winners, finalists and guests from this year's Royal College of Podiatry Awards as they reflect on their achievements, their profession and the impact of recognition from their colleagues.
To mark South Asian Heritage Month, Hasina Aziz reflects on how her Indian heritage, South African upbringing and experiences as an internationally trained clinician have influenced her career in podiatry.
A new children's book, Grandpa, where are your shoes?, will be published in the UK this August. Podiatrist and author Jonathan Brocklehurst tells The New Podiatrist about the inspiration behind the story, why he wrote it for children and what he hopes it will achieve.
Nominations are open until midnight on Sunday 23 August for Scotland's Health Awards 2026, which celebrate excellence in health and social care across Scotland.
The Journal of Foot and Ankle Research (JFAR), the official journal of the Royal College of Podiatry and the Australian Podiatry Association, is inviting applications for Associate Editors.
Healthcare professionals are being advised that batches of ChloraPrep 2% applicators with an expiry date up to and including May 2029 are being recalled due to a potential sterility issue affecting the packaging process.
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The Journal of Foot and Ankle Research (JFAR), the official journal of the Royal College of Podiatry and the Australian Podiatry Association, is inviting applications for Associate Editors.
The Journal of Foot and Ankle Research (JFAR), the official journal of the Royal College of Podiatry and the Australian Podiatry Association, is inviting applications for Associate Editors.
Healthcare professionals are being advised that batches of ChloraPrep 2% applicators with an expiry date up to and including May 2029 are being recalled due to a potential sterility issue affecting the packaging process.
Healthcare professionals are being advised that batches of ChloraPrep 2% applicators with an expiry date up to and including May 2029 are being recalled due to a potential sterility issue affecting the packaging process.
The Royal College of Podiatry has joined 13 other NHS health unions in reinforcing calls for meaningful Agenda for Change pay reform as negotiations with government continue.
The Royal College of Podiatry has joined 13 other NHS health unions in reinforcing calls for meaningful Agenda for Change pay reform as negotiations with government continue.
Podiatrist Gareth Evans has been appointed Chief Allied Health Professions Adviser for Wales. He will take up the role in August 2026 alongside his existing position at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
Podiatrist Gareth Evans has been appointed Chief Allied Health Professions Adviser for Wales. He will take up the role in August 2026 alongside his existing position at Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board.
The Royal College of Podiatry has issued a position statement on the use of injectable hyaluronic acid-based dermal hydrogels in the foot. While these treatments are attracting growing interest, the College says that patient safety, prescribing compliance and strong clinical governance must remain the priority.
The Royal College of Podiatry has issued a position statement on the use of injectable hyaluronic acid-based dermal hydrogels in the foot. While these treatments are attracting growing interest, the College says that patient safety, prescribing compliance and strong clinical governance must remain the priority.
The Department of Health and Social Care has published new NHS Staff Standards, setting out the minimum employment standards NHS staff should expect and the responsibilities of NHS employers.
The Department of Health and Social Care has published new NHS Staff Standards, setting out the minimum employment standards NHS staff should expect and the responsibilities of NHS employers.
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RCPod Annual Conference
Podiatry 2026
Podiatry 2026
Podiatry 2026
Two events, three days of high-impact CPD — our reimagined annual conference and exhibition, plus the RCPod Learning Academy Immersive Day.
Two events, three days of high-impact CPD — our reimagined annual conference and exhibition, plus the RCPod Learning Academy Immersive Day.
26–28 November
ICC Birmingham
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26–28
Nov 2026
ICC Birmingham
Conference & Exhibition + Immersive Day