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Diabetic foot ulcers are one of the most familiar presentations in podiatric practice. Occasionally, though, an ulcer is not all it seems. Michelle Reynolds explains the subtle signs that could indicate melanoma.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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The government recently consulted on reforms to the legislation governing the General Medical Council. The Royal College of Podiatry responded – even though the GMC does not regulate podiatrists. Here’s why.
Podiatry has been popping up across the media this summer. Here are some of the stories that caught our eye recently.
NHS England is seeking views on a new professional framework that will set out a long-term vision for the 14 allied health professions in England.
The medicines regulator has clarified when AI tools used to transcribe and summarise patient consultations are regulated as medical devices – and confirmed that clinicians remain responsible for checking the information they produce.
The UK’s Chief Medical Officers have updated their physical activity guideline infographics. Professionals can use them to promote clear and consistent messages about moving more.
The Royal College of Podiatry's Biomechanics of Gait course returns for a second year, offering core biomechanics principles and techniques that can be applied in clinical practice.
The government recently consulted on reforms to the legislation governing the General Medical Council. The Royal College of Podiatry responded – even though the GMC does not regulate podiatrists. Here’s why.
Podiatry has been popping up across the media this summer. Here are some of the stories that caught our eye recently.
NHS England is seeking views on a new professional framework that will set out a long-term vision for the 14 allied health professions in England.
The medicines regulator has clarified when AI tools used to transcribe and summarise patient consultations are regulated as medical devices – and confirmed that clinicians remain responsible for checking the information they produce.
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Podiatry has been popping up across the media this summer. Here are some of the stories that caught our eye recently.
Podiatry has been popping up across the media this summer. Here are some of the stories that caught our eye recently.
NHS England is seeking views on a new professional framework that will set out a long-term vision for the 14 allied health professions in England.
NHS England is seeking views on a new professional framework that will set out a long-term vision for the 14 allied health professions in England.
The medicines regulator has clarified when AI tools used to transcribe and summarise patient consultations are regulated as medical devices – and confirmed that clinicians remain responsible for checking the information they produce.
The medicines regulator has clarified when AI tools used to transcribe and summarise patient consultations are regulated as medical devices – and confirmed that clinicians remain responsible for checking the information they produce.
The UK’s Chief Medical Officers have updated their physical activity guideline infographics. Professionals can use them to promote clear and consistent messages about moving more.
The UK’s Chief Medical Officers have updated their physical activity guideline infographics. Professionals can use them to promote clear and consistent messages about moving more.
The Royal College of Podiatry's Biomechanics of Gait course returns for a second year, offering core biomechanics principles and techniques that can be applied in clinical practice.
The Royal College of Podiatry's Biomechanics of Gait course returns for a second year, offering core biomechanics principles and techniques that can be applied in clinical practice.
The government has announced new ministerial appointments in the Department for Health and Social Care following Yvette Cooper's confirmation as Health Secretary.
The government has announced new ministerial appointments in the Department for Health and Social Care following Yvette Cooper's confirmation as Health Secretary.
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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.
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