The Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery has been providing specialist foot and ankle care across the Fylde Coast since the early 1990s. We are a multidisciplinary team of podiatrists, healthcare assistants, nurses, and podiatric surgeons dedicated to delivering high-quality assessment, treatment, and surgical care for a wide range of foot conditions.
Our service specialises in day-case surgery performed under local anaesthetic for patients with foot pathology, helping patients improve mobility, reduce pain, and enhance quality of life.
We provide comprehensive assessment and treatment for a variety of foot and ankle conditions, including:
- Painful foot deformities
- Ingrowing toenails
- Forefoot, midfoot and rearfoot conditions
- Soft tissue lesions
- Biomechanical and structural foot problems
- Other conditions requiring specialist podiatric surgical intervention
All patients receive a thorough assessment and personalised treatment plan tailored to their individual needs.
Our outpatient clinics are held at:
Whitegate Drive Health Centre
Ground Floor
During these appointments, patients are assessed by members of our specialist team and advised on the most appropriate treatment options.
Minor Procedures
Minor procedures are carried out within the Department of Foot and Ankle Surgery at Whitegate Drive Health Centre. These procedures are performed in a dedicated clinical environment by experienced clinicians.
Surgical Procedures
Foot operations are performed at:
Day Surgery Centre
Blackpool Victoria Hospital
Most procedures are undertaken as day-case surgery under local anaesthetic, allowing patients to return home on the same day.
Our multidisciplinary team includes:
- Podiatric Surgeons
- Podiatrists
- Nurses
- Healthcare Assistants
By working together, we provide safe, effective, and patient-centred care throughout every stage of assessment, treatment, surgery, and recovery.
We are committed to providing high-quality specialist foot and ankle care for patients across the Fylde Coast.
