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Hi, all. I am looking for some advice. I am currently working full time in the public sector but would like to slowly set my own practice up. I have done some local research in my area and there are hardly any pods - and a high ageing population. I have considered prehaps looking a doing some clients in the evenings - going to there houses and slowly building it up. I also could potentialy use a premises once it expands.

However, I am unsure where to start - what should I buy. Do I need to buy an autocalve or could I use single use instruments. Would appreciate any info as am at the very early stages.

Thanks in advance.

 

Hi,

I am looking to do the same in the UK. There are 2 good publications which I have been using to guide me. The one is by Tim Flanagan (2007) 'First Steps...a guide to setting up and running a successful podiatry practice' (available through Amazon) and the other from our professional body The society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists 'Private Practice Handbook'. I guess there will be international variations in requirements etc. but as templates and for guidance I have found them very useful. Best Wishes in your endeavours.

 

Just be careful. In my opinion if you are not even sure what you need or how you are going to go about it, you are not ready. Work for someone and learn what is needed. Be patient running your own show is not as romantic as you think. A good job will out pay a bad business any day of the week and there is less work, less responsibility and more fun.

 

Thanks alot for the info guys. I think I am going to go with what Bill says and work for someone first - get some more expereince then see how i go.

 

Well done. Just make sure you now work for someone who will be a good mentor and who will help you develop your skills. Also make sure you are getting exposure to the type of patients that will help you develop your skills eg if you want to be good at biomechanics than work in a clinic that sees a lot of bios. Find a clinic that values learning and has a fun environment. Good Luck I am sure you will do well.