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Ben Stasiak
I started my professional career as a laboratory technician working in the department of pathology at the Royal Brisbane Hospital. Although I did enjoy my time there I always wanted a more clinical role and to deal directly with patients rather than being confined to a laboratory.
So it was in 2003 that I graduated from QUT with a Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) and started my life as a full time Podiatrist. Since then I have gained valuable experience in all facets of the profession. I pride myself on being friendly, thorough and efficient to provide the best possible service for you.Whether it is general foot care, diabetic screening or any lower limb aches and pains, all are welcome. I am able to achieve great results for lower limb complaints using customized orthotics inserts to address biomechanical abnormalities.
I also provide a more “hands on” approach when treating lower limb complaints through foot mobilization and manipulation therapy which I believe is a more complete treatment approach versus orthotic therapy solely. Being an active cyclist for the past 20 years (8 years competitively) I have developed a particular interest in cycling biomechanics and have great understanding from both a riders and a clinical point of view. Using specifically designed custom orthotics I have successfully treated many riders for common cycling problems (foot pain/numbness, knee, hip and lower back complaints) enabling them to ride pain free and more efficiently. I am always up for a challenge and welcome all new patients.
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Phoebe Hinds
Phoebe continues her role with First in Feet Podiatry for 2020 after joining the team upon graduating from QUT in 2018 with her Bachelor of Podiatry degree.
“Over this first year I have been able to develop my skills and confidence in a diverse range of patient types including general nail care, Diabetes assessment, biomechanical and sports podiatry, orthotic prescription and ingrown nail surgery.
Previous to full time work in podiatry I studied for a year at Sheridan College Wyoming USA where I was a student athlete on scholarship for basketball. Basketball was always a passion of mine growing up, and I was lucky enough to be involved in teams at a junior, senior and state level in Queensland.
I initially was drawn towards podiatry due to my family and myself struggling with foot related problems. After commencing my study and work in podiatry I became more interested in how podiatrists are able to solve a variety of foot problems whether through orthoses, soft tissue therapies of other means.
My first year at First in Feet Podiatry has also allowed me to develop these skills as I now have qualifications in “hands-on” therapies including Dry Needling and Soft Tissue Mobilization.
This past year I have enjoyed meeting and interacting with a wide range of patients, and am looking forward to continue to do so in 2020. It has been a pleasure in assisting and seeing the impact that I have as a podiatrist on the health and wellbeing of those in the community.
My special interests within podiatry include Diabetes foot care and assessment and orthotic design and prescription”.