Australian Podiatry Association (APodA) Podcasts

Today’s podcast will dive into an issue that may not have been at the top of many people’s agendas for quite some time (thanks to Covid). High heels… Given this year’s Foot Health Week seeks to champion podiatrists and the difference they make, our host Hayley Uden asks guests Alysha Ferwerda and Melissa Zacharia to give us the lowdown on high heels. How can people wear heels AND support their foot health at the same time. Is it even possible? This podcast was brought to you with thanks to our Foot Health Week partner, Bared Footwear.

The following podcast contains themes which may be disturbing to some listeners and/or may not be suitable for young audiences. Listener discretion is advised. In this fascinating episode we dive deep into the world of Forensic Podiatry to hear about real life criminal cases, what’s involved in forensic podiatry analysis and how to explore this career path. Join the APodA as we speak with Dr Paul Bennett, a well-known forensic podiatrist who uses his skills to provide evidence in criminal law cases and trials, of which he has worked on over 36 major crimes and counting... Show notes: https://www.qut.edu.au/about/our-people/academic-profiles/p.bennett https://anzfss.org.au/ http://www.bodziak.com/ *During the podcast Dr Paul Bennett, references Sara Robinson, correction he is referring to A/Prof Sara Jones.  https://people.unisa.edu.au/sara.jones

In this episode we are talking about a disability and development organisation called Motivation Australia, and the role podiatry has in the kind of work being done.  This not for profit runs life saving and life changing projects in developing countries to strengthen locally led sustainable health, disability, rehabilitation and assistive technology sectors. Join the APodA for our recent conversation with Motivation Australia’s Clinical Project Officer, Tom Fitzpatrick and Surgical Ward Nurse, Roselyn Mataki Solowara who shares her experiences of working as a registered nurse at the national referral hospital in Honiara, in the Solomon Islands. https://www.motivation.org.au/ [https://www.motivation.org.au/] https://www.facebook.com/MotivationAustralia/

Back to school shoe shopping can be overwhelming and confusing so join us for this special Back-to-School episode as we cover everything parents need to know before hitting the shops. Podiatrist, Hayley Uden and Phil Scala from Colorado chat all things school shoes to better understand why school shoes matter so much for growing feet and how to get it right. We hear their top tips to help guarantee you pick the perfect pair of school shoes – and leave with happy children who are comfortable in their new school shoes!

The APodA has updated its infection control guidelines to help members understand the latest insights in this often complex space. Join our APodA President Ainslie Davies and our Infection Control Consultant Brenda Tonkin as we discussed why we have the APodA infection control resources, an overview of the changes, what is likely to need amendments in the future and how these recourses will give you peace of mind. IC guidelines will be available for members early 2022.