Podiatrist
Elizabeth Murtagh
In 2001, after graduating from a Bachelor of Science (Nursing), my nursing career focused around adult and neonatal critical care, gaining postgraduate studies in operating theatres, renal and vascular nursing and later moving into management.
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My passion for podiatry was sparkled from caring for complex patients with diabetes, vascular and renal morbidities. Patients experiencing organ failure and lower limb amputation.
I began practicing as a professional Podiatrist in 2020 after completing a Bachelor of Health Science/Masters of Podiatry Medicine. I am currently also employed in a private practice along side my mobile podiatry business.
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Being empathetic and providing holistic individual care provides the solid foundation for my mobile podiatry service. My medical knowledge combined with an ongoing curiosity to learn about the latest trends will continue to define my success in podiatry.
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Services
Home visits, retirement villages, group homes and hospitals
Altruistic Podiatry is committed to providing professional and quality podiatry care for both ambulant and non-ambulant clients in the comfort of your own home/hospital. My empathetic and holistic approach means I’m fully committed to the health and well-being of all my patients. Quality care over quantity of care is what I pride my service on. No quick in and out service provided.
Providing flexible scheduling without the clinic waiting time. On-site podiatrist who can assess, diagnose, treat, and educate patients.
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A podiatry home visit should be considered if you experience any of the following:
Nails are too long or causing discomfort
Individuals with diabetes, peripheral neuropathy​, peripheral artery disease, arthritic conditions, mobility or disability issues and difficulty with attending to own feet
Heel and arch pain
Medical pedicure
Athlete’s foot
Thickened nails
Callus and hard skin removal
Ingrown toe nails
Footwear advice
Warts
Fungal nails
Corns
Wounds/ulcer management-referrals to High Risk foot Clinic
Palliative care
Annual diabetic assessment
Both Custom made and prefab orthotics
Paediatric conditions
Fingernail cutting at request (included in pricing)
Partial Nail Avulsion (PNA)/Total Nail Avulsion (TNA) conducted at All Saints Family Practice in South Penrith via appointment only)
Payment methods and pricing
- Cash
- Eftpos
- Credit card
- Bank transfer
- Cheque
- DVA gold card supported by local GP referral
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Consultation fee: $110
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Medicare Enhanced Primary Care (EPC)
You may be eligible for an EPC referral from your doctor, where Medicare provide a rebate of $58.30 for up to 5 visits per calendar year.
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Private health fund
If you have private health insurance with extras cover, you maybe able to claim a rebate. It is advisable to check with your health fund to check your cover.
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Veterans Affairs
Veterans who have a Gold card are fully covered by for Podiatry. A referral from your local doctor is required.
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Home packages
Podiatry is supplied to a number of home package suppliers. Contact your agency to find out whether Podiatry is included within your podiatry package.
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Hospital
Hospital visits are available upon request. Please note that clearance from the wards Nurse Unit Manager is required.
Locations
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North-West: City of Blacktown, City of Blue Mountains, City of Hawkesbury and City of Penrith
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South-West: Camden Council, City of Campbelltown, City of Liverpool and Wollondilly Shire
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West Central: Auburn Council, City of Bankstown, City of Fairfield, City of Holroyd and City of Parramatta
Doctors and other referrals
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-Department of Veteran Affairs (DVA) with GP referral
-Chronic Disease management/EPC plans excepted with GP referral
-Full patient medical history is always appreciated
Contact | Altruistic Podiatry | Penrith
Cut out the hassle of travelling costs and lost time spent, attending podiatry clinic appointments. Allow me to provide quality and individual foot care in the comfort of your own home! You can call us on 0478785532 or use the form below to make an appointment or enquiry. Please provide as much detail as possible.