Local Podiatrist, Linda Thacker, founded Forster Podiatry in 2004 after graduating from the University of Western Sydney with a Bachelor of Applied Science (Podiatry). She also attained a Diploma in Health Science (Massage Therapy) from TAFE in 1994. After working as a Podiatrist and remedial and sports massage therapist at a variety of clinics and pre -Olympic events throughout Sydney and NSW, Linda finally headed home to Forster to establish her own Practise which is celebrating its 18 th birthday this year.
With a personal interest in Paediatrics and foot mobilisation and manipulation Linda enjoys all facets of Podiatry. More recently Linda has done further studies in Dementia Care and is currently increasing her knowledge in Chronic pain and Kinesiology.
We welcome patients of all ages and aim to assist all people with managing foot pain and improving their mobility. We believe everybody should be able to receive Podiatric treatment and offer health fund rebates and HICAPS. DVA and AHMR referrals are also accepted.
Whether you would like a corn removed or require long-term foot mobilisation therapy—our experienced team will do everything they can to ensure your visit to our clinic is comfortable. We treat our patients like family. Hearing locals exchange laughs in our waiting rooms is what makes Linda get out of bed in the mornings! To book an appointment, contact our friendly team today on (02) 6555 5808. Would you like to join our team? Then please email your resume to forsterpodiatry@gmail.com
Caroline Jones has been a podiatrist with Forster Podiatry since 2016. She graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) from Queensland University of Technology in 2009 and started her career with the Hunter New England Health service in Newcastle specialising in the high risk foot. Caroline enjoys all aspects of podiatric care, however has a special interest in routine foot care, diabetic foot care and nail surgery. She is currently working part time after welcoming a beautiful daughter to her family in 2021. Her interests outside of work include surfing, family time and travelling. Caroline’s husband is from the area and they have decided to raise their family locally. She is looking forward to her future in Forster and welcoming you to the clinic.
At Forster Podiatry, we take pride in treating our patients professionally in an easily accessible and warm environment. We achieve this by offering: