Gerard Sims Stride Ahead Podiatry

The practice is located inside the GP Super Clinic and offers a comprehensive podiatric service. The philosophy and goals of Gerard's practice are well aligned with those of the overall philosophy of the Super Clinic. An emphasis is placed on a holistic team based approach and patient education and preventative medicine. 

Gerard comes from a 25 year background in a senior clinical role with the health department and has managed a wide variety of patients including highly complex cases. Gerard offers a wide range of services but has particular expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of a broad range of foot and lower limb musculoskeletal conditions and sports related podiatric conditions. These include such things as heel spur syndrome, tendonitis, ankle injuries, nerve entrapments, knee pain, bunions and arthritic conditions. Has experience in managing diabetic patients/ wound care and is highly experienced in vascular assessment of the lower limbs.  He also has a great deal of experience in paediatric assessment / developmental issues.  He is also qualified to perform soft tissue surgery including procedures for ingrown nails, warts and clawed toes. He is currently 75% towards completion of his full surgical training as he undertakes his clinical doctorate in the Doctor of Clinical Podiatry at the University of Western Australia.

Gerard is a dedicated professional who continually stays up to date with best evidenced based practice and cares about his patients. He takes pride in his high level of follow up with his patient’s care and communication with other involved health professionals particularly the patient’s GP.