What is Practice Accreditation?
For our practice to have been accredited by the College of Podiatry we have reviewed our practice standards to ensure that they comply with national standards and best practice within the profession.
In achieving accredited status, we not only undertook a careful review of the practice, and asked another Podiatrist to check our findings, but we also agreed to the practice being inspected every two years by independent inspectors appointed by the College of Podiatry.
We applied for practice accreditation because we feel that our patients have the right to be confident that their care is being provided within a safe environment. Not that the scheme is only concerned with the clinical environment, it also amongst other things, ensures that:
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Reusable instruments are properly cleaned and sterilised between patients
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Staff engage in continuing professional development so as to keep their knowledge and skills up to date
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Patient confidentiality is respected and proper care is taken with patient information
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We explain treatment options, where appropriate, and cost so that you can make an informed choice
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Appropriate referral pathways exist for clients, who need specialist care
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Practice working methods are constantly reviewed and changed where improvements are identified
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We abide by, and exceed, all of the College of Podiatrists minimum standards of clinical practice
We therefore feel that you can be confident in the care that you receive within this practice
If you have a complaint…
If you have reason to think that we are not doing what the practice accreditation scheme would expect, please let us know we will be happy to discuss your concerns and answer any questions that you may have.
If our explanations do not satisfy you, you can complain to the College of Podiatrists, at:
2nd Floor Quartz House 207 Providence Square, Mill St, London SE1 2EW
