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Brett Smith

Brett returned to University and in 2018 graduated from La Trobe University with a Bachelor of Applied Science, Masters in Podiatric Practice.

Brett has always enjoyed interacting and helping people and so a profession in podiatry was the perfect fit for him.

He’s always had a keen interest in the way people walk, run and move. This is most likely because of the variety of sports Brett competed in while he was younger. Brett is still very active, cycling being his main love; this allows him to relate to a lot of the issues and injuries that patients present with.

He enjoys treating a variety of patients from all walks of life but has particular interest in rehabilitation from injury which allows him to form management plans to ensure quick relief and long term improvements.

  • Based in our Ferntree Gully and Doncaster East Clinics.
  • Interested in all aspects of Podiatry
  • Experienced in sports injuries and rehabilitation
  • “I look forward to every new day to see a new patient and help with a different condition”

Ernest Lim

Ernest was born in Singapore and was educated there before moving to Melbourne to further his studies at Latrobe University where he graduated with a Bachelor of Applied Science and Masters of Podiatric Practice.

He is interested in all aspects of podiatry and also gained valuable experience working in two different hospitals in Singapore as an allied health assistant (AHA) prior to his studies. In his spare time, Ernest enjoys the outdoors and camping/fishing around Victoria.

Given his Singaporean-Chinese ethnicity, Ernest also speaks fluent mandarin and cantonese.

  • Based in our Ferntree Gully and Doncaster East Clinics.
  • Interested in all aspects of Podiatry
  • Approach to patient care is centered on compassion, attentiveness, and open communication
  • “I understand that every individual is unique, and I take the time to listen carefully to your concerns, thoroughly evaluate your condition, and develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and goals”

Wendy Dixon

Wendy brings a wealth of knowledge to the Your Foot Clinic team, having mentored many Podiatrists including our current director Matt.

With 30+ years clinical experience she is a highly credentialed and passionate Podiatrist. Wendy has previously owned multiple clinics across Melbourne’s eastern suburbs and the North Shores of Sydney.

She is a busy mum of four children and has recently returned from Sydney to be closer to her family.

  • Based in our Ferntree Gully and Doncaster East Clinics.
  • Interested in all aspects of Podiatry.
  • Experienced in biomechanical assessments and difficult foot conditions.

Liam Rothwell

After completing his Bachelor of Podiatry at Latrobe University Liam began working alongside leading Physiotherapists and sports medicine doctors in Melbourne and London. Liam has continued to expand his training and has obtained further practical experience in a number of clinics in Melbourne. His treatments extend to Foot Mobilisation and Manipulation, Foot Strengthening Techniques and Running Assessment and Re-training. Liam has been a Podiatrist contributor for Medibank “Be” Magazine. With two young children of his own, Liam loves helping other kids live pain free to enjoy life. As an active sports participant, including running and playing hockey at national levels, Liam has suffered a variety of injuries. This enables him to provide an understanding approach to help find the right diagnosis and develop your treatment plan for long lasting results.

  • Based in our Ferntree Gully Clinic
  • Special interest in Sports injuries and Surgery
  • Co-founder of Your Foot Clinic
  • “I became a Podiatrist because I enjoy helping people and watching them achieve their goals”

Matt Grant

Matt completed a Bachelor of Podiatry at Latrobe University and gained valuable experience in private and public podiatry settings. Today, Matt continues to attend seminars and conferences so he is up to date with the latest advances and practices in Podiatry and personal training. Matt is a keen sportsman. He has an extensive background in athletics/cross-country and played football for a number of years. As a qualified personal trainer and successful gym manager, Matt has a keen interest in sports Podiatry, biomechanical analysis and footwear prescription. Ongoing education and training means Matt has gained further qualifications in Foot Mobilisation and Manipulation, Foot Strengthening Techniques plus Running Assessment and Re-training. Among many of Matt’s patients are professional runners and AFL boundary umpires. Seeing a need to provide additional services, Matt established the Eastern section of the Home Podiatry team, which provides at home service for patients unable to visit the clinic.

  • Based in our Ferntree Gully and Doncaster East Clinics.
  • Interested in Sports injuries and running analysis
  • Co-founder of Your Foot Clinic
  • “I started being a podiatrist through my interest in shoes and running but now enjoy keeping people pain free and active”