Spotlight on: Stepping Up - Podiatry 2030 report

APodA has gone to great lengths to use its influence as the peak body for podiatry in Australia, to consolidate a range of insights into the report. These insights come from the following informants:

• Sector surveying: We sent a survey to all members, of which over 160 podiatrists responded. We asked for our members’ predictions and opinions on a wide range of issues including clinical practice, business practices, customer needs, workforces, technology and specific settings.
• Expert groups: The report served to convene expert groups and industry leaders. This included highly experienced private practitioners, those working in public settings, researchers and academics, advocates and peak body leaders, and those working in both primary and acute (surgical) care. Specific expertise brought by these expert groups includes paediatrics, diabetic foot disease, patient-centred care models, commercial private practice business models and technology.
• APodA Board: The APodA Board has overseen this project, and ensured content accuracy and relevance during the development of this information.
• Consultant synthesis: We engaged Andrew Hollo, of Workwell Consulting, to work with us on the above process.