Luke is an enthusiastic and committed podiatrist at Be Podiatry (Formally Diamond Valley Foot and Ankle Clinic) who holds a Bachelor of Applied Science/Masters in Podiatric Practice from La Trobe University.
Luke has previously competed as a high level athlete in karate competing at international levels including the Commonwealth Championships where he placed 2nd. Luke has an aptitude for biomechanics and maximising sporting performance and understands the difficulties associated with injuries and absence from sport for periods at a time.
Luke has also previously worked at Active Feet, a podiatry based shoe store focused on running assessments and biomechanics function. As a result, he has extensive knowledge on footwear types and walking/running biomechanics which he uses to assist his patients in their diagnosis and management.
Luke has completed his certificates in dry needling, mobilisations and use of K-laser and shockwave and enjoys using these adjuncts with musculoskeletal conditions. Luke is proficient in all manners of podiatry including completing nail procedures, managing nail and skin pathologies and finding management plans for pathologies that fit outside the usual presentations.
Luke takes pride in being a podiatrist and applying evidence based practice in all his treatment modalities. Staying up to date with current evidence and applying these principles in practice is one of the many ways Luke aims to better himself as a podiatrist.
Clinical Interests
• Heel Pain
• Achilles pain and tendon pain
• Runners
• Diabetic Patients
