613-903-9944
Attention!
        Coronavirus (Covid 19) is now considered a major health risk in Ottawa-Gatineau area. Therefore, for the safely of our patients and our staff, we decided to close our clinic until further notice. We will be available to respond to your questions by email or by returning your phone calls. For an urgent matter, please email or call us and we will try to take care of your needs or redirect you to the appropriate institution that is able to help you. Thank you for your understanding. 
        Stay healthy!
Our clinic offers a comprehensive range of chiropody and pedorthic services. Octavia Hristea, DCh, CRA, BESc, B/DScN, our registered chiropodist is specialized in ingrown toenail surgery with phenolisation, wart procedures resistant to conservative treatments and manipulations and mobilizations techniques. Sonia Hobbs C. Ped Tech (C), C. Ped (C), our registered pedorthist is here to provide you with on-site custom made orthotics, biomechanical exams and orthopaedic shoes. Please visit our services page for a complete list of treatments.
Book an appointment today at (613) 903-9944
What is CHIROPODY? 
Chiropody is a branch of medical science that involves the assessment and management of foot and lower limb disorders through therapeutic, surgical, orthotic and palliative means.
What is a CHIROPODIST?
In the province of Ontario, a chiropodist (a.k.a. podiatric medicine practitioner/foot specialist) is a healthcare professional specialized in the assessments, treatments and preventions of diseases of the foot and lower limb. This includes the management of a wide varieties of disorders, injuries and local manifestations of systemic conditions.
Foot deformities, infections and injuries not only limit your mobility, but can detrimentally affect your health and quality of life.
In order to be able to practice as a registered chiropodist, one needs to be registered with the College of Chiropodists of Ontario. 

The College of Chiropodists of Ontario has a duty to serve and protect the public interest. The College will ensure that the public receives competent care from chiropodists and podiatrists by: 
  • Regulating the practice of the profession and governing the members in accordance with the Chiropody Act, 1991, the Regulated Health Professions Act and the regulations and by-laws. 
  • Establishing standards of practice. 
  • Establishing educational requirements for entry to practice and continuing competence. 
  • Addressing any concerns from the public. 
  • Educating and providing information to the public about chiropody and podiatry. 
Octavia Hristea  
Registered Chiropodist and Nurse is a member of:
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      College of Chiropodists
       of Ontario
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Canadian Federation of Podiatric Medicine
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College of Nurses of Ontario