Important notice – Champlain Diabetes Chiropody Program
Due to program capacity issues and an increased demand for acute Foot Care services, please note that we have a minimum 6 week waiting period before clients receive their initial assessment appointment. Our apologies for any inconvenience this may cause.
Champlain Diabetes Chiropody Program Team
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For More Information:
The Champlain Diabetes Chiropody Program can be reached by calling 613-783-7760 (toll-free:1-888-220-8010); Monday to Friday, between 8:45 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.
What is a Chiropodist?
A Chiropodist is a primary care professional practicing in podiatric medicine that specializes in assessment, management and prevention of diseases and disorders of the foot and ankle.
What is the Champlain Diabetes Chiropody Program?
The Champlain Diabetes Chiropody Program is an amputation prevention program for people 18 years and older living with diabetes having foot ulcers, open wounds and/or ingrown nails with bacterial infections.
The program can be accessed through a referral by a health care provider.
Who is eligible?
Adults 18 years and over, living with diabetes and having the following foot conditions:
- Open wound/foot ulcer
- Ingrown toenail with bacterial infection
- Typically for patients who have no 3rd party insurance