Updated: October 13, 2026
Looking for a podiatrist in Hong Kong? This guide covers trusted podiatry clinics in Central, Discovery Bay, Mongkok, North Point and Wan Chai. For each one, you’ll find what it treats, who it suits best, and its address and opening hours.
A podiatrist is a healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats problems of the feet, ankles and lower legs. That includes heel pain, plantar fasciitis, ingrown toenails, corns, warts, fungal nails, sports injuries, flat feet and diabetes-related foot problems. Many Hong Kong podiatrists also offer gait analysis and custom orthotics, which are insoles shaped to your feet. At most clinics you can book directly without a GP referral, and many private insurance plans cover podiatry.
When should you see a podiatrist?
Don’t wait until foot pain becomes unbearable. Problems caught early are usually quicker and easier to treat. Book an appointment if you notice any of these:
When should I take my child to a podiatrist in Hong Kong?
See a podiatrist if your child has unusual walking patterns, frequent falls, excessive foot pain, or delayed developmental milestones. Hong Kong Podiatry and Hong Kong Foot Clinic assess children’s feet and can fit custom orthotics. Early checks help prevent long-term issues. Full clinic details are in the Little Steps podiatrists guide.
What’s the difference between a podiatrist and a chiropodist in Hong Kong?
The terms are often used interchangeably. Podiatrists typically handle broader issues such as biomechanics, sports injuries, orthotics and diabetic foot care. Chiropodists focus more on routine nail, skin and corn treatments. Clinics like Central Health, Koo Footcare and Podi Podiatry cover both routine care and complex conditions.
Where can I get custom orthotics for kids or adults?
Hong Kong Foot Clinic and Koo Footcare offer biomechanical assessments and custom orthotics. Koo lists children’s orthotics from about HK$1,000 and adults from about HK$1,480. Douglas Horne also specialises in orthoses, including for athletes. Bring everyday and sports shoes to the appointment for the best fit.
Do I need a referral to see a podiatrist in Hong Kong?
No. Private clinics such as Central Health, Hong Kong Podiatry and Podi Podiatry accept direct bookings. Some insurers may still request a GP letter for claims, so check your policy. Public or subsidised services usually require a doctor’s referral and involve longer waits.
How much does a podiatry appointment cost in Hong Kong?
Private initial consultations typically range from about HK$200 to HK$1,100, with routine treatment often HK$300 to HK$800. Custom orthotics and minor procedures cost more. Koo Footcare publishes starting prices around HK$380 for a first visit with treatment. Always confirm the fee when you book, as insurance coverage varies.
Central Health is a long-established family practice whose podiatry service diagnoses and treats foot and lower limb problems, from toenail complaints and sprains to more complex deformities. People with diabetes can book dedicated foot assessments and ongoing care, which help catch circulation and nerve problems early. Because Central Health also offers general practice, paediatrics, physiotherapy and health screening, foot problems linked to wider health issues can be referred within the same practice. Families on Lantau will find the Discovery Bay Plaza clinic especially handy, and it saves them a trip into town.
Why Little Steps Loves It?
Central Health, 37th Floor, New World Tower 1, 16–18 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong (+852 2824 0822) and Shop 109A, Discovery Bay Plaza, Discovery Bay, Hong Kong (+852 2987 7575), https://www.centralhealth.com.hk/ Mondays to Fridays by appointment; Discovery Bay Saturday mornings.
Hong Kong Foot Clinic says it is the largest private podiatry practice in Hong Kong. Its team of Australian-trained podiatrists and physiotherapists works together in one place. They do detailed biomechanical assessments, gait analysis, and custom orthotics (including 3D-printed options) to correct, prevent or ease common foot problems. Sports podiatry is a real strength, and the clinic sees a lot of competitive and recreational runners, including people training for ultramarathons. Everyday problems like heel pain and nail and skin issues are handled by the general podiatry service. In-house physiotherapy makes it easy to move from diagnosis to rehab.
Why Little Steps Loves It?
Hong Kong Foot Clinic, 1102, 11th Floor, Wellington Place, 2–8 Wellington Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 3751 5001, https://hongkongfootclinic.hk/ Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays 8.30am–7pm; Wednesdays, Fridays 8.30am–6pm; Saturdays 8.30am–12.30pm.
Hong Kong Podiatry diagnoses and treats problems of the feet, ankles and lower legs, and offers emergency appointments for urgent problems. It treats Achilles tendonitis, bunions, heel pain and spurs, ankle sprains, flat feet, fungal infections, ingrown toenails, osteoarthritis and Morton's neuroma. It also offers children's foot assessments, gait and biomechanical analysis, custom orthotics, shockwave therapy and laser treatment for fungal nails. Most treatments are non-surgical, and patients are involved in choosing their treatment plan. The team looks for the root cause so problems don't come back.
Why Little Steps Loves It?
Hong Kong Podiatry, Unit 1110, 11/F, Crawford House, 70 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, +852 3001 3103, [email protected], https://hongkongpodiatrist.com/ Mondays to Fridays 9.30am–6.30pm; Saturdays 9am–1.30pm; closed Sundays and public holidays.
Peter Koo's Podiatry and Foot Orthotic Services has been running for more than two decades. Its team includes experienced podiatrists, trained foot care assistants and orthotic technicians. Diagnostic tests include Doppler ultrasound, protective sensation tests and computerised gait assessment. Treatments range from YAG laser therapy for fungal nails to orthotic insoles and sandals milled by computer (CNC) to fit your feet. The clinic is particularly experienced with elderly foot care. It sells comfortable shoes, insoles and socks and can alter existing shoes to ease discomfort, which makes it a good choice for families looking after several generations.
Why Little Steps Loves It?
Koo Footcare, Room 905, Cheong K Building, 84–86 Des Voeux Road Central, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2522 0787 / +852 2522 0897, https://www.foot.com.hk/ Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays 9.30am–6pm; Tuesdays and Thursdays 10am–7pm; Saturdays 10am–1pm. [Confirm: contact and hours].
Douglas Horne has been a registered podiatrist in the UK since 1985. He is a member of the UK College of Podiatry and a founding member of the International Podiatrists Association of Hong Kong (IPAHK). He plays rugby union, golf and distance running himself, and has trained further in sports biomechanics, including residential courses with the Langer Biomechanics Group. He treats everyone from weekend walkers to elite athletes. His services cover general foot care (corns, calluses, verrucae treated with freezing or laser, fungal nails and ingrown toenails, up to full nail removal), biomechanical assessments, video running and gait analysis, and children's foot care. He makes custom orthoses from 3D scans and also offers semi-custom Formthotics insoles. He sees patients at several partner clinics across Hong Kong.
Why Little Steps Loves It?
Douglas Horne Podiatry Services, seeing patients at Sportsperformance (+852 2521 6380), Central Health Discovery Bay (+852 2987 7575), Humansa Physio & Fitness (+852 3180 2268) and Raffles Medical, +852 9387 9019, [email protected], https://www.douglashornepodiatryhk.com/ By appointment.
Podi Podiatry and Specialist Foot Care Centre treats all conditions of the foot and ankle and is especially strong with patients whose foot problems are complicated by diabetes, arthritis, gout or a past stroke. It provides wound care for venous, arterial and nerve-related ulcers, and helps manage varicose veins and poor circulation in the legs. Everyday problems are covered too: corns, warts, athlete's foot, blisters, foot odour, thickened or ingrown nails, heel pain, plantar fasciitis, flat feet, bunions, sports injuries and children's foot problems. The centre also sells orthotic insoles, footwear and foot care products. Its aim is to ease pain and help patients of all ages stay mobile and independent. The Mongkok location is convenient for many Kowloon families.
Why Little Steps Loves It?
Specialist care for diabetes, arthritis and other long-term conditions
Wound care for venous, arterial and nerve-related ulcers
Easy-to-reach Mongkok clinic with orthotics and footwear in-house
Podi Podiatry & Specialist Foot Care, Room 1904, 19/F, Argyle Centre Phase 1, 688 Nathan Road, Mongkok, Kowloon, Hong Kong, +852 3160 8244, https://podi.com.hk/ By appointment.
OT&P's podiatry team is Brock Healy and Heidi Corcoran. Between them they cover sports and biomechanical podiatry as well as medical and general podiatry, and both hold international registrations. They treat heel pain and plantar fasciitis, running injuries, shin splints, corns and calluses, warts (by freezing or chemical treatment), and ingrown toenails (with minor surgery under local anaesthetic if needed). Diabetic patients can have regular foot checks. Fungal nails are treated with laser, and custom orthotics are made from 3D laser scans. For children, they assess flat feet, in-toeing, toe walking and growing pains. The podiatrists work alongside OT&P's GPs, physiotherapists and specialists, so referrals are easy, and many insurance plans cover consultations and orthotics.
Why Little Steps Loves It?
OT&P Healthcare Podiatry, Century Square, 1 D'Aguilar Street, Central, Hong Kong, +852 2155 9055, https://www.otandp.com/services/podiatry Mondays to Fridays 9.30am–6.30pm; Saturdays 9am–1pm; closed public holidays.
Charlie Lau is a New Zealand-registered podiatrist. He has a Bachelor of Podiatry from Auckland University of Technology and a postgraduate diploma in musculoskeletal medicine and rehabilitation from the Chinese University of Hong Kong. He has practised in New Zealand, Shanghai and Hong Kong, including at Matilda International Hospital, Hong Kong Adventist Hospital (Tsuen Wan) and Gleneagles Hospital. He treats skin and nail problems, lower limb pain, bunions, flat feet, high arches and plantar fasciitis. He also offers diabetic foot care and custom orthotics made from 3D scans. Treatments include laser therapy for fungal nails, shockwave, ultrasound, interferential electrotherapy and freezing (cryotherapy). He works with orthopaedic doctors and physiotherapists on treatment plans, and he also sees children, older people and pregnant women. Many of his patients are keen runners.
Why Little Steps Loves It?
Charlie Lau Podiatry, Next Step Medical Clinic, Unit 1110, 11/F, Crawford House, 70 Queen's Road Central, Central, Hong Kong; also at Matilda Medical Centre, 3/F, 39 Queen's Road Central, and Matilda International Hospital, 41 Mount Kellett Road, The Peak, +852 3703 5860 / +852 6595 0118, [email protected], https://www.charlielaupodiatry.com/ Mondays to Fridays 10am–5.30pm; Saturdays 10am–12.30pm; closed Sundays and public holidays.
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