Podiatrist Near Charlestown
Experienced foot and ankle care for Charlestown residents. Just 15 minutes from Charlestown Square — evidence-based treatment from Newcastle’s trusted podiatry clinic since 2012.
Why Charlestown Patients Choose Us
Convenient, experienced podiatry care close to home.
15-Minute Drive from Charlestown
We’re at 57 Glebe Road, The Junction — just 11km from Charlestown Square via the Pacific Highway north. Free parking directly outside the clinic.
Early Morning & Late Appointments
Open from 7:30am with evening appointments until 7:00pm Tuesday to Thursday. Fit podiatry around your work and family schedule.
All Health Funds Accepted
Direct billing through HICAPS for all major health funds. Medicare (EPC), DVA, and payment plans accepted — you only pay the gap.
Common Conditions We Treat
From Charlestown Square shoppers and Lake Macquarie foreshore walkers to established residents managing long-term foot health, we provide thorough podiatry care for the full range of conditions.
Diabetic Foot Assessment
Charlestown has a significant proportion of older residents for whom regular preventive diabetic foot care is critical. We provide comprehensive assessments covering circulation, sensation, and skin integrity — and create a monitoring and management plan to reduce complication risk.
Learn more about diabetic foot assessment →Discoloured Toenails
Fungal nail infections are common in Charlestown residents, particularly in older patients or those in shared footwear environments. Our 1064YAG laser treatment is drug-free, with new healthy nail growth typically visible in 3–6 months.
Learn more about discoloured toenails →General Foot Pain
Callus, corns, and general foot pain from daily footwear are frequent presentations from Charlestown residents. Our podiatrists provide thorough nail and skin care alongside biomechanical assessment to address the underlying cause.
Learn more about general foot pain →Heel Pain
Common in Charlestown adults who spend extended time on their feet at Charlestown Square, walk the Lake Macquarie foreshore, or stand long hours at work. We identify the root cause and create a personalised treatment plan.
Learn more about heel pain →Knee Pain
Knee pain in Charlestown residents is frequently connected to foot and ankle mechanics, particularly in older patients whose lower limb alignment has changed over time. Our biomechanical assessment identifies the source and treats it at origin.
Learn more about knee pain →Plantar Fasciitis
A common presentation from Charlestown adults who walk locally or have a longstanding heel complaint. We offer shockwave therapy, custom orthotics, and structured rehabilitation to address the underlying biomechanical cause.
Learn more about plantar fasciitis →Our Treatments Near Charlestown
Podiatry treatments available at our Junction clinic, just 15 minutes from Charlestown.
Custom Orthotics
Prescription orthotics designed from a 3D scan of your feet, prescribed and fitted on-site by qualified podiatrists. Unlike generic insoles, custom orthotics correct the underlying biomechanical cause of pain — not just the symptom. Charlestown residents managing diabetes, arthritis, or chronic foot pain benefit from 3D-scanned custom orthotics that provide targeted support and reduce pressure on vulnerable areas of the foot.
Ideal for: runners, active adults, children with postural concerns, tradies on their feet all day, patients managing diabetes or arthritis
Learn more about custom orthotics →Ingrown Toenail Surgery
Permanent surgical correction of chronic ingrown toenails using phenolisation under local anaesthetic. The procedure is minimally invasive with minimal downtime — most patients return to normal activities within days. Our podiatrist Melinda Webber is highly experienced in nail surgery with a gentle, patient-focused technique and provides thorough follow-up care.
Ideal for: recurring ingrown nails, infected or painful nails, patients who haven’t responded to conservative treatment, children with persistent nail issues
Learn more about nail surgery →Shockwave Therapy
Non-invasive treatment for chronic musculoskeletal pain, particularly plantar fasciitis, Achilles tendonitis, and heel spurs. An effective alternative to corticosteroid injections or surgery. Sessions take 10–15 minutes, with many patients noticing improvement after 1–3 treatments. An effective drug-free option for Charlestown residents with chronic plantar fasciitis or heel pain who want to avoid corticosteroid injections or long-term medication.
Ideal for: chronic pain lasting 3+ months, tendon injuries, runners and athletes, anyone wanting to avoid injections or surgery. $100 per session.
Learn more about shockwave therapy →Laser Treatment for Fungal Nails
1064YAG thermal laser that targets fungal infection beneath the toenail — no drugs, no needles, no downtime. A safe option for patients who cannot tolerate oral antifungal medications due to liver concerns or drug interactions. Sessions take 20–30 minutes with new healthy nail growth typically visible in 3–6 months. Typically 4–5 sessions spaced 4 weeks apart.
Ideal for: stubborn fungal nails, patients who can’t take oral antifungals, diabetic or immunocompromised patients, anyone wanting a drug-free alternative
Learn more about laser nail therapy →All Services
Everything we offer at our Junction clinic.
Custom Orthotics
3D-scanned prescription orthotics designed and fitted on-site
Sports Podiatry
Injury assessment, biomechanical analysis, return-to-sport
Shockwave Therapy
Drug-free treatment for chronic heel and tendon pain
Nail Surgery
Permanent ingrown toenail correction with minimal downtime
Laser Nail Therapy
Non-invasive 1064YAG laser treatment for fungal toenails
Children’s Podiatry
Growing pains, gait concerns, developmental assessments
Diabetic Foot Assessment
Comprehensive risk assessment and ongoing monitoring
Nail & Skin Care
General nail cutting, callus and corn removal, skin care
Meet Your Podiatrist
Renay Bull
Renay founded Happy Feet Podiatry in 2012 with a focus on identifying and treating the underlying causes of foot and ankle conditions — not just managing symptoms. With over 17 years of clinical experience spanning hospital and private clinic settings, she has worked with athletes, children, diabetic patients, and people with disabilities.
As clinical leader, Renay oversees the treatment approach for every patient, ensuring evidence-based care and personalised treatment plans tailored to your lifestyle and goals.
Meet the full team →Your Local Podiatrist Near Charlestown
Happy Feet Podiatry is at 57 Glebe Road, The Junction — about 15 minutes from Charlestown via the Pacific Highway north. Whether you shop at Charlestown Square, walk the Lake Macquarie foreshore, or manage a foot condition as an established resident, we provide thorough, evidence-based podiatry care.
Charlestown is one of Newcastle’s major outer suburban centres, anchored by Charlestown Square and bordered by Lake Macquarie. Its established residential population includes a significant proportion of older residents for whom diabetic foot care, nail conditions, and general foot maintenance are important. Charlestown Square’s high foot traffic also creates a pattern of plantar fasciitis and heel pain from prolonged shopping on hard floors.
Our team has provided podiatry care to Charlestown and Lake Macquarie area residents since 2012. We offer diabetic foot assessments, laser nail therapy, custom orthotics, shockwave therapy, and comprehensive nail and skin care — from our Junction clinic.
Happy Feet Podiatry
57 Glebe Road, The Junction NSW 2291
(02) 4963 6200 |
admin@happyfeetpodiatry.net
Getting Here from Charlestown
By car: From Charlestown, head north on the Pacific Highway toward Hamilton. Continue north through Hamilton via Tudor Street to Glebe Road — our clinic is at number 57. The drive takes approximately 15 minutes (11km). Free parking is available directly outside.
By bus: Pacific Highway bus services connect Charlestown to Hamilton and the Newcastle CBD, from where connections are available toward The Junction. Check Transport NSW for current timetables.
What Our Patients Say
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Frequently Asked Questions
Nearby Suburbs We Serve
Happy Feet Podiatry treats patients from across Newcastle and the Hunter region.
Merewether
Merewether Beach • 2.5km via Frederick StNewcastle
Newcastle Beach • 4.5km via Darby StHamilton
Beaumont St • 3km via Tudor StBroadmeadow
McDonald Jones Stadium • 5km via Griffiths RdCooks Hill
Newcastle Art Gallery • 2.8km via Darby StAdamstown
Adamstown Oval • 4.5km via Glebe RdNew Lambton
Blackbutt Reserve • 5km via Carnley AveIslington
Islington Park • 3.5km via Maitland RdHamilton East
Beaumont St precinct • 3.5kmLambton
Lambton Park • 6km via Elder StNew Lambton Heights
John Hunter Hospital • 6.5km via Lookout RdKotara
Westfield Kotara • 7km via Park AveMayfield East
Mayfield Wetlands • 7km via Maitland RdCarrington
Carrington Foreshore • 5.8km via Cowper St You Are HereCharlestown
Charlestown Square • 11km via Pacific HwyGeorgetown
Georgetown shops • 7km via Pacific HwyKahibah
Kahibah Oval • 9km via Pacific HwyAdamstown Heights
Blackbutt Reserve edge • 5.5km via Brunker RdWe also see patients from Kotara, Kahibah, New Lambton Heights, Adamstown Heights, Redhead, and across the Lake Macquarie catchment.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Book an appointment online or give us a call. We’re just 15 minutes from Charlestown.