Gemma Hodgson

Podiatrist | Founder & Clinical Director, The Foot Lab UK | Sports Podiatrist to Manchester United Men’s First Team & Academy

Gemma Hodgson BSc (Hons) MCPod is the Founder and Clinical Director of The Foot Lab, a leading private podiatry clinic in Glossop, and Sports Podiatrist to Manchester United’s Men’s First Team and Academy.

Since establishing The Foot Lab in 2019, Gemma has built a reputation for combining clinical excellence with forward-thinking leadership. She is passionate about raising standards in private practice, enhancing the patient experience and championing the full breadth and value of podiatry. A key part of her work is inspiring other podiatrists to become more visible, confidently share their expertise and help the public understand the vital role podiatry plays in health, wellbeing and performance. Drawing on her experience in clinic ownership, team leadership and elite sport, Gemma offers practical and inspiring guidance for podiatrists at every stage of their careers.

Her talk showcases the diverse work podiatrists do and encourages the profession to communicate its impact with confidence, celebrate its expertise and play an active role in creating a more visible, influential and respected future for podiatry.

The Future Of Podiatry Is Ours To Shape

Raising the Bar for Podiatry in Private Practice We Know Our Value. But Are We Showing It?

Practical steps to becoming more visible, showcase what we do and meet the growing demands and expectations of today’s patient.