MEET OUR DEDICATED PODIATRY TEAM
Our Ballyclare clinic is built on the foundation of professional excellence and patient-focused care. Every practitioner at Medica Clinic is registered with their respective governing body, and our team is continually supported in further learning and research to ensure patients receive the most effective treatment options. This commitment to development means you benefit from advanced podiatry, skincare treatments, and massage therapy delivered with precision and compassion.
KERRY CLARKE – MEDICA CLINIC'S PRINCIPAL PODIATRIST AND BUSINESS OWNER
Kerry graduated from Northampton University in 1991, has a BSc Honours degree in Podiatric Medicine, holds Fellowships of the Royal College of Podiatry in both Podiatric Surgery and Podiatric Medicine, holds a Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy and is a Founding Fellow in Podiatry of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons Glasgow. Alongside her independent clinical work, Kerry has lectured in podiatry full-time for over 20 years at Ulster University and remains a member of the teaching team.
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Being surgically trained, Kerry has significant experience in assessing, diagnosing and treating complex foot and ankle conditions, can refer for diagnostic imaging, such as X-ray, MRI, CT, and ultrasound scans if required, and links directly with orthopaedic consultants as part of her ongoing clinical practice. Kerry has specific interests in musculoskeletal/sports injuries, having previously worked for the England Netball Team, Northampton Saints, and Ulster and Ireland rugby teams. Further interests are in rheumatology and medicines management, and Kerry was the first Allied Health Professional in Northern Ireland to achieve the status of Supplementary and Independent Prescriber and is now leading the training across Northern Ireland for other Allied Health Professional Groups.
Kerry has had work published in professional journals and has been a guest speaker at both local and national conferences. In her spare time Kerry enjoys spending time with her partner, who is a motorbike racer, and her three springer spaniels and Irish setter, who all keep her more than occupied!
KATIE LEE BSC HONS PODIATRY HCPC REG
Katie graduated from the University of Ulster with a BSc Honours in Podiatry and joined Medica Clinic in September 2024. HCPC and RCPOD registered, she offers a full range of podiatry services, including routine care, nail surgery, nail reconstruction, shockwave therapy, and verruca treatments. Katie especially values helping patients walk comfortably and confidently after every appointment. Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, staying active at the gym, and walking her dogs.
ORLA MCMULLAN BSC HONS PODIATRY HCPC REG
Orla also graduated from Ulster University with a BSc Honours degree in Podiatry and has been part of the Medica team since June 2024. She divides her time between the NHS and Medica, offering routine care, nail surgery, nail reconstruction, verruca treatments, and domiciliary visits. Orla aims to ensure every patient feels supported, comfortable, and reassured throughout their treatment journey.
