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Cheryl Chong | Podiatrist

D Pod M (UWA); B Biomed Sc (UWA)

Cheryl Chong is a compassionate and dedicated Podiatrist who graduated with a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine from The University of Western Australia in 2023, following completion of a Bachelor of Biomedical Science in 2021. Her strong foundation in human biology and disease processes enables her to provide holistic, evidence-based podiatry care that focuses on improving mobility, relieving pain, and enhancing her patients’ overall quality of life.

Cheryl enjoys caring for patients of all ages and is passionate about helping people maintain healthy feet through personalised treatment, education, and preventative care.

With Specialised Clinical Interests In:

  • General podiatry, including nail and skin conditions
  • Ingrown toenail assessment and treatment
  • Diabetic foot assessments and ongoing foot care
  • Preventative foot health and routine podiatry
  • Geriatric podiatry and aged care

Advanced Skillset and Professional Development:

Cheryl has a particular passion for caring for older adults and has gained valuable experience working with the geriatric population through her work in residential aged care. This experience has provided her with a strong understanding of the unique foot health challenges associated with ageing, chronic disease, and reduced mobility.

She is committed to continually expanding her knowledge through ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice to ensure her patients receive high-quality, compassionate podiatry care.

Approach:

Cheryl is known for her warm, gentle, and patient-centred approach. She takes the time to understand each patient’s individual needs and works collaboratively to develop practical treatment plans that promote comfort, mobility, and long-term foot health. She particularly enjoys building trusting relationships with her patients and helping them remain active and independent through personalised podiatry care.

Languages Spoken:

  • English
  • Malay
  • Hokkien

Important Booking Information: 

Cheryl currently only treats GENERAL PODIATRY – Nail, Skin, Diabetes etc.

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  • Winograd procedure- This procedure will be done in hospital setting under local and or general anaesthesia and it is reserved upon failure of the phenolization or if there is significant amount of skin overlapping the nail with soft tissue growth. This procedure involves removing a portion of the skin along with the nail down to the level of the bone. Sutures (stitches) will be applied to close the surgical site. The procedure takes about 10-15 minutes to be performed and your foot will be bandaged. You will be seen within first 5 days and then the sutures will be removed in 10-14 days. Currently this procedure can only be performed by Reza Naraghi (podiatric surgeon).  He will prescribe appropriate pain medication for your post-operative pain management. You will be in open sandal and or post op shoe for 2 weeks. This is not for everyone (especially if you don’t like seeing surgical procedures) but should you be keen to see a step by step process involved in a Winograd then please click here.
  • Zadik Procedure- This procedure is used with permanent total nail removal is desired. The indications for the procedure are significant ingrowing nail on both borders, thickened and painful nails and bony growth under the nailbed. This procedure can be done under local with sedation and or under general anaesthesia at a hospital and or day surgery centre. Sutures will be applied and will be removed 14 days post surgery. You can not get your foot wet and your foot will be in a sterile bandage for 2-3 weeks. You may need pain medication post surgery. On average it will take six weeks for your nail bed area to heal. Following that you can wear most close shoes.
  1. This procedure involves:
  • Removing the nail partially or totally and ablating (destroying) the root using a weak acid called phenol.
  • The phenol cause permanent ablation of the root of the offending nail and prevent ingrown nail recurrence.
  • The procedure is successful 95% of the time. The procedure takes about 10-15 minutes to perform.
  • It can be done in our rooms using local anaesthesia with or without sedation.

2. Post operative care:

  • Soak your toe.
  • Apply a daily dressing.
  • Wear open toe shoes for at least 3-4 days.
  • You may be required to take oral antibiotics

3. Pain management:

  • Most patients do not require pain medication
  • If needed, Panadol is usually sufficient
  • You can return to regular shoes after one week
  • This procedure is not suitable for everyone, especially those uncomfortable with surgical procedure
  • For those interested in seeing a step-by-step process of a partial nail matrixectomy with phenolisation, click here.
  • Winograd procedure- This procedure will be done in hospital setting under local and or general anaesthesia and it is reserved upon failure of the phenolization or if there is significant amount of skin overlapping the nail with soft tissue growth. This procedure involves removing a portion of the skin along with the nail down to the level of the bone. Sutures (stitches) will be applied to close the surgical site. The procedure takes about 10-15 minutes to be performed and your foot will be bandaged. You will be seen within first 5 days and then the sutures will be removed in 10-14 days. Currently this procedure can only be performed by Reza Naraghi (podiatric surgeon).  He will prescribe appropriate pain medication for your post-operative pain management. You will be in open sandal and or post op shoe for 2 weeks. This is not for everyone (especially if you don’t like seeing surgical procedures) but should you be keen to see a step by step process involved in a Winograd then please click here.
  • Zadik Procedure- This procedure is used with permanent total nail removal is desired. The indications for the procedure are significant ingrowing nail on both borders, thickened and painful nails and bony growth under the nailbed. This procedure can be done under local with sedation and or under general anaesthesia at a hospital and or day surgery centre. Sutures will be applied and will be removed 14 days post surgery. You can not get your foot wet and your foot will be in a sterile bandage for 2-3 weeks. You may need pain medication post surgery. On average it will take six weeks for your nail bed area to heal. Following that you can wear most close shoes.

Matrixectomy with phenolization – This procedure involves removing the nail partially or totally and ablating (destroying) the root using a weak acid called phenol. This will cause permanent ablation of the root of the offending nail and prevent ingrown nail recurrence. This procedure is successful 95% of the time. The procedure takes about 10-15 minutes and can be performed in our rooms using local anaesthesia with or without sedation. Post operatively you will be required to soak your toe and apply a daily dressing. Wearing open toe shoes for at least 3-4 days is recommended. You maybe required to take oral antibiotics. Most patients do not require pain medication following the procedure, and if needed Panadol is sufficient for pain management. You can go back to regular shoes after one week.  This is not for everyone (especially if you don’t like seeing surgical procedures) but should you be keen to see a step by step process involved in a partial nail matrixectomy with phenolisation then please click here.