Carrickfergus Branch: 074 9315 3757
Monkstown Branch: 028 9036 9973
E: info@activefeetpodiatry.co.uk

Staff

Nicola Keating

Owner/Clinical podiatrist

MSc. BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Nicola qualified in 2009 as a practicing podiatrist and graduated from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh 2010. Nicola then completed her Masters in Podiatry long distance from Queen Margaret University. Since graduating Nicola has had experience working in both Northern Ireland, Scotland and San Francisco, CA. She spent 10 years working part time in childcare with has been very useful when treating children in the clinic.

In 2011 Nicola started Activefeet as a home visit service before setting up the clinic in a small room on the Doagh road in 2013. In 2015 Activefeet was moved to Monkstown and in March 2025 a branch in Carrickfergus was opened. The clinic has welcomed alot of new and wonderful staff since then.

Nicola has a wonderfully supportive husband Andrew, two beautiful daughters Katie and Hannah and a rascal 2 year old Luke who all keep her very busy.

Days

Monday 8:30am to 4pm (Carrickfergus)
Thursday 8:30am to 3:30pm (Newtownabbey)
Friday 830am to 4pm (Carrickfergus)

Qualifications and certificates

Masters in Podiatry
BSc (Hons) Podiatry
HCPC registered
Member of the Royal College of Podiatry
First Aid certificate
Level 2 food safety certificate
Invest NI 'Go for it' Programme certificate

Email: nicola@activefeetpodiatry.co.uk

Raymond Robinson

Clinical podiatrist

MSc BSc. BMedSci. PgCHEP

Raymond is a podiatrist who qualified from QUB in 1998. he began his career in the NHS Western Trust as a senior II Podiatrist and then as a chief IV Podiatrist in Biomechanics in Northern Trust. In 2004 he began lecturing full-time in podiatry at the University of Ulster Jordanstown and completed his Masters in Podiatric medicine in 2014 from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh. His interests include biomechanics, physical therapies and surgery. Raymond has a post graduate certificate in steroid injection therapy and silicone injection therapy.

Days

Wednesday 5pm to 9pm
Saturday 9am to 4pm (1st and 3rd Sat each month)

Qualifications and certificates

Masters in Podiatric Surgery

HCPC registered
Member of the College of Podiatrists
Certified to administer Local Anaesthetic
Certified to administer Steriod Injections.
Certified to administer Silicon Injections.
BSc Genetics and Microbiology

Email: raymond@activefeetpodiatry.co.uk

Linda Lindsay

Reflexologist

VTCT (Dip)

Linda is a qualified Reflexologist with a VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology and currently working towards her Level 4 Diploma in Reflexology, allowing her to tailor treatments to individual needs in areas such as maternity, fertility and pain management. Linda is passionate about supporting wellbeing through reflexology and creating a calm, welcoming space where clients can relax and switch off. Outside of work, you’ll find Linda at a gym class, which is her go-to for staying active and looking after her own wellbeing.

Days

Thursday Monkstown 4-8pm

Wednesday Carrickfergus 4-830pm

Qualifications and certificates include:

VTCT Level 3 Diploma Reflexology
Member of the Association of Reflexologists
Adapted complementary Therapy Skills for working with cancer training

Rachel George

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Rachel qualified from Edinburgh Napier as an adult nurse, but with her interest in wounds lead her to pursue a career in Podiatry. As a qualified podiatrist Rachel is keen to continually further her knowledge through further education.

In her spare time Rachel enjoys running, horse riding and attending the gym.

Clinical days

Saturday (3rd) 9am to 4pm

Qualifications and certificates

BSc (Hons) Podiatry
BSc Adult Nursing
HCPC Registered
Member of the College of Podiatrists
First aid Certificate
Certified to administer Local Anaesthetic
Certified to administer Steriod Injection

Letitia Quinn

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Letitia is a podiatrist who qualified as a practicing podiatrist from Ulster university Jordanstown in 2012. Since then she has worked in private practices and nursing homes in England and across Australia. She regularly travelled to rural parts of Australia where there was no podiatrists and treated patients and monitored their foot health in particular those with circulation problems and diabetes. She has a keen interest in maintaining the mobility of the elderly and keeping them on their feet for as long as possible.

In her spare time Letitia enjoys running and also going for long walks with her new baby daughter.

Days

Tuesday 10am to 4:30pm
Friday 10am to 4:30pm

Qualifications and certificates

BSc(Hons) Podiatry
HCPC Registered
Member of the College of Podiatry
First aid Certificate
Certified to administer Local Anaesthetic

Laura Houston

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Laura qualified as a podiatrist from Ulster University in 2011 with an Honours degree in Podiatric Medicine. Since then Laura has worked exclusively in private practice developing an interest in nail surgery and nail reconstruction. She is focused on a patient centred approach and enjoys building rapport with her patients.

Days

Wednesday 9:30am to 1:30pm

Thursday 9:30am to 4:30pm /8pm

Qualifications and certificates

BSc (Hons) Podiatry
HCPC registered
Member of The Royal College of Podiatry
Certified to administer local anaesthetic
Certified in nail reconstruction
First Aid certificate

Katie Burnside

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Trained in Edinburgh at the highly respected Queen Margaret University, Katie graduated with an honours degree in Podiatry in 2004. She has spent the subsequent years working for the NHS, reaching the level of High Risk Specialist Podiatrist in 2014. She has achieved a postgraduate Masters module in Diabetes and regularly completes training to enhance her skills and develop professionally. Passionate about patient-centred care, Katie loves to be able to provide the highest quality care with a personal touch, which has led to her move to private practice in 2020.

Days

Monday 8:30am to 1pm
Tuesday 8:30am to 5:30pm

Qualifications and certificate

BSc (Hons) Podiatry
HCPC registered
Member of the College of Podiatrists

Cara Steele

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Cara qualified as a podiatrist from Southhampton University in 2023 with a First Class Honours degree in Podiatry.

Cara is keen to progress throughout her podiatric career and wishes to continually expand her skill set etc. She prioritises developing a strong rapport with patients and strives to provide high quality care.

In her spare time Cara enjoys spending quality time with her family and friends as well as attending the gym.

Days

Monday 830am to 430pm

Qualifications and certificates

BSc (Hons) Podiatry
HCPC registered
Member of The Royal College of Podiatry
Certified to administer local anaesthetic
First Aid certificate

Neil Saunders

Clinical Podiatrist

B.Med.Sci(POD) MRCPOD

Neil qualified as a Podiatrist from Queens University Belfast and has worked in the NHS for over 25 years . Neil has worked in both hospital and community settings providing care for a wide range of podiatric conditions. In his last post he specialised in Rheumatology and Biomechanics providing patients with treatments and education. Neil's aim was to prevent deterioration of their conditions and reduce pain levels. Neil has recently started a new post lecturing part-time in podiatry at the University of Ulster Magee.

Days

Tuesday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm

Qualifications and certificates

HCPC registered
Member of the College of Podiatrists
Certified to administer Local Anaesthetic
Certified to administer Steriod Injections

Gillian Irwin

Clinical Podiatrist

B.Med.Sci(POD) MRCPOD

Gillian graduated in 1995 from Queens University Belfast with an Honours degree in Biomedical sciences and podiatry.

After qualifying she began a long career in the Northern Trust. Special interest includes complex high risk patients, wound, nail surgery, care of the elderly and special needs.

She strives to provide high quality care and developing an excellent rapport with patients. In her spare time Gillian enjoys family time and all things equestrian.

Days

Monday 9am to 5pm
Wednesday 9am to 5pm
Thursday 10:30am to 8:30pm
Friday 9am to 4:30pm

Qualifications and certificates

HCPC registered
Member of the Royal College of Podiatrists
Certified to administer Local Anaesthetic

Megan Anderson

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Megan graduated from Queen Margaret University, Edinburgh in 2022 with a First Class Honours degree in Podiatry.

Since graduating, Megan is currently working in the Northern Health and Social Care Trust providing assessment and management of the lower limb with specialist input for the diabetic foot, musculoskeletal disorders and nail surgery. Megan is very passionate about podiatry with special interests in rheumatology, gait analysis, sports injuries and likes to keep up to date with the latest evidence based practice. Megan undergoes regular CPD to deliver the highest level of patient care and continues to seek new opportunities to grow in her clinical skill set to provide patients’ tailored foot care.

In her spare time, Megan enjoys running and going on long beach walks with her friends and family.

Days

Wednesday 1pm to 9pm

Qualifications and certificates

BSc (Hons) Podiatry
HCPC registered
Member of The Royal College of Podiatry
Certified to administer local anaesthetic
First Aid certificate

Erin Gaston

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Erin graduated in 2023 with an honours degree in Podiatry from Glasgow Caledonian University.

Since graduating Erin has worked as a community podiatrist in the NHS providing care for patients with an array of conditions. Erin is especially interested in high risk patients with wound and enjoy carrying out nail surgery.

Days

Thursday 5:30pm to 9pm

Qualifications and certificates

BSc (Hons) Podiatry
HCPC registered
Member of The Royal College of Podiatry
Certified to administer local anaesthetic
First Aid certificate

Eimear McCormack

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Eimear graduate 2024 with an honours degree in Podiatry from Ulster University. Eimear is currently working as a community podiatrist in the NHS providing care for patients with an array of conditions. Eimear enjoys all aspects of podiatry especially in sports injuries. Eimear enjoys building rapport with her patients and strives to provide high quality of care for each patient.

Days

Wednesday 5:30pm to 8:30pm

Qualifications and certificates

HCPC registered
Member of the Royal College of Podiatrists
Certified to administer Local Anaesthetic

Location: Carrickfergus

Keelan Murphy

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Days

Monday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Wednesday 5:30pm to 9pm

Qualifications and certificates

MSc Theory of Podiatry Surgery
PgCert Musculoskeletal Ultrasound Foot and Ankle
BSc (Hons) Podiatry
HCPC registered
Member of the Royal College of Podiatry
Certified to administer Local Anaesthetic
Certified to administer Steroid injection
Certificate in Practical Dry Needling Essentials

Location: Monkstown

Hannah Downey

Clinical Podiatrist

BSc (Hons) MRCPod

Hannah graduated from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2020 with a First Class Honours degree in Podiatry. Since then, she has worked within the NHS, delivering comprehensive podiatric care with a focus on high-risk foot management, nail surgery, and routine treatments. In her most recent role, she specialised in biomechanics, providing assessment and treatment for patients with musculoskeletal conditions.

Clinical days

Monday 8:30am to 4pm
Tuesday 8:30am to 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am to 6:30pm
Thursday 8:30am to 6:30pm

Qualifications and certificates

BSc (Hons) Podiatry
HCPC Registered
Member of the College of Podiatrists
First aid Certificate
Certified to administer Local Anaesthetic
Certified to administer Steriod Injection

Location: Carrickfergus

Kathy Harris

Elite Physiotherapy

BSc (Hons)

Kathy graduated with BSc (Hons) physiotherapy from Ulster University in 2014 with first class honours. She has a special interest in back pain and has practiced privately since 2014. In 2015 Kathy became the physiotherapist for the Ulster Orchestra and has been a guest lecture for Ulster University, Queens’s university, Northern Ireland Athletics and many other organisations.