Paul Iacovangelo

Paul has over 10 years or experience in private practice. Paul enjoys helping patient’s with big toe joint and forefoot pain, adolescent heel pain and adult acquired flat foot. He is well versed in performing ingrown toenail procedures, providing a permanent solution, with a quick return to activity.

He can treat sporting injuries of the Foot and Ankle and also provide typical General Podiatry Care for all age groups.

His Master’s degree from Scotland, extended his knowledge of Foot surgery, imaging interpretation, pathology and critical analysis of literature. His research dissertation focused on autogenous soft-tissue graft technique for hallux rigidus (big toe joint osteoarthritis).

Paul is very personable and ensures his patients have a firm understanding of their problem and can provide a variety of treatment options to suit their needs and goals.

Paul is available on Tuesday mornings and Friday afternoons/evenings.

Sports Podiatry – Foot & Ankle Injuries

A Podiatrist is qualified to provide initial assessment and treatment solutions of all Foot and Ankle problems, including related lower leg structures. Rise Health Group is fortunate to have Paul Iacovangelo assist our patients with this care, with over 10 years experience in private practice. Paul’s goal is to improve people’s pain and function by assisting them conservatively. He prides himself on quality assessment and diagnosis. He will explain your issue and provide various treatment options that meet your goals and budget.

He has a Master’s in a Theory of Podiatric Surgery from Scotland and is an Endorsed Prescriber. He works closely with our network of clinicians. He often liaises with our surgical partners and our FAARA clinicians, especially when fine-tuning biomechanics is necessary to prevent re-injury and compliment a patient’s post-operative recovery. This multi-disciplinary team approach within this Foot and Ankle sphere, ensures Rise Health Group can provide you with the best well-rounded care for your Foot or Ankle problem.

Paul enjoys the challenge of problem solving difficult cases, for both recently acute problems or longer-term chronic lingering issues. He has a special interest in paediatric/adolescent heel pain, adult acquired flat foot and big toe joint arthritis (which was the focus of his thesis).

Rise has a state-of-the-art scanner for customised orthotics. We also have an on-site workshop where Paul creates bespoke padding, wedges and orthotic modifications that can be efficiently customised to your needs. This can enable a speedy return to activity and makes your consultations more productive.

Paul is happy to treat all age groups for their Foot and Ankle pain.

General Podiatry Care

General Podiatry treatment typically consists of:

- Nail care

- Corn and callus removal

- Ingrown toenail procedures

- Diabetic foot assessments

Our Podiatrist Paul Iacovangelo is well versed in these areas, having worked in private practice for over 10 years.

He has a particular interest in performing ingrown toenail operations. This can be performed in the room under local anaesthetic. Paul has also upskilled and has been formally accredited to prescribe antibiotics in the event an infection is present.

Pensioner Discounts are offered for this General Podiatry care and/or EPC referrals can also be used to offset the cost of these consultations. The rebate is $55.10 with a formal Medicare GP referral. Please note we do not bulk bill for this service, however your consultation time is not reduced, as Paul prides himself on thorough care and correspondence with your GP under this Chronic Disease Management Referral pathway.