Staff
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Pat Jessup
(Bachelor of Applied Science in Podiatry. B.Ed)
Ben Dawson
(Bachelor of Applied Science/Masters in Podiatric Practice)
Pat completed a Bachelor of Applied Science in Podiatry at La Trobe University in 2001. Prior to this, Pat taught Maths and Science for 22 years.
She is a dedicated and experienced practitioner who applies her teaching skills to her clinical work. She is passionate about educating her patients about all aspects of foot care.
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In her spare time Pat enjoys travel and spending time with her grandchildren.
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An enthusiastic and passionate podiatrist, Ben is excited about bringing his multidisciplinary skills to Fawkner Foot Clinic. Originating from the UK where he studied Radiography and worked at hospitals in Oxford and London, Ben moved to Australia in 2011 and took up his Podiatry studies at La Trobe University. As a result of his background in Medical Imaging, Ben has a special interest in musculoskeletal conditions.
Ben has also worked within the aged care sector across the west of Melbourne giving him an insight into the skills and knowledge required to deal with an ageing population.
A keen soccer player, runner and snowboarder; Ben aims to bring his personal experience and passion to those requiring treatment and management of biomechanical complications/injuries.
Sara Latina
(Bachelor of Podiatry)
Sara completed her Bachelor of Podiatry in 2009. She has been part of the Fawkner Foot Clinic family for 7 years. Her areas of interest within Podiatry include, but are not limited to; primary care, diabetes assessments and diabetes education, footwear assessments and footwear education and in-grown toenail treatment, including nail surgery.
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Sara prides herself on her professionalism and is dedicated to providing all patients with the highest quality of care.
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Sara is married with 3 children. Having an Italian background and she is able to understand and speak some Italian.
Stephanie Bennetts
(Bachelor of Podiatry with Honours)
Stephanie completed her Bachelor of Podiatry with Honours at La Trobe University. She has worked in private practice since graduating in 2009, and has been part of the Fawkner Foot Clinic family since 2012.
She enjoys all aspects of Podiatry. Stephanie takes pride in her work and believes in delivering the highest standard of care to all her patients. She is always seeking evidence based practice treatment options and is friendly and approachable.
Stephanie has two young daughters and they live in the coastal town of Geelong.
Pam Wendt
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Pam is the friendly face of our reception team at Fawkner Foot Clinic. Pam strives to ensure patients' needs are met in a timely manner.
Having had her own successful family business for several years, Pam understands the needs of Fawkner Foot Clinic and its patients.