Meet Our Team

Since its establishment, Footprints Podiatry Christchurch has served thousands of patients across Christchurch and has 2 experienced podiatrists to treat your footcare needs.

Howard Nicholas
Senior Podiatrist

Howard graduated as a top student of CIT Podiatry, Wellington, and brings over 20 years of experience to the team.  He specializes in sports injuries, biomechanics and orthotic manufacture, and has an area of interest in Post-surgical orthoses and children's gait problems.

Recently, Howard helped with the development of a new type of orthotic which has proven successful in treating a wide range of sporting problems.

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Jacky Lee
Podiatrist

Jacky has arrived at Footprints, bringing a wealth of knowledge gained whilst attaining multiple degrees.  The first, from Otago University, was a double major in Microbiology & Immunology. 
He then went on to complete his Podiatry degree at AUT in Auckland.

Born in Hong Kong, Jacky provides the team with bilingual support and is fluent in both English and Cantonese.  Having arrived in NZ as a teenager and completed his schooling in Christchurch, Jacky is able to offer a unique podiatry service.

Jacky actively participates in competitive sports.  You may see him involved with  local volleyball, basketball and badminton competitions, equipping him a personal knowledge of human movement and injuries.

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Behind every great Podiatry Clinic is an even better Administration team.  The team at Footprints Podiatry are always welcoming, and ready to make your visit to our podiatry clinics as smooth as possible.  

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Cinnamon Laubscher
Reception

Cinnamon is often the first person you will meet at Footprints.  A lively and bubbly personality behind the desk, she loves meeting new people and strives to ensure your visit is a highlight of your day.

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Jo McKay
Practice Manager

Jo is a practicing Physiotherapist with her own clinic and yet still manages to find time in her busy days to run the ruler over the Admin requirements .  With an accounting background, and a long history of manging her own clinics, Jo is perfectly suited to guide Footprints through the myriad changes of a fast moving, regulatory environment.