Meet Our Experienced Team
Professional Foot Care Delivered with Experience and Compassion
At Acorn Chiropody & Podiatry, our experienced team is committed to providing professional, personalised foot care in a friendly and welcoming environment. Our podiatrists bring extensive experience from both NHS and private practice, supporting a wide range of foot health needs.
From routine foot care and diabetic foot assessments to nail surgery and verruca treatments, our team is dedicated to helping you maintain healthy, comfortable feet. We offer appointments at our modern clinic and home visits where appropriate.
Our Team Members
Founder & Podiatrist
Meet James Weatherley
James graduated from the University of Brighton in 2005 and established Acorn Podiatry that same year. Since then, he has built strong, lasting relationships with his patients and local healthcare professionals.
James has extensive experience across a broad range of podiatric services, including routine foot care, diabetic foot assessments, the diagnosis and treatment of foot pain, and verruca treatments. He is committed to providing high-quality, individualised care, helping patients maintain healthy, comfortable and pain-free feet.
Working Hours · Clinical only
- Monday – Thursday8.30am – 4.45pm
Podiatrist
Meet Mara Ragaiolo
Mara graduated in podiatry from the University of Brighton in 2005 and joined the Acorn team in 2011. With experience in both NHS and private practice, she has developed a broad range of clinical skills, including the care of patients with complex foot health needs and those at increased risk of complications, such as ulceration.
Mara provides a variety of treatments in our clinic, ranging from medical pedicures and routine foot care to nail surgery and verruca needling. She also carries out home visits and visits nursing homes, providing professional foot care to residents, including those who are elderly, disabled or otherwise vulnerable.
Mara has a particular interest in diabetic foot care and is experienced in assessing and managing the foot health needs of people living with diabetes.
Working Hours · Clinic & home visits
- Tuesday8.30am – 5.00pmHome visits
- Friday8.30am – 5.00pmClinic
- Saturday8.30am – 1.30pmClinic
Podiatrist
Meet Howard Allen
Howard graduated from the University of Brighton in 2005 and has been part of the Acorn team since 2013. Having worked predominantly within the NHS, he has gained extensive experience in a wide range of podiatric treatments and patient care.
His clinical experience includes nail surgery, diabetic foot assessments, ulcer prevention and wound dressing, as well as routine foot care and medical pedicures. Howard is particularly experienced in supporting vulnerable and at-risk patients who require additional care and attention.
Working Hours · Clinic
- Thursday8.45am – 5.00pmClinic
- Friday9.30am – 4.00pmClinic
Podiatrist
Meet Ellie Hayman
Ellie graduated in podiatry from the University of Brighton in 2017 and has worked predominantly within the NHS. Alongside her clinical work, she has held a clinical lead role and has been involved in the education and training of podiatry students.
Ellie has experience in a wide range of podiatric care, including diabetic foot assessments, nail surgery, wound care and prevention, routine foot care and the treatment of vulnerable and at-risk patients. She works both in our modern clinic and on home visits, helping patients receive professional foot care in the setting that best suits their needs.
Working Hours · Clinic & home visits
- Tuesday8.30am – 2.30pmAlternate weeks home visits and clinic
Podiatrist
Meet Amanda Dalila
Amanda graduated in podiatry from the University of Brighton in 2017 and has gained much of her professional experience within the NHS. She has developed a broad range of clinical skills, covering routine foot care, medical pedicures and minor surgical procedures such as nail surgery.
Amanda also has experience in caring for vulnerable and at-risk patients, including wound care and the prevention of foot complications. She is committed to delivering attentive, personalised treatment to help patients maintain their foot health and comfort. Amanda provides appointments in our modern clinic and carries out home visits for patients who prefer or require treatment in their own homes.
Working Hours · Clinic & home visits
- Wednesday9.30am – 2.00pmClinic
- Thursday9.30am – 2.00pmHome visits
- Friday9.30am – 3.30 pmHome visits
Podiatrist
Meet Jake Stone
Jake graduated from the University of Brighton in 2023, completing his degree training within the NHS. He continues to work predominantly in the NHS, where he has gained experience across a variety of podiatric services and patient needs.
His experience includes routine foot care, wound care and prevention, and the assessment and treatment of vulnerable and high-risk patients. Jake also works with the Acorn team, providing treatment in our modern clinic and through home visits. He is committed to helping patients maintain healthy feet through professional, individualised care.
Working Hours · Home visits
- Monday9.00am – 4.30pmHome visits
Podiatrist
Meet Helen Hill
Helen qualified in podiatry in 2002 and has extensive experience working within the NHS, including hospital-based services and home visits. Her clinical experience covers routine foot care and medical pedicures, nail surgery, diabetic foot care and the management of related complications, including wound care.
Helen currently works in a combined clinical and management role within the NHS and also supports the Acorn team on alternate Saturdays. Her extensive experience enables her to provide knowledgeable, professional care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Working Hours · Clinic
- Saturday9.30am – 3.30pmClinic