About Buckingham Podiatry
At Buckingham Podiatry, our mission is to provide expert, compassionate foot and lower limb care tailored to your individual needs. Our professional team of HCPC-registered podiatrists and foot health professionals is dedicated to delivering evidence-based treatments in a modern and welcoming clinic environment.
Buckingham Podiatry opened in July 2024. Buckingham Podiatry was created to provide expert, compassionate foot and lower limb care in a welcoming and modern setting. Our clinic is run by experienced HCPC-registered podiatrists and skilled foot health professionals, offering a full range of treatments — from routine foot care and skin/nail conditions to sports injuries, gait analysis, and complex foot health concerns.
Whether you are dealing with persistent pain, a recurring problem, or just looking to stay on top of your foot health, we are here to help. We take pride in providing evidence-based care tailored to each patient, in a space designed for comfort, reassurance, and results.
We welcome patients of all ages — no referral needed.
Josephine Smith - Clinic Director
Podiatrist Josephine Smith has a First-Class Honours degree in Podiatric Medicine from the University of Northampton, where she was also honoured with Best All-round Student and Spirit of Podiatry awards.
Patients commend Josephine for her kindness and care, noting her exceptional treatment and solid expertise.
Her experience includes working in private practice, as well as placements at the multidisciplinary diabetes foot clinic at Leicester General Hospital, Podiatric Surgery at Danetre Hospital, and NHS community podiatry services in Milton Keynes and Oxfordshire.
Josephine lives in Buckingham with her family. She loves hedgehogs and is a passionate supporter of the Deanshanger Hedgehog Rescue, helping the charity as much as she can.
At a glance
- Member of the Royal College of Podiatry
- Member on the Health and Care Professions Council Register
- First Class Degree in Podiatric Medicine
- POM- A: Prescription of Only Medicines – Administration (Local Anaesthesia)
- POM- S: Prescription of Only Medicines – Sale/Supply
Magdalena Gherca – Podiatrist
HCPC-registered Podiatrist Magdalena Gherca holds a BSc (Hons) in Podiatry from the University of Northampton. Originally from Poland, she has called the UK home for the past six years.
She gained experience through NHS placements and private practice work as a Foot Health Practitioner while completing her degree. She now works in both the NHS and private practice, continuing to expand her knowledge and actively seeking opportunities for professional development.
Outside of work, Magdalena enjoys spending time with her husband and their two children, and she loves reading.
At a glance
- Member of the Royal College of Podiatry
- Member on the Health and Care Professions Council Register
- Degree in Podiatric Medicine
- POM- A: Prescription of Only Medicines – Administration (Local Anaesthesia)
- POM- S: Prescription of Only Medicines – Sale/Supply
Eva Smith – Foot Health Practitioner
Foot Health Practitioner Eva Smith holds a Diploma in Foot Health from The SMAE Institute. She joined Buckingham Podiatry in 2024 as a podiatry assistant, gaining valuable experience in patient care, infection control, and clinical processes before progressing into a treating role.
Patients describe Eva as gentle and thorough, often commenting on how comfortable and well-supported they feel during their treatments.
Eva is committed to ongoing professional development and recently attended the Primary Care Conference, continuing to build her knowledge of lower limb health while working closely alongside the podiatry team.
Eva lives locally in Buckingham and enjoys supporting the clinic and its patients as she continues to develop within the profession.
At a glance
- Member of the College of Foot Health Professionals
- Member of the British Association of Foot Health Professionals
- Diploma in Foot Health – The SMAE Institute
- Insured Foot Health Practitioner