About

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.

Photograph showing podiatrist Josephine smiling with her husband and dog Wilfie

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 through NHS placements and private practice work as a Foot Health Practitioner while completing her degree. She is passionate about expanding her knowledge and actively seeks 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 – Trainee Foot Health Practitioner

Eva is nearing completion of her Foot Health Practitioner training with The SMAE Institute and will soon begin her clinical placement. She has been part of the Buckingham Podiatry team since September 2024, gaining hands-on experience and developing a strong foundation in foot health care.

Keen to start seeing her own patients, Eva is passionate about learning and growing within the profession. This summer, she attended the Primary Care Conference alongside Clinic Director Josephine Smith and continues to build her knowledge of lower limb care. Eva looks forward to supporting patients at Buckingham Podiatry as she takes the next step in her career.