Surgical Podiatrist Based in Sydney, Australia
Dr Damien Lafferty is a surgical podiatrist based in Sydney, Australia, with 38 years of clinical experience, nine years of clinical practice in London, United Kingdom, and 20 years on the teaching faculty of the University of Newcastle.
Over the course of his career, Dr Lafferty has performed more than 6,000 ingrown toenail procedures and developed a particular interest in the assessment and treatment of complex ingrown toenails and chronic heel pain.
Many patients who attend for consultation have experienced ongoing symptoms despite previous treatment. Some have undergone multiple procedures, repeated courses of antibiotics, or months and years of persistent pain before seeking a second opinion. Dr Lafferty’s focus is on providing a thorough assessment, an accurate diagnosis, and evidence-based treatment options tailored to the individual patient.
Dr Lafferty has worked extensively in both Australia and the United Kingdom throughout his career.
During his nine years practising in London, he gained valuable experience treating a broad range of foot and ankle conditions within both private practice and multidisciplinary healthcare settings.
Since returning to Australia, he has continued to focus on helping patients with complex foot conditions, particularly those who have not achieved the results they expected from previous treatment.
Many patients seek consultation because their condition keeps returning, their symptoms are not improving, or they are looking for a second opinion regarding available treatment options.
Dr Lafferty completed 11 years of formal tertiary education and postgraduate training in podiatry and podiatric surgery.
His qualifications include:
His postgraduate training has included advanced study in podiatric surgery, biomechanics, foot and ankle pathology, chronic pain conditions and the management of complex foot disorders.
Education has been an important part of Dr Lafferty’s professional career.
For 20 years, he has served on the teaching faculty of the University of Newcastle, contributing to the education and clinical training of podiatry students and helping prepare the next generation of practitioners.
His involvement in teaching has enabled him to remain closely engaged with current research, evolving treatment approaches and advances in foot and ankle care.
He also remains committed to patient and practitioner education through articles, presentations and online educational resources.
Dr Lafferty maintains an ongoing commitment to professional development and evidence-based practice.
Professional memberships and credentials include:
While Dr Lafferty assesses and treats a broad range of foot and ankle conditions, his current clinical focus includes:
Many patients seek consultation because:
Many patients seek consultation because:
Dr Lafferty has a particular interest in plantar fasciosis, Baxter’s nerve entrapment and other causes of chronic heel pain that may not respond to conventional treatment approaches.
Dr Lafferty regularly receives referrals from podiatrists, general practitioners and other healthcare professionals throughout Sydney and beyond.
Common reasons for referral include:
Healthcare professionals are welcome to contact the clinic to discuss patient care and referral options.
Dr Lafferty is passionate about education and regularly publishes evidence-based information for both patients and healthcare professionals.
Through his YouTube channel, Dr Damien Lafferty shares educational videos covering topics including:
These resources are designed to help patients better understand their condition and support informed healthcare decisions.
Dr Lafferty consults from multiple locations across Sydney, including:
Telehealth consultations are also available for selected patients, particularly those living in regional and rural areas.
If you are experiencing recurrent ingrown toenails, chronic heel pain, or have not achieved the results you expected from previous treatment, a consultation may help clarify the diagnosis and available treatment options.
Appointments are available at Dr Lafferty’s Sydney consulting locations.
