The Institute Of Chiropodists

The Institute seeks to serve the whole of the profession of chiropody. Its members include chiropodists, podiatrists and foot care professionals, employed and self-employed. The Institute certificate of membership is accepted by most employing and licensing authorities, who know that members undertake to adhere to a strict code of professional conduct.

The Institute is a democratic organisation with the election of officers both local and national being decided annually by members. All members therefore play an active role in their own affairs. The Institute believes a self-governing body should follow an independent line for the progress and well-being of both the profession and the public it serves.

Early in 1938 there were some twenty different organisations representing chiropodists. The Joint Council of Chiropodists was accordingly formed and held its inaugural meeting in London in October 1938.