About Us

Orla graduated from NUI Galway with a BSc in Podiatric Medicine. She is CORU registered, HSE approved and a member of Podiatry Ireland.

Orla has experience working in all aspects of podiatry. Orla gained her experience in Ireland and abroad. In 2019, Orla carried out work placement in the New York College of Podiatric Medicine and the New York Metropolitan Hospital. She has also worked in a busy podiatry practice in Blackrock, Dublin and has experience working in hospital settings in Galway. Orla is the second generation of her family to continue in the profession. Orla’s mother Nora Frawley, had a practice in Ballinlough for over 30 years.

In 2020, during the Covid-19 pandemic, Orla opened Bishopstown Podiatry Clinic. Since opening the doors in 2020, the clinic has helped hundreds of people to move without pain.

Orla recently completed Trinity College Dublin’s post-graduate diploma in Healthcare Innovation and is keen to develop both an innovative environment and better patient care in Bishopstown Podiatry Clinic.

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Elizabeth holds a Diploma in Podiatric Medicine with Distinction from The Queen’s College, Glasgow, now part of Glasgow Caledonian University. She is CORU-registered, listed on the HSE-approved register, and a member of Podiatry Ireland.

Following her graduation, Elizabeth spent ten years with the Sydney Area Health Service, developing her clinical expertise across both hospital and community settings. She then spent a further five years in private practice and community care throughout Australia.

In more recent years, she worked for nine years in private practice at Mallow Primary Healthcare Centre, alongside positions in West Cork and Cork city. She continues to provide podiatric care in residential settings for older patients across County Cork.

Continuous professional development remains central to Elizabeth’s career. She actively pursues postgraduate training to stay aligned with best practice guidelines and the latest research in podiatric medicine.

Elizabeth is passionate about all aspects of podiatric care, with a particular interest in the care of older persons. She understands that some patients may feel anxious about treatment and takes pride in delivering a calm, gentle approach. Her focus is always on minimizing discomfort and ensuring that each treatment is as reassuring and stress-free as possible.

Elizabeth is delighted to be part of the skilled professional team at Bishopstown Podiatry Clinic, where she continues to provide dedicated, patient-focused care.

Erin is a podiatrist at Bishopstown Podiatry Clinic. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Podiatric Medicine from the University of Galway and is CORU‑registered and a member of Podiatry Ireland (MPI).

During her clinical training, Erin gained experience in both HSE and private practice settings, treating a broad range of foot and lower‑limb conditions. She is committed to ongoing professional development and to providing high‑quality, patient‑centred care.

Outside of work, Erin enjoys long walks with a cappuccino in hand, spending time with friends, and listening to music. She comes from a musical family, which has given her a lifelong love of all kinds of music.

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Sheila, our dedicated receptionist and the first person to greet you at Bishopstown Podiatry Clinic. With many years of experience in medical administration, Sheila brings a deep passion for health and patient care to our team. She is committed to providing a warm and efficient service, ensuring our clinic runs smoothly every day. If you have any questions or concerns, Sheila is always here to help.