Frequently Asked Questions

Where is your clinic?

In Carmarthen our podiatry clinic is conveniently located opposite John Street Car Park in Carmarthen. We are just after the Little Water Street entrance to the car park on the left hand side. Our full address is:

Carmarthen Podiatry, 26 Little Water Street, Carmarthen, SA31 1ER.

In Builth Wells the clinic is at Antur Gwy, Park Road, Builth Wells, LD2 3BA.

Is it easy to park?

It is very convenient to park in the large pay & display car park just opposite the clinic.

What are your opening times?

Carmarthen opening times are Monday 9.00am – 6pm & Tuesday 8.30am – 6.00pm. Should you require an out of hours appointment , please contact us to see if we can help. Home visits are also available on request.

Builth Wells surgery is open on Wednesday 8.30am – 6.00pm.

How much will it cost?

Prices vary according to treatment required. Please see our Prices page or contact us to discuss your podiatry requirements.

How long will my appointment take?

Appointment times vary depending on what treatment is required. A typical initial appointment will take 30 minutes.

Will it hurt?

Most podiatry treatments will be pain-free and many clients look forward to their appointments and find the procedures enjoyable. Richard takes pride in making each and every customer happy & relaxed. He is an experienced podiatrist and all efforts will be made to ensure any treatment is as painless as possible.

How long will it take to feel the results?

You will feel the effects of many treatments immediately. Others, such as biomechanical adjustments will take time to correct and may require a course of appointments.

Will I just need a one-off appointment?

The number of appointments needed depends on the condition. Some issues can be treated with just one appointment, others will require a course of treatment or regular, ongoing appointments. Richard will assess you during your initial appointment and discuss whether further appointments are necessary.

What podiatry services do you offer?

We offer a wide range of podiatry services, from routine nail care & hard skin removal, to nail surgery & biomechanical assessments & corrective treatment. Please see our Podiatrist Services page for more services, or contact us to discuss your podiatry needs.

What’s the difference between a podiatrist and a chiropodist?

There’s no difference between a podiatrist and chiropodist, but podiatrist is a more modern name.