69 Yonge St. Suite #1402 Toronto ON M5E 1K3
p. 416.804.5199 e. info@podiatryonyongeatking.com
Our attitude is that if a symptom is a concern to you, it’s a concern to us. We are pleased to offer any service, minor or complex, that will make your life more comfortable including:
Book an appointment with Chris or Laura below or call us at : 416.804.5199
Chris Hastings has many years experience, practising as a Doctor of Podiatric Medicine in Toronto, Barrie and Muskoka.
He has served as a consultant in provincial hospitals, institutions and continuously as a private practitioner encompassing general care, surgery and orthotics.
He has been a community leader, serving as an executive of the Cancer Society, Crime Stoppers, Kinsman, his professional organizations and a consultant to many charity walks.
Available hours
Tuesday: 8:30am – 1:30pm
Thursday: 11:00am – 6:30pm
Carol Lawlor has many years experience as a Registered Nurse in the fields of cardio-vascular medicine, general care and psychiatry.
She is also a professional journalist and has written about travel, lifestyle, health, dance and children for magazines and is the author of a published
novel.
As an active volunteer, she has participated in Cancer Walks and played tennis for the Ward’s Island Terry Fox fundraiser.
Available hours
Tuesday: 8:30am – 1:30pm
Thursday: 11:00am – 6:30pm
Laura’s Podiatric Medicine practice primarily concentrates on the management and treatment of overuse injuries, sports medicine injuries and general foot pain. Her approach to care relies highly on rehabilitation based principles. She has a Kinesiology degree, certification in soft tissue release and has experience with running/ repetitive overuse foot conditions. She has represented Team Canada for Cross Country, has taught continuing education at the University of Saskatchewan and has treated elite athletes including Olympic medalist in track and field.
Available hours
Monday: 10am – 3:30pm
Tuesday: 2pm-6:00pm
Wednesday: 12pm – 6:30pm
Friday: 9am – 2pm
I may be available for bookings outside these times and days upon request. Please check the online booking site.
As a new patient to our clinic, here is what you will experience:
Chair Assistant, Carol Lawlor, will greet you and accept your health card (O.H.I.P) and identification of your home address. In addition, she will need your phone number and e-mail address and, if possible, the name, address and fax number of your family physician.
The practitioner, will ask about your foot health — your general health — past surgeries — current medication — sensitivities and allergies. He will then examine your feet and ankles by — first the skin — then circulation — neurologic tests, then musculo- skeletal strength and range.
Diagnosis
The result will be reviewed with you and options of care discussed.
Prognosis
The course of care selected after discussion will be decided and expected results and ongoing care explained, including fees.
Treatment
General podiatric care — basic care of nails — corns and callouses will be cared for at this visit. We also offer treatment options which include cortisone injections, orthotics, rehabilitation program, injury prevention, gait analysis and access to platelet rich protein injections for more chronic conditions.
A fee of $80.00 is assessed for this service.
