Sue qualified as a Chiropodist in 1978, from ‘The London Foot Hospital’, within the University College Hospital complex. After qualifying, she joined the National Health Service across Yorkshire, Cambridgeshire (within Addenbrookes Hospital), London and Essex where she remained for 8 years. After the birth of her second child, Sue decided in 1985 to branch into the world of Private Chiropody, establishing her sole practice ‘S. J. Summers Chiropody’, where she regularly provided her services alongside Dr Kumar at Highwoods Surgery, Visiting Patients homes, and also for the staff of Sainsburys on Priory Walk in Colchester Town Centre (many of our current patients still remember Sue treating them for the first time in the 80s & 90s!).

Following the growth of her private clientele, and with 4 young children, she decided in 1994 to open her own premises from a surgery attached to her family home – here, ‘Colchester Foot Clinic’ was born and thrived on Ipswich Road for 30 years!

During these years, Sue achieved her Podiatry Degree (after the qualification change), completed a Level 5 qualification as a ‘Clinical Educator’ and has post-graduate certificates in Local Anaesthesia, Prescription Only Medicines and Biomechanics & Orthotics. She has always endeavoured to keep up-to-date with all treatment advances and changes within the profession.

In 2023, and after 45 years as a practicing Podiatrist, Sue decided to step away from regular clinical duties to allow her to spend time with her ever-growing family! However, she continued to oversee the practice as Clinical Lead, working occasional ‘specialist’ clinics and stepping in to help out when required.

As of Summer 2026, Sue decided it was time to hand over the reins of Clinical Lead, a role which she has exclusively held since 1985! She still however remains an active Director of the business and is involved in all important decisions.

You will more than likely see her from time-to-time as she struggles to stay away!

Beginning her working career in Beauty Therapy and Reflexology, Lisa decided to branch into the world of Podiatry and gained her Podiatry degree in 2015 from the University of East London.

Once graduated, she joined the NHS where she dedicated 10 years to working within various roles across Essex, from Podiatry Assistant to Specialist Podiatrist. Her varying roles have allowed her to acquire an extensive knowledge base, experience in managing high-risk patients, and also mentoring of colleagues and students.

Alongside the standard requirements, she has continued to extend her scope of practice as a Podiatrist to develop her capabilities, completing courses in Acupuncture & Needling, Dermatology, an ‘Independent Prescribing’ module and an MSc in ‘Clinical Skin Integrity and Wound Management’ at the University of Hertfordshire, all while raising a young family, similarly to Sue.

After completing her MSc in 2023, Lisa joined our team of Podiatrists part-time alongside starting her role within the NHS Podiatric Surgery team. Within this NHS role she managed post-operative wound care, conducted pre-assessments and delivered treatments in preparation for foot and ankle surgery.

Lisa has always been ambitious to progress into a leadership role where she could combine her clinical knowledge and mentoring skills to support team development and maintain high standards of care for patients.

We are extremely honoured to welcome Lisa as our new Clinical Lead and are certain that, alongside providing fantastic treatment to all patients, she will bring a wealth of knowledge, guidance and support to our wonderful team.

If you wish to book in with Lisa, she will be regularly available on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday.

Sarah qualified in Podiatry from New College Durham in 1990.

Having worked in various NHS & Private Podiatry positions Sarah joined our team in 2005. She has a keen interest in holistic approaches to treatment and natural & herbal remedies.

She currently works Wednesdays and Fridays at our Colchester clinic and Thursdays at our Harwich clinic.

Katherine qualified in Podiatry from the University of Northampton in 1994.

Having previously worked for NHS Podiatry Katherine joined our team in 2005 and is confident in all areas of Podiatry, including Biomechanics.

She currently works at our Colchester clinic on Mondays and Tuesdays, and carries out Home Visits on Thursdays.

Originally from Scotland, Craig qualified in Podiatry from Glasgow Caledonian University in 2011.

He currently works full time for NHS Podiatry in Colchester, and has an interest in Diabetes and the Diabetic foot.

Craig joined our team in 2015 and currently works Tuesday, Friday and Saturday.

Lucy qualified in Podiatry from the University of Brighton in 2013 and currently works full time for NHS Podiatry in North East Essex.

She joined our team in 2017 and currently works a monthly Wednesday.

Joanne qualified in Podiatry from the University of Brighton in 1998 and is currently the head of NHS Paediatric Podiatry in Colchester, with an interest in all areas of Podiatry including Biomechanics.

Jo joined our team in 2022 and currently works Fridays.

Nicole gained her Podiatry degree from the University of Northampton in 2017. Since qualifying she has focussed solely on working within private Podiatry around Essex, with a keen interest in Verrucas and Ingrown Toenails.

Nicole joined our team in 2024, working Monday, Wednesday & Thursday.

Nicole will be on Maternity Leave from Februrary 2026, and hoping to return March 2027

Kelvin gained his Podiatry degree from the University of East London in 2016. Since qualifying, he has worked within both NHS and Private podiatry roles across London & Kent, with an interest in all areas of Podiatry.

Having recently relocated to Essex, Kelvin joined our team in 2025 and works regular Thursdays with additional sessions Monday-Saturday.