Dr Maree Marks
Specialist Podiatrist – Reconstructive Foot Surgery

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About Dr Maree Marks- Specialist Podiatrist in Foot and Ankle Surgery

Dr Maree Marks is a Specialist Surgical Podiatrist with extensive training in Australia and the United Kingdom.

Dr Maree commenced her surgical training in Australia in 2003 before relocating to the United Kingdom in 2007 to further her qualifications and surgical training at Charing Cross Hospital, London. In 2011, she attained Fellowship of the College of Podiatric Surgeons UK.

Dr Maree continued her clinical and surgical practice in the United Kingdom, while also contributing to the education and training of surgical trainees. She subsequently returned to Australia, where she continues her clinical and surgical practice in Sydney.

Dr Maree is a university lecturer at Western Sydney University and holds Fellowships with the College of Podiatry (UK) and the Australian Association of Podiatric Surgeons. She regularly participates in professional education and attends conferences and educational programs in Australia and internationally, maintaining an ongoing interest in developments in podiatric surgery and contemporary approaches to the management of foot and ankle conditions.

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Dr Maree Marks
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Dr Maree Marks is a Specialist Surgical Podiatrist with extensive training in Australia and the United Kingdom. She has completed undergraduate and postgraduate qualifications in podiatry and podiatric surgery in Australia and the United Kingdom, as well as a postgraduate Diploma in International Healthcare Management in the United Kingdom. Dr Maree is a Fellow of the College of Podiatrists, Faculty of Podiatric Surgery (UK), and a Fellow of the Australian Association of Podiatric Surgeons.

What is a Surgical Podiatrist?..
Podiatric surgery is a specialist field of practice within the podiatry profession.
A surgical podiatrist is a podiatrist who has undertaken extensive postgraduate education and training in the surgical management of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. A surgical podiatrist can assess foot and ankle conditions, discuss both surgical and non-surgical treatment options, and provide surgical treatment where this is clinically appropriate.
Although my practice includes surgical treatment, surgery is not always required or appropriate. I will discuss the available treatment options with you, including non-surgical approaches where appropriate, so that you can make an informed decision about your care. Together, we can develop an individualised treatment plan based on your condition, your circumstances and your preferences.

The Role of a Specialist Surgical Podiatrist...
Surgical podiatrists undertake extensive education and postgraduate training in podiatry, medical sciences and the assessment and management of conditions affecting the foot and ankle, including surgical treatment where clinically appropriate.
As a specialist podiatrist with specialist registration in podiatric surgery, I assess and manage a range of foot and ankle conditions. This includes recognising signs and symptoms that may indicate an underlying medical condition, such as diabetes or vascular disease. Where a medical opinion, investigation or additional management is required, I will liaise with your GP or relevant medical specialist and, where appropriate, recommend referral for further assessment.
My role is focused on the health and management of the foot and ankle. I work alongside other healthcare professionals when required to ensure that your care is appropriately coordinated.

What Conditions Can a Surgical Podiatrist Treat?

Surgical podiatrists assess and manage a broad range of conditions affecting the foot and ankle. Depending on the condition and individual circumstances, treatment may include non-surgical or surgical management.

Conditions may include:

Structural deformities of the foot and ankle, including bunions, hammertoes and flat feet
Bone and joint conditions, including bone spurs and arthritis
Heel pain
Nerve conditions, including nerve entrapment
Tendon and soft tissue conditions
Degenerative conditions and arthritis affecting the joints of the foot and ankle
Skin and nail conditions
Congenital foot and ankle deformities
Trauma-related injuries, including fractures, dislocations and post-traumatic arthritis

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Bunion Surgery

Hallux valgus (Bunion) A painful enlargement of the joint situated at the base of the big toe. A bunion actually refers to the bony prominence or exostosis on the side of the big toe. A large sac of fluid, known as a bursa, can form over the enlarged joint which can then become inflamed and painful.
Surgery to remove the bony prominence is called a bunionectomy. There are over 130 different procedures recorded for treating this condition. We will choose the right procedure for your individual needs. Smaller bunions can also develop on the outside of the little toe joint, these are known as Tailors bunions and are also treated surgically using similar techniques.

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Toe Deformities

Hammer, Mallet and Claw toes. These are deformities in the lesser toes usually caused by tendon or joint imbalance. Hammer toes can be painful and unsightly. The hammertoe is able to be corrected under local or general anaesthetic as a day case procedure. Surgery to correct the hammer, mallet or claw toe deformity will usually permanently cure the formation of painful corns on skin overlying these joints.

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Ingrowing Toenails

An ingrowing toenail is when part of the nail plate pierces the flesh of the toe. It can be extremely painful and can become inflamed or infected. In more severe cases, it can cause pus and bleeding. Ingrowing toenails most commonly affect the big toenail, but can affect the other toes too. There are a variety of treatment options available for ingrowing toenails, one of the most successful being minor nail surgery to remove only the part of nail that's growing in and causing the pathology.

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Injection Therapy- Platlet Rich Plasma

What is PRP?

PRP: Platelets are a part of our blood which aid in clotting and tissue healing. They contain and can release a number of growth factors, special biologically active proteins that play an important role in tissue healing and regeneration. Platelet rich plasma or PRP is designed to accelerate your body’s healing of musculoskeletal injuries naturally, without subjecting you to significant risk or adverse effects.

Procedure Overview:

Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP): Blood is removed like when you have a blood test via a cannula into your vein. The blood undergoes centrifugation to isolate the PRP.

Alternative Treatments

Analgesics: Paracetamol; Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS); Narcotics
Physical Therapy ; Acupuncture
Braces or shoe inserts
Cortisone (steroid) Injections; Hyaluronic acid (lubrication) Injections
Surgery: Realigning bones; Joint replacements