Katharine Guo

Podiatrist

BSc, Doctorate of Podiatric Medicine – University of Western Australia’s (UWA) – UWA Podiatric Medicine Alumni

TELL US ABOUT YOURSELF

I’m a Perth girl born and raised. My family are from Shanghai, China and have been in Australia for over 30 years. I grew up in Manning and went to Perth Modern before completing my undergraduate and postgraduate studies at the University of Western Australia.

WHAT WAS YOUR DREAM JOB AS A CHILD?

Singer or Dancer

WHAT’S MADE YOU CHOOSE PODIATRY AS A CAREER?

I’ve always had an interest in health care and knew I wanted to pursue a career that would allow me to help people daily. A few members of my family have diabetes, and I’ve seen firsthand how important podiatrists are as part of their management team. I also enjoy being hands-on and love creating patient-centred treatment plans tailored to individual needs

WHAT IS YOUR SPECIAL INTEREST AREA WITHIN PODIATRY?

Throughout my career in podiatry so far, I have been lucky enough to see a variety of different conditions. However, I particularly enjoy treating heel pain, managing ingrown toenails, and providing routine nail care.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE WAY TO SPEND A DAY OFF?

I love starting the day with reformer Pilates, then going for a walk to a café for some breakfast, followed by playing tennis and doing some cooking. If I have time, I also enjoy doing something arts and crafty to unwind and get creative.

YOU WIN THE LOTTERY! WHAT’S THE FIRST THING YOU DO?

I would jump straight on a plane and do a round-the-world trip with my partner!

EARLYBIRD OR NIGHT OWL?

Early Bird

TEA, COFFE, OR SOMETHING ELSE?

Tea!

CATS OR DOGS?

Dogs

BEACH VACATION OR MOUNTAIN GETAWAY?

Mountain getaway

Katharine Guo Podiatrist at Galleria Podiatry Perth