About Us
Our Values
At AAlba we believe our patients deserve the best.
We only employ university trained Podiatrists who meet the requirements of CORU! Why? A degree in podiatry is the only qualification recognised by the Irish government. Podiatry students study for a minimum of 4 years, complete a 1000 supervised clinical hours within the HSE and private clinics and undertake modules in anatomy, physiology, lower limb mechanics, orthotics fabrication and prescription, chiropody, disease management, cross infection control and psychology of health to name a few. CORU is a government register for Allied Heath Professionals, the screening to be included on this register is lengthy and they hold high standards. Our profession is highly regulated by CORU, including keeping up to date with our continuing professional development and insurance to name a few.
A degree is the gold standard for foot care providers. We are affiliated to Podiatry Ireland. Only those on the CORU register are legally entitled to call themselves podiatrists and chiropodists. Next time you need a foot health provider ensure they are the real deal.
What we are?
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We are passionate
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We are patient centric
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We are professionals
Who we are?
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We are Podiatrists
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We are CORU registered
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We are the only permanent private podiatry clinic in County Leitrim
How we do it?
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We are dedicated to continued professional education
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We invest in innovation
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We are building a strong and dedicated team
Meet Our Team
Kelly Duke Senior Podiatrist M.P.I. CORU PO057787
A graduate of QMU, Edinburgh, Kelly holds a BSc Podiatry (Hons) degree and is a member of Podiatry Ireland. She has an active interest in steering Podiatry as a profession, having sat on the executive council of her professional body between the years of 2003 – 2010 in the positions as Secretary and Vice Chair and 2021 – 2024, overseeing the rebranding of the professional body and the implementation of a new business strategy.
She is committed to continuous professional education. Her areas of post graduate education include lower limb mechanics, podiatric dermatology, footwear and exercise prescription and health promotion.
Prior to studying podiatry, Kelly studied Sports Science after a successful international competitive career as a Judo player. She lives in the Carrick on Shannon area, is a mother of two girls and her hobbies include walking her dogs, crafting and supporting her beloved Scottish Rugby.
From time to time Kelly oversees the clinical placements of students from University Galway and U.K based students and graduated podiatrists, offering mentorship in her clinic. This is a mutually rewarding experience for both clinicians.
Amanda Gallagher
Amanda joined the team in 2021 as a podiatry assistant. She has vast experience in the service industry and always has a warm welcome for all our patients. Her day to day role involves front of house receptionist and assisting the podiatrist in their day to day work.
Our Journey so far
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1994
After finishing High School Kelly competed internationally in Judo and studied a degree in Sports Science at Edinburgh -
1997
A change in direction led Kelly to embarked on a Honours Podiatry Degree at Queen Margaret University -
2001
Newly graduated, Kelly went on to work for Scholl in their Edinburgh and Aberdeen Podiatry clinics. -
2002
AAlba foot clinic opens its doors in the Market Yard, Carrick on Shannon. -
2004 – 2009
Kelly elected on to the council of the Society of Chiropodists and Podiatrists holding positions such as Secretary and Vice Chair. 2004 -2014 Clinic expands to new location at Inver geal. -
2014 – Present
As the business grows we moved to a purpose designed multidisciplinary premises comprising of multiple treatment rooms, Pilates studio and private carpark, with our neighbours Carrick on Shannon Physiotherapy Clinic and Michael McLoughlin Massage therapist and Reflexologist. Our team expands as do the services we provide with foot wear ranges, foot care shop and gait analysis. Between 2021 and 2024 Kelly re-joins the council of Podiatry Ireland.
