Craig Myles

Craig Myles: In-patient podiatrist

Upon graduating, Craig applied for roles across the UK. He obtained a role at Colchester, Essex, where then relocated and started as a newly qualified podiatrist working in musculoskeletal and wound care clinics.

After several years working, Craig had an opportunity to cover a Band 7 colleague’s Diabetes clinic during maternity leave, allowing Craig to develop his capabilities from his current Band 6 role, into a Band 7’s capabilities. During this time, the NICE guidelines changed, and the northeast Essex diabetes service split, resulting in an exention of Craig's role. Craig accessed further development resources, such as the Diabetic Foot Module, to enhance his understanding of this specialist area.

Craig continued his professional growth with further learning and achieved non-medical prescribing, which was a challenging Level 7 course. He was also involved in a multidisciplinary team, including vascular teams in the community, where he utilised his prescribing capabilities. He also managed Diabetes patients but did not initiate insulin. Craig completed IRMER training, enabling him to view diagnostic scans and interpret their findings. He also mentored other podiatrists on vacuum-assisted closure for wound care.