Relieve Your Foot, Heel, and Ankle Pain in Singapore

Boon Kiak is an experienced podiatrist in Singapore with a strong clinical background in sports podiatry, musculoskeletal conditions, and foot & ankle biomechanics. He graduated with a Bachelor of Health Science and a Master of Podiatric Practice (First-Class Honours) from La Trobe University, Australia in 2014.

He began his career at Khoo Teck Puat Hospital, where he established and led the Sports Podiatry service, managing a wide spectrum of complex foot and lower-limb injuries. In 2021, he moved to the Woodlands Health Campus, taking on leadership and managerial roles as the lead podiatrist.

Beyond the clinic, Boon Kiak brings a rare blend of elite athletic experience and clinical expertise. As a former elite cyclist and multi-time Singapore National Champion (Road Race & ITT), Boon Kiak brings athlete-level insight to treating heel pain, plantar fasciitis, flat feet, tendon injuries, stress injuries, and sports-related conditions. His key achievements include a SEA Games bronze medal (2022) and representing Singapore in three SEA Games.

Boon Kiak is also active in academia and research. He is a published author in multiple scientific journals and serves as a Clinical Educator with the Lee Kong Chian School of Medicine, where he lectures for the Graduate Diploma in Sports Medicine programme.

Boon Kiak currently consults at our Holland Grove clinic.

James is an Australian-trained Podiatrist with a Bachelor of Podiatric Medicine from Western Sydney University. Having worked in private practices across Australia and Singapore, he brings a wealth of international experience in diagnosing and treating a diverse range of foot, ankle, and lower leg conditions. 

James views the body as an interconnected structure requiring a solid foundation at the foot level for optimal health. His clinical expertise ranges from custom orthotic prescription and personalised strength and conditioning, including barefoot training principles, to dry needling. By blending these tools with comprehensive general podiatry, including skin and nail care and minor surgical procedures for ingrown toenails. He ensures that his patients can move more efficiently and remain active. He also has niche experience in ski boot fitting, which provides him with unique insights into how footwear can be fine-tuned to improve lower limb alignment and control.

A highly active athlete himself, James participates in HYROX, tennis, and padel. His transition into high-volume running has sharpened his expertise in gait analysis and modern shoe technology, allowing him to prescribe the ideal footwear for specific clinical needs. Additionally, as a lifelong Alpine skier and trained instructor, he possesses a deep understanding of lower limb mechanics on the slopes. Having navigated his own training niggles and ingrown toenail issues, he offers a practical, empathetic perspective on staying injury-resilient.

James consults at Raffles Quay, HarbourFront, and Holland Grove, dedicated to helping you train smarter, move better, and perform at your best.