Meet Our Expert Podiatrists in London

Margarita Taglia is the founder of Finchley Foot Clinic.

Margarita is a HCPC registered podiatrist graduating from the University College London in 2000. She has now gained over 20 years experience dealing with a wide variety of foot conditions both privately and in the NHS.

She believes that effective podiatry starts with understanding the person behind the symptoms. By taking the time to listen, assess and explain the cause of a problem, Margarita helps patients feel confident in their treatment and achieve long term improvements in their foot health.

Margarita has experience managing a wide range of podiatric conditions, from routine foot care and painful skin and nail problems to more complex foot and lower limb issues. Her calm and reassuring approach ensures that every patient receives professional, compassionate care tailored to their needs.

Alongside general podiatry, Margarita has a particular interest in:

• Routine podiatry and preventative foot care
• Nail and skin conditions
• Foot pain management
• Complex foot health concerns
• Supporting patients to maintain mobility and independence

Sophia is the Co-owner of Finchley Foot clinic.

Sophia is a specialist podiatrist with a particular interest in biomechanics, sports injuries and movement-related conditions. She works with runners, athletes and active individuals to understand the underlying causes of pain, helping patients move better, perform better and reduce their risk of future injury.

With a strong background in sports and exercise medicine, Sophia combines detailed clinical assessment with advanced biomechanical analysis to develop personalised treatment plans tailored to each individual’s goals and lifestyle.

Her approach focuses on looking beyond the symptoms to identify why an injury or problem has developed in the first place. Using tools such as gait analysis, Footscan pressure mapping and movement assessment, Sophia helps patients understand their body better and take confident steps towards recovery.

Sophia has a particular interest in:

• Lower limb biomechanics
• Running injuries
• Injury prevention
• Rehabilitation
• Foot, ankle, knee and hip pain
• Performance optimisation

Sara is an experienced podiatrist with a passion for delivering high-quality, patient-focused care across a wide range of foot and lower limb conditions.

She has extensive experience helping patients manage common foot problems, including painful nails, skin conditions, corns, calluses and general foot discomfort. Sara takes the time to understand each patient’s concerns and provides practical, effective treatment designed to improve comfort, mobility and quality of life.

Alongside routine podiatry care, Sara has a special interest in diabetic foot health and supporting patients who require preventative foot assessments. She understands the importance of early identification of potential problems and provides thorough assessments to help maintain healthy feet and reduce the risk of complications.

Sara is known for her calm and reassuring approach, ensuring every patient feels comfortable, listened to and involved in their treatment plan.

Sara has particular experience in:

• Routine podiatry
• Diabetic foot assessments
• Nail and skin conditions
• Foot pain management
• Preventative foot care
• Patient education

Lauren McKenzie is a musculoskeletal podiatrist now based in London after moving from Auckland. Her interest in podiatry grew from a lifelong love of sport and her own experiences with injury. As a former football goalkeeper who also played tennis and cricket, she understands the frustration of being kept away from the activities that make life enjoyable.

That background shapes the way she works. She focuses on clear communication, practical rehabilitation plans, and helping people return to the routines and movements that matter most to them. Supporting someone through that process is the part of the job she values the most.

Lauren was born and raised in New Zealand to Scottish parents and has spent a lot of time in the UK and Europe over the years, so settling in London feels like a natural step.

Outside the clinic, she enjoys running, going to the gym, exploring new places, cooking, and spending time with friends and family.

She is known for being supportive, approachable, and genuinely invested in the people she works with. Whether it’s helping someone manage a long term issue or guiding them through a return to sport plan, Lauren brings a calm, practical, and patient centred approach to every appointment.

Lauren has particular interests in:

• General podiatry care
• Foot pain
• Lower limb conditions
• Musculoskeletal assessment
• Patient education
• Preventative foot health