Health Communication

The author, blogger and independent publisher. Former (podiatric) foot surgeon

Welcome to ConsultingFootPain

Progress through the art of communication

Welcome to this free health site, which offers advice from professional authors supported by Busypencilcase Communications & Publications. However, this site is more than just a resource for foot health.

BPCC encourages people to write about their experiences and has produced several books, including contributions, since 2017. Although the books are predominantly based around podiatry, health is not exclusively about feet. BPCC and its activities are non-profit making and all monies are reinvested in the business of researching new information, providing articles and books to help readers.

ConsultingFootPain is a free resource health information site 

If you are concerned about your foot problem, please consult a registered podiatrist, GP or a Foot Health Practitioner registered with the Institute of Podiatrists. This site provides access to professionally written information for all readers, is independent, and is not associated with any professional bodies.  David supports the Institute of Podiatry and the Royal College of Podiatry, together with universities offering podiatry courses, and has also taken part in career programmes.

ConsultingFootPain provides impartial information, promoting only recommended sources. The opinions expressed in articles are those of the editor/authors alone. ConsultingFootPain was set up to provide information for everyone. Good foot health can make a difference in your life. Making academic material more comprehensive, dissecting away myths, fables, and fiction, and encouraging reader feedback, hopefully will support readers and drive new queries and articles. Please respond using the contact and comments forms.

While David was a former NHS consultant and podiatric surgeon, he is no longer available for face-to-face consultations. This site will only respond to people seeking genuine help and does not provide legal advice. You can still use the CONTACT to share information and receive selected advice

New Guide Books for 2025

David's passion is writing accessible books at pocket-sized prices. UK readers can purchase the printed versions of these books for a 40% +pp discount by contacting the author via 'contact' on davidtollafieldauthor.com

His latest books include -

The new edition for 2025 contains new information and evidence without the need to consider surgery as the first choice. From £3.76 ebook.

Three versions depending upon reader requirements from £2.30 - £5.20 in eBook format. Note the complete guide contains the content for the two ebooks shown.

A Complete Patient's Guide to Bunion Problems (Published January 2025 and available on Amazon as an eBook, paperback and hardback.) The complete works. £5.20. Plus section on types of foot surgery. Includes both books below.

Understanding and managing your bunion problems. (A distilled eBook version of the Complete Guide- see above.) £2.23. Pre-surgery advice & self help.

What You Need to Know About Bunion Surgery. ( A distilled eBook version of Complete Guide - see above) £3.20. For those intending to have foot surgery, including patients' feedback and problems.

Writing with the Reader's Trust in Mind

As a retired podiatrist by profession, a former lecturer, and a medical health science writer by passion, I believe reflective health communication and education are not just about writing complicated reviews and research for professionals but also about making health knowledge accessible to the general public. Always share information to help others, as this author believes quality information must be trustworthy.

You can read more about David's journey through his forty-year career in PODIATRIST ON A MISSION.

ConsultingFootPain is part of Busypencilcase Communications & Publishing.