PODIATRY GROUP MELBOURNE - Key Persons

Alex Schmidt

Job Titles:
  • B.Hsc & M.Pod.Prac. APodA Member

Arthur Garoufalis

Arthur graduated with a Bachelor of Podiatry (Hons) and believes healthy feet play a vital role in an active and happy life. He has an interest in all facets of podiatry especially SWIFT microwave therapy for warts, shockwave and laser therapies, ingrown toenail surgery and the use of 3D printed orthoses for correcting lower limb alignment issues. Arthur is a keen basketball fan and when he isn't following Melbourne United or the Milwaukee Bucks he is on the hunt for the latest retro Air Jordan sneakers.

Dr. Omar Baarini

Job Titles:
  • FACPS ) Specialist Podiatric Foot & Ankle Surgeon
Dr Baarini received his fellowship through the Australasian College of Podiatric Surgeons and has spent extensive periods training abroard in the United Kingdom, and the United States. Dr Baarini is known for his charity surgical work in third world countires.

Genevieve Scott

Genevieve has completed a Bachelor of Podiatry degree with Honours. She has a keen interest in paediatrics, management of sports injuries as well as surgery. Genevieve is trained in using shockwave and laser therapies, SWIFT microwave therapy for wart treatment and prescribing 3D printed orthotics. Genevieve is completing further training in Pharmacology and assisting in surgery.