Our Team
At Masterton Foot Clinic, our team is united by a simple goal: helping people stay active, mobile, and do the things they love.
We combine experience, evidence-based care, ongoing professional development, and a genuine commitment to helping our patients achieve the best outcomes possible. Whether you're visiting for an ingrown toenail, sports injury, arthritis, neurological condition, or routine foot care, you'll be cared for by a team that genuinely enjoys helping people move better and live better.
While our team brings a wealth of qualifications and expertise, we're also runners, readers, parents, sportspeople, adventurers, and active members of the Wairarapa community. We believe great healthcare is built on great relationships.
Adam Philps
CEO & Senior Podiatrist
Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry) 1999 · Postgraduate Certificate in Health Science (Rehabilitation) 2023 · PodNZ Board Member · FMT Level 2+ Practitioner · Hive Practice
- Minor Surgery
- Foot & Lower Limb Orthotics
- Neuromuscular Conditions
- Bracing & Rehabilitation
Adam has over 25 years of experience helping people overcome foot and lower limb problems. His passion is building a clinic that delivers world-class foot and lower limb care right here in the Wairarapa.
A particular area of interest is neuromuscular rehabilitation. Adam regularly works with people affected by conditions such as stroke, multiple sclerosis, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, muscular dystrophy, traumatic brain injury, and foot drop.
"People place a great deal of trust in you as a clinician. I believe it's important to honour that trust by continually learning, improving, and always striving to do your very best."
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He has extensive experience prescribing and managing ankle-foot orthoses (AFOs) and other lower limb orthotic interventions designed to improve walking efficiency, safety, mobility, and independence. He is particularly passionate about helping people remain active and engaged in daily life despite complex neurological or neuromuscular challenges.
Adam holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Rehabilitation and has published peer-reviewed research investigating orthotic interventions for people living with Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease and chronic ankle instability. He remains actively engaged in professional development and is passionate about translating the latest evidence into practical solutions that improve patient outcomes.
He currently serves on the Board of Podiatry New Zealand and remains passionate about advancing both the profession and the care available to patients throughout New Zealand.
Adam was also the founder of the Wairarapa Ingrown Toenail Clinic and has helped introduce numerous evidence-based technologies and treatment approaches to New Zealand, including Lunula Laser, Shockwave Therapy, and advanced bracing solutions.
Outside the clinic, Adam enjoys trail running through the Tararua Ranges, trout fishing, and spending time with his wife Ali, their three children, and Tui the dog.
Jess Laver
Podiatrist
Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry), 2017 · Member, Podiatry New Zealand · Advanced FMT Level 2+ Practitioner
- Foot Mobilisation Therapy
- Dermatology
- Older Adult Care
- Manual Therapies
Jess has a particular passion for helping people move more freely and comfortably through hands-on treatment approaches such as Foot Mobilisation Therapy (FMT) and myofascial release.
She enjoys working with people experiencing joint stiffness, mobility restrictions, and age-related changes that impact confidence and independence. Jess also has a strong interest in dermatology and the management of skin and nail conditions affecting the feet.
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Known for her kindness, empathy, and attention to detail, Jess enjoys building genuine relationships with her patients and helping them achieve lasting improvements in comfort and mobility.
Outside the clinic, Jess enjoys spending time with her family and pursuing a wide range of creative craft projects.
Brian Hudson
Podiatrist
Bachelor of Health Science (Podiatry), 2022 · Member, Podiatry New Zealand
- Sports Podiatry
- Ingrown Toenails
- Fungal Nail Management
- Plantar Heel Pain
Brian was drawn to podiatry after seeing the positive impact treatment had on his younger brother's heel pain as a child. Today, he brings that same desire to help others into every consultation.
Brian has a strong interest in sports podiatry, lower limb injuries, plantar heel pain, ingrown toenails, and fungal nail management. He enjoys helping patients understand not only what is causing their symptoms, but also what they can do to improve them.
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His clear communication style, practical approach, and genuine curiosity help patients feel informed, involved, and supported throughout their recovery.
Outside the clinic, Brian can often be found exploring the Tararua Ranges and is well on his way to ticking off every hut in the range. He also enjoys live music, discovering new bands, and challenging anyone willing to test his encyclopaedic knowledge of world geography.
Ali Philps
Co-Owner
Chartered Accountants Australia & New Zealand (CAANZ)
Ali is the co-owner of Masterton Foot Clinic and the person responsible for keeping the wheels turning behind the scenes.
With more than 20 years of experience across finance, banking, health, and tertiary education sectors in New Zealand and overseas, she brings a wealth of operational and financial expertise to the business.
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Ali is a member of Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand (CAANZ) and plays a key role in ensuring the clinic continues to grow while maintaining the high standards our patients have come to expect.
Outside work, Ali is an avid reader who seems capable of finishing books faster than most people can start them. She is also a busy mum to three children and a regular at local fitness classes.
Sarah Wilson
Foot Hygienist & Administrator
Bachelor of Education · Level 4 HCA
Sarah is an integral part of our Foot Care Assistant service, helping provide high-quality skin and nail care under podiatry supervision while supporting patients throughout their treatment journey.
With more than two decades of experience working in healthcare and a Bachelor of Education, Sarah combines clinical knowledge with a natural ability to connect with people of all ages.
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Patients appreciate her warm, caring nature and her ability to help them feel comfortable and supported from the moment they arrive.
Outside work, Sarah enjoys spending time with her family, sharing a laugh with a good stand-up comedian, and joining friends around the table for a game of Dungeons & Dragons.
Jannah Wyeth
Receptionist
Diploma in Beauty Therapy and Electrolysis
Jannah is often the first person you'll meet when contacting Masterton Foot Clinic. She is passionate about creating a welcoming experience and helping every patient feel valued, supported, and well looked after from their very first interaction with the clinic.
Born and raised in Masterton, Jannah has a strong connection to the local community. She is an accomplished squash player, representative athlete, and regional champion, while also enjoying tennis and netball.
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Before joining the clinic, Jannah spent more than 20 years in customer service and qualified as a Beauty Therapist and Electrologist. Her attention to detail and genuine care for people help ensure every patient enjoys an exceptional experience.
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