A woman and a boy on a grassy headland above Castlepoint, looking out over the beach and lagoon

Add life to years.Not just years to life.

Enabling active lives.

At Masterton Foot Clinic, we believe everyone deserves the freedom to move well, stay active, and enjoy the things they love.

Our purpose is to help people maximise their healthspan, the years they can live active, healthy, and independent lives. Whether that's sport, work, travel, family, or simply maintaining independence, we're here to help you keep moving.

20+
Years serving the Wairarapa
Thousands
Of patients helped
4.9 ★
Google rating

Meet the team.

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."

More about Adam

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.

More about Jess

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.

More about Brian

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.

More about Ali

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.

More about Sarah

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.

More about Jannah

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.

20+ years of Firsts.

2003
Founded by Adam Philps
Built on a simple idea: that people living in regional New Zealand should have access to the same high standard of foot and lower limb care available anywhere in the world.
2017
Lunula Laser arrives
We became the first clinic in New Zealand to introduce Lunula Laser for fungal nail infections, the start of a habit of bringing proven technology to the Wairarapa early.
2019
Shockwave Therapy & advanced bracing
Among the earliest New Zealand clinics to adopt Shockwave Therapy and advanced bracing technologies, always guided by the evidence rather than the trend.
A dedicated service
The Wairarapa Ingrown Toenail Clinic
Adam founded a dedicated ingrown toenail service, because a common problem deserves an uncommonly good solution.
Today
One of the Wairarapa's leading podiatry clinics
Serving patients from across the region and beyond, combining evidence-based care, advanced technology, and genuine relationships to help people achieve meaningful outcomes.