Founder & CEO
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Dr. Chhotala Shailesh

Podiatrist and Foot Health Coach

Founder and CEO of Foot Guru

Professional Roles
  • National President: Foot Biomechanics Association of India
  • State President: Indian Podiatry Association - Gujarat Branch
  • National & International Speaker in Podiatry Conferences
  • Active Member of Global Medical Associations
Global Associations
  • International Association of Clinical Biomechanics (Australia)
  • American Limb Preservation Society (USA)
  • Present Podiatry Group (USA)
  • Diabetes Research and Welfare Association
  • Foot and Ankle Show (UK)
Achievements
🏆 International Podiatry Icon Award - 2018 (Thailand)
🥇 Best Foot Doctor of Surat - 2021
🌍 Inspirational Podiatrist Award - 2022 (UK)
15+ Years Experience
10,000+ Patients Treated
#1 Podiatry In India



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Podiatry Excellence Rooted in Compassion and Precision

For over 15 years, Dr. Chhotala Shailesh has redefined the standard of podiatric care, establishing himself not merely as a distinguished medical professional, but as a dedicated Foot Health Coach and visionary leader. As the Founder and CEO of Foot Guru, he serves at the forefront of foot and lower limb healthcare in India. His dedication to advancing the field is reflected in his esteemed leadership roles, serving as the National President of the Foot Biomechanics Association of India and the State President of the Indian Podiatry Association’s Gujarat Branch. A highly respected voice in the global medical podiatry community, Dr. Chhotala is a sought-after speaker at national and international conferences and an active member of numerous prestigious medical associations nationally and internationally.

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Global Podiatry Expertise and Exceptional Clinical Judgment

A commitment to mastering the complexities of the human foot has taken Dr. Chhotala across the globe. He is a certified Foot and Lower Limb Biomechanist with specialized training from New Zealand and Australia and holds both a Diploma in Podiatry Medicine and a Fellowship in Diabetic Foot Management. His exceptional clinical expertise is the result of extensive institutional Podiatry training in the United States (USA), Canada, Mexico, United Kingdom (UK), Spain, Italy, France, Singapore, Hong Kong and China. This rare and vast international exposure allows him to synthesize globally recognized, evidence-based practices and adapt them to provide world-class, clinically superior care for his patients in India.

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A Mindful Approach to Mobility

Dr. Chhotala’s practice is built on a profoundly mindful philosophy: that the feet are the foundation of the entire body and holistic well-being begins from the ground up. He understands that foot pain or impaired mobility is not just a physical ailment, but an obstacle to a fulfilling, active life. Practicing at the intricate intersection of foot biomechanics and footwear science, he offers a highly personalized, empathetic approach to healing and main focusing on root cause treatment approach. Rather than rushing to surgical interventions, Dr. Chhotala prioritizes advanced diagnostics, non-surgical therapies and patient education. He takes the time to listen, ensuring that every treatment plan is meticulously tailored to restore natural balance, alleviate discomfort and promote long-term, pain-free mobility.

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My Vision: An Amputation-Free India by 2047

Beyond treating daily biomechanical challenges and complex foot conditions, Dr. Chhotala is driven by a powerful, life-saving mission. Recognizing the devastating physical and psychological impact of diabetic foot complications, he is spearheading a crusade to build an Amputation-Free India by the year 2047. Through Foot Guru, he is shifting the healthcare paradigm from reactive treatment to proactive, preventive podiatry care. By championing early intervention, rigorous limb preservation techniques, widespread patient education and preventive podiatry root cause treatment approach, Dr. Chhotala is not just healing feet—he is transforming lives, ensuring that every patient can step into the future with confidence, dignity and independence.