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* ON MATERNITY LEAVE FROM SEPTEMBER 2019 Dr Seema is a GP Partner and graduated from UCL. She completed her GP training at Guys & St Thomas' GP training scheme in London. Dr Seema has a specialist interest in Drug and Alcohol Misuse. She also enjoys Geriatric Medicine, Mental Health as well as General Medicine. She is a GP trainer and graduated with a Distinction in Medical Education. She has also been involved in Havering Clinical Commissioning Group. Dr Seema received an award from Havering CCG acknowledging her contributions to community care and recognising her as a future NHS Clinical Leader. 

Dr Zulfiquer is our Salaried GP who graduated from King's College Medical School in 2008. She completed her GP training locally on the Romford Vocational Training Scheme. She has an interest in Women's Health and also enjoys Paediatrics as well as Mental Health. She is also involved in teaching and training within the practice and is a GP trainer. 

* ON MATERNITY LEAVE FROM AUGUST 2019. Dr Subramanian is our Salaried GP. She has completed her training at Romford GP VTS training scheme and was a GP Registrar at the practice. We are delighted to have her as a permanent member of staff.

Dr Jawad is our very conscientious and efficient GP registrar who will be fully qualified by August 2019. He will then stay on at the practice and will be taking a leadership role to help the smooth running of the practice and ensure we are providing the highest standards of care.

Dr Parekh is a local graduate from the Romford VTS scheme. He is working at the practice as a long-term locum and is well regarded by colleagues for his excellent clinical knowledge. His working days are Mondays and Thursdays.

Dr Kular has joined the practice as a Salaried GP. She is well liked by patients and very conscientious.

Our Practice Nurses are both highly qualified and can deal with a range of medical conditions as well as prescribe medication, request xrays and blood tests. Before booking straight with a GP, ask reception if the Nurse may be able to deal with your problem. 

Our Nurses can:

- Treat uncomplicated Chest, Skin and Urine Infections as well as any Minor Ailments

- Check Blood Pressure

- Give Diet & Lifestyle advice and Cholesterol management 

- Provide COPD/Asthma and Diabetes Management

- Provide Cervical Screening, Contraception and Sexual Health Screening 

- Administer travel immunisations 

Rebecca is a Nurse Prescriber so she can prescribe the contraceptive pill, antibiotics and a variety of other medications. She is a Respiratory Nurse Specialist who manages all of our COPD & Asthma patients and she can also treat patients with Respiratory Infections. 

Rebecca has over 20 years experience working in AE. She is also a Diabetic Nurse Specialist. 

She can perform Spirometry (breathing tests needed to diagnose Asthma and COPD). Please remember to inform reception if you have been asked to book for spirometry so they can ensure you have the right appointment length. If you have been treated for a chest infection you will need to wait at least 6 weeks before having spirometry, to allow accurate interpretation of results. 

Cathy is a Nurse Prescriber and is able to prescribe a variety of medications as well as treat infections. She has a specialist interest in Diabetes and she is competent in initiating complex treatment including Insulin when needed. In addition, Cathy can deal with minor ailments, infections and contraception requests. 

Cathy is also a stop smoking specialist. She is able to give advice on diet and lifestyle changes for patients with High Cholesterol or who are trying to lose weight.

Cathy is a good listener and particularly skilled in mental health care and talking to patients who may feel low in mood or anxious.

BSc London MSc Manchester MIEM Milan

Sarah is the Business Manager and Partner. She trained at CASS Business School in London followed by a dual Masters level accreditation at the prestigious Universita Bocconi Milan and Manchester Business School in International Business and Economics. Sarah has been actively involved in NHS commissioning from the outset having been a board member of Havering Premier shadow CCG and currently working in a lead role to increase patient engagement.

Sarah is a forward thinking manager who tries to ensure the practice moves with the times, hence the introduction of online prescribing and online appointments. Sarah is always happy to receive feedback on how to improve the practice and take it forward. Whilst she loves to hear your compliments and commendations, she is also your first port of call for complaints and constructive criticisms.

BSc Economics

Stefano studied Economics at the University of Modena, Italy, graduating in 2007 with distinction. He also has further qualifications in mechanical engineering and design. He is highly skilled in Information technology and manages the surgery’s IT and accounting systems.

The ‘work horses’ and possibly most integral cogs in the surgery wheel. Most of your dealings will be with one of our specially trained medical receptionists.

Reception Manager

Laura joined us from the world of banking 7 years ago and has diligently worked her way up to the role of Reception Manager. She is responsible for ensuring the smooth running of the clerical heart of the surgery. Feel free to informally raise any reception or admin issues with her and she will make sure the practice manager hears about it.

Reception Manager

Lisa joined us in 2012 and due to her job performance was immediately earmarked for a management role. She is highly skilled in referrals and admin troubleshooting and takes a lead role in reception management with co manager Laura.

Anita is our friendly in-house Pharmacist who can assist you with medication queries, check your Blood Pressure and update your vaccinations e.g flu jab, shingles vaccine or pneumonia vaccine. She is on hand for any advice related to medications. She usually works on Fridays and she has been an excellent addition to our team.

District Nurses 

The practice is supported by a wonderful team of District Nurses who can help support housebound patients. 

They can be contacted by phone

Tel: 
01708 576 400
Fax: 0844 931 0188

Community Matron

A community matron is a specialist trained nurse who can visit patients at home who have complex medical needs. 

The GP can refer you to the community matron but patients can also refer themselves by contacting the number below

Gerri Envill ICM Coordinator:  01708 796111

Health Visitor

A health visitor is a registered nurse who has received training particularly related to babies, children and pregnant women. Their role is to provide families with children under five years old with support and advice around the general aspects of mental, physical and social wellbeing.

They can be contacted at Cranham Health Centre

Tel: 01708 796100
Fax: 01708 796116