Barrack Lane Medical Centre - The doctors, nurses and other staff at our practice

Doctors

Dr Juno Jesuthasan (m)
MB BS (London 1984) MRCP MRCGP Being with the practice since 1989, I was actually a young man when I first arrived! I have a keen interest in education in all its forms and feel it is the path to great patient care and personal fulfilment. However, I strongly believe that we can only do a great job for you if we have a great team behind us and on that score we feel we are getting stronger every year. I love the job and the patient contact and couldn’t see myself doing anything else - though see below! My interests outside medicine are horse racing, sport, technology, cars and the media including the arts, films, TV and music. In addition to my role at the surgery I am also a Programme Director at the Ipswich GP Training Scheme [which means I am normally not at the practice on Tuesday afternoons], a GP Trainer, a GP Appraiser and a Medical Officer at Newmarket racecourse.

Dr Dipika Thakerar (f)
MB BS (B.J. Med 1984) LRCP MRCS LMSSA Docc.Med MRCGP
After completing my GP training in Surrey, I moved to Ipswich and have been with the practice since 1992. I have seen the Practice progress from Berners Street Surgery to Barrack Lane Medical Centre.

I have an interest in all aspects of the Practice, specifically children, and contraception/maternity care, etc. I enjoy training future doctors. I also work as an Occupational Health Physician at the Ipswich Hospital and get involved with companies dealing with work related problems.

Dr Anthony James Reidy (m)
BM BS (Nottingham 1977) I graduated from Nottingham University Medical School. Worked in Devon for one year before spending six enjoyable years in the Army serving in Germany and Hong Kong. Entered NHS general practice in 1984 and worked in Ipswich Basildon and Lowestoft before joining the Barrack Lane team in 1995. I believe in traditional general practice with the emphasis on continuity of care. Interests outside medicine include football (Charlton Athletic), singing and cycling.

Dr Louise Beale (f)
MB ChB, MRCGP, DFSRH

Dr Louise Beale has joined the Practice as a full time partner and will be working at both Barrack Lane and Stoke Park Medical Centres.

Dr Ehsan Ahmadi (m)

(MBBS) DRCOG FDSRH MRCGP DCH - Dr Ahmadi trained at Istanbul University and registered as a GP in 2004. He is an Associate Trainer and teaches Medical Students from the University of East Anglia. He is also Clinical Lead for the Suffolk Out of Hours Service and has a knowledge of several different languages.

Dr Christopher Uzokwe (m)
MB BS (Lagos 1982) MRCP MRCGP I grew up in Nigeria and Manchester where I still have strong family connections. Graduated from Lagos University and spent 7 yrs post graduate training in the north west region of UK before 5 yrs abroad as a Consultant in Emergency Medicine. Moved to Suffolk in 2000. My surname is not really that strange in Nigeria and in Ipswich, I can boast of 5 patients who address me by my surname! Seriously I do not mind, as Christopher is almost as good!! I really enjoy my work in Primary Care especially the variety and diversity that general practice offers. I have a special interest in Minor Operations, Diabetes, General Medicine and sampling different cultures. I do enjoy my football, travelling, supporting Manchester United and watching my son play hockey and rugby. And of course family life! I have recently changed my working pattern, working 3 days a week on a Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.

Dr Darren West (m)
MB BS (2001) MRCGP I am the youngest and newest permanent addition to the doctors at Barrack Lane Medical Centre. I trained at the Royal London and St Bartholomew’s Medical School. After qualifying in 2001 I spent a year working in London before deciding to move to Ipswich with my wife. After training at Ipswich hospital for 2 years on the GP Training Scheme, I joined Barrack Lane for my final year’s training. I enjoyed working with the staff and patients here so much I decided to stay on permanently after completing my training in 2005. I have not currently developed any areas of special interest. I am happy to see and offer help and advice to any patients either in person or over the telephone.

Dr Penny Newman (f)

Dr_newman MBBS MSc MFPHM MRCGP DRCOG

Dr Newman has been working as a GP in Suffolk for the past three years, having trained in London in 1985 and after working for many years in Public Health. She has a keen interest in women’s health and continues to put her public health knowledge to good use in the course of her work as a Consultant with NHS Suffolk, where she is involved in the commissioning of maternity services and also those for people living with long term conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. When off duty Dr Newman enjoys films, books, eating, running and spending time with her family and friends.

Dr Anila Mamujee (f)
Anila

We are pleased to welcome back Dr Mamujee who has rejoined the Practice as a Salaried GP. Dr Mamujee will be based at Barrack Lane Medical Centre, working two days a week on a Tuesday and Thursday.

Dr Eleanor Twomey (f)

Dr Eleanor Twomey is a GP Speciality Trainee who will be with the practice for one year from August 2012. She is a fully qualified doctor who has had at least two years post qualification experience in hospital medicine and is now in her last year of training to become a General Practitioner. She may sometimes be under supervision by another doctor during consultations or for training purposes. Your consent will always be sought on these occasions.

Dr Lena Waldeire (f)

Dr Lena Waldeire is a GP Speciality Trainee who will be with the practice for six months from February 2013. She is a fully qualified doctor who has had at least two years post qualification experience in hospital medicine and is now in her first year of training to become a General Practitioner. She may sometimes be under supervision by another doctor during consultations or for training purposes. Your consent will always be sought on these occasions.

Nurse Practitioners

Margaret Brett
I qualified as a registered nurse in 1982 and have had very varied nursing experience since this time. I joined the practice in 1996 as a treatment room nurse where I developed a particular interest and expertise in the prevention and management of heart disease. My recent professional development has been to progress to the role of nurse practitioner where I manage both chronic disease and minor illness. This role is well supported by all of the GP's who provide advice and guidance when required.

Matt Brewer
Specialist Nurse Practitioner with BSc (Hons) Nurse Practitioner degree. Trained as an adult nurse in Nottingham and a children's nurse in London. I have worked in Primary and Secondary Care as a Nurse Practitioner and a Paediatric Nurse Practitioner. I have also been a senior nurse and Lecturer/Practitioner in Paediatric and Adult A&E. I am married with two young children

Kellymarie Toussaint (f)

Specialist Nurse Practitioner with BSc (Hons) Nurse Practitioner degree and BSc (Hons) Specialist Practice Degree

I have a vast sphere of knowledge and skills, having worked at West Suffolk Hospital A&E, Riverside Minor Injuries Unit and more recently in the Emergency Department at Ipswich Hospital. I believe in patient centred care with effective communication being essential to provide the best possible care, support and guidance, whilst ensuring "you", the patient, are involved.

I am looking forward to working in General Practice and getting to know each patient as an individual, with my aim being to work together to deliver the best possible care, thus providing a positive patient experience.

Nurses

Marian Carter (f)
I have been a Practice Nurse at Stoke Park Medical Centre for over 20 years. I have a Diploma in Asthma and Diabetes Care. I also hold a Family Planning Certificate. I enjoy caring for people and I am known for being a good phlebotomist. I have also completed a course on Wound Care.

Tina Gipson
I qualified in 1987 from North East Essex School of nursing, and then began working within acute Medicine. I then moved to Ipswich where I worked as a staff Nurse at Ipswich Hospital within care of the elderly, coronary care and endoscopy. In between this I had my two sons, and with family support I was able to continue with my work.

I then decided to change direction, and began work as practice nurse in general practice in Bury St Edmunds. Soon after this I began working at Barrack lane in April 2003. Since then I have completed my Asthma Diploma and generally enjoy all aspects of my work. My outside interests are keeping fit, music, cooking and walking my dog Charlie

Laura Hutton
I have been a practice nurse since 2005. My background was as theatre nurse for 18 years in London, Milton Keynes and East Sussex before moving to Ipswich for my teacher husband’s job. My family, which includes 3 children, are great Arsenal and Ipswich fans and watching them whenever we can is a great passion!

Penny Sibthorp
I qualified in 2001 from the University of Surrey with a BSc (Hons) in Adult Nursing and then began working first in a Medical Assessment Unit and then in Accident and Emergency. After awhile I caught the travelling bug and went to Australia to work for a year. When I returned to the UK I decided not to go back to the hospital but to work within the community as a District Nurse.

In 2005 I began working at Barrack Lane as a Practice Nurse. Since then I have qualified as a nurse prescriber and cover a wide range of clinics but mainly focus on those patients with chronic conditions. I recently completed a physical assessment course, which I am using to develop my skills within minor illness consultations. I really enjoy all aspects of nursing within general practice but my areas of interest are wound management, travel health and diabetes.

Cathryn Silver
Originally from Australia I graduated with a Certificate of General Nursing in 1986. I continued to work and study within hospitals both in the States of South Australia and Tasmania, completing my Certificate in Intensive Care and Midwifery. In 1991 I decided to combine my desire to travel and my nursing career, hence travelled to London for a two year working holiday. I spent a further three years in Saudi Arabia before returning to Ipswich in 1996. I have continued to study and to work, completing my Diploma of Applied Science (Nursing) I worked both in the NHS and Private hospitals before undertaking my position at Barrack Lane as a Practice Nurse in 2004.

I undertake various tasks as part of a nursing team and have interests in Diabetes and Smoking Cessation. I am currently undertaking further study to complete my Degree of Applied Science (Adult Nursing)

Healthcare Assistants

We have two Health Care Assistants, Julia Johnson and Donna Munson. They hold clinics at both surgeries and you can see them for blood tests, blood pressure checks and health checks

Practice Management

Penny Ashbee
Practice Manager

Having been with the Practice for more than 30 years I have seen many changes. My role throughout the years has been very varied but has always been exciting and challenging! I have come to know many patients personally over the years, watching some of them grow up and go on to have families of their own.

The Practice team strive to provide a high standard of service. As the Practice Manager I oversee the day to day running of the practice which includes liaising with the Primary Care Trust [PCT], health care professionals including our own doctors and nurses, administrative staff and of course dealing with all aspects of patient care. I also have a strategic planning role together with the partners.

Lynn Burt
Administration Manager

Having moved to East Anglia, leaving behind a career in a corporate environment, I joined the Practice in 2005 and have taken the role of Administration Manager. I deputise for the Practice Manager whenever she is absent and find that many of the skills I acquired in my corporate working life now have a use in general practice.

My role involves communicating and interacting with patients, staff and the Primary Health Care Team [PHCT] and I get great satisfaction from resolving any problems that they may have. I also deal with any formal complaints that are made. It is a pleasure to work alongside such a committed, professional and caring practice team.

Administration

The Practice Secretarial and Administration Team Provide support to the doctors and manage referrals and requests made under the Freedom of Information Act. Responsbilities include the vital job of making sure accurate data is added to all your computerised clinical record and booking your appointments at the hospital via the computerised Choose and Book system.

Reception

Reception Team
Our Reception Staff are the lynch-pins of our team. They have the tremendously difficult job of making sure you see, speak to, or contact the member of the practice team you need to. As we actually offer nearly a 1000 appoinments per week they have to be incredibly efficient especially as they also have to help you with prescriptions and test results. They also scan the hundreds of letters we receive each week onto the computer.

Pharmacists

Barrack Lane Medical Centre is not a dispensing practice but works closely with local pharmacies to ensure that you receive your prescriptions promptly.

Community Midwives

Jenny and Karen
Our two midwives do a fantastic job in providing high quality, caring and pragmatic ante-natal care for our pregnant ladies at the practice. They are also often present on the maternity unit to deliver your baby in person!

Community Nurses

The District Nursing Team are a small team who provide nursing care for the adult housebound patients registered at the Practice. They are employed Suffolk Community Healthcare.They provide a service 7 days a week, 365 days of the year. You can contact their service via the reception staff during surgery hours. A member of the team will then contact you to discuss your nursing needs.

Health Visitors

We have 2 Health Visitors, one based at Whitton Clinic for Barrack Lane Patients and one based at Chantry Clinic for Stoke Park Patients.

If you have any concerns regarding problems with your child’s behaviour, eating or sleeping patterns, toileting, speech or language development, the Health Visitors can be contacted on 01473 242159 for Barrack Lane patients and 01473 604204 for Stoke Park patients.

Counsellors

The IAPT team work alongside Barrack Lane and will be offering low intensity and high intensity psychological interventions. The low intensity work includes support, advice and guidance based on cognitive behavioural therapy as well as encouragement and monitoring, using self help techniques. This approach is offered for up to six sessions. The high intensity work offers one to one cognitive behavioural therapy usually on a weekly basis for up to 20 sessions depending on the severity of the condition. Cognitive behavioural therapy is an approach based on making the links between our ‘thoughts, feelings and behaviour’. The aim being to break the cycles that maintain a problem.

Noticeboard

Online Services I f you would like to register for our Online Services where you can book or cancel an appointment online, or request a repeat prescription, please ask at reception.

Out of Hours
For urgent advice after the surgery has closed, during the night and at weekends dial 111 for the Out of Hours Service for Suffolk. Calls to this service are free of charge from both landlines and mobiles.

Test Results
Specimens need to be dropped in at the reception desk by 12 noon so that we can send the samples off to the laboratories. Please ring for results after 2.30pm when the surgery is less busy.

Cancelling your Appointment
If you are unable to attend an appointment with one of the doctors or nurses, please telephone or use the link at the bottom of this page to cancel your appointment.

You can also text us to cancel your appointment on: 07757 006431 Barrack Lane

07757 006363

Stoke Park

By giving us as much notice as you can you are helping us to make sure that someone else is given your slot.

Further Information

Patient Participation Group