GP Partners
DR SRI ARAVINDHAN
Female
MBChB DFFP DRCOG
Dr Aravindhan graduated from Birmingham Medical School and has been a partner at Glebelands practice since 2003.
She has a special interest in Women's Health and Mental Health.
She teaches junior doctors and medical students. She is also the learning disability lead and PCN Lead for the practice.
She is passionate about promoting mental well-being and enjoys the variety and holistic aspect of General Practice. She is fluent in Tamil.
Outside of work she likes playing badminton and cooking.
DR ABHISHEK BARI
Male
MRCGP UK (2009), MBBS, DRCOG, PG Diploma in Diabetes
Dr Bari has a special interest and a post graduate qualification in Diabetes.
He performs therapeutic joint injections.
Cardiology and Acute medicine are his other areas of special interest.
Dr Bari is an accredited GP Trainer for the local GP training scheme and a GP appraiser.
He is also crazy about Cricket
Salaried GPs
DR JULIA BUNNEY
Female
MRCGP, MBBCh, DRCOG, BSc
Dr Bunney graduated from Cardiff University Medical School in 2014 and has a BSc in Psychology in Medicine. She has a special interest in women’s health and looks after our nursing home residents. In her spare time she enjoys running and yoga.
DR BUNNEY IS CURRENTLY ON MATERNITY LEAVE
DR LAUREN BOLT
Female
MBBS Bsc DRCOG MRCGP UK (2016)
Dr Bolt grew up locally and graduated from King's College London. She has been working locally as a GP since 2016. Her special interests are Women's health and medical education. She has worked in community gynaecology and is currently undertaking the BMS Management of Menopause Certificate. She teaches medical students at Queen Mary University of London and in the practice. Being a mum of two young boys, she is now becoming a specialist in Lego and also enjoys reformer pilates in her spare time.
DR MEI LIN KHAW
Female
Dr Khaw graduated from Barts & The London in 2008 and has worked in various hospitals and general practices in London. She has also worked overseas for several years and is fluent in Mandarin. She is a Christian, enjoys long walks and is especially fond of dogs.
Dr Khaw is looking after our care home residents whilst Dr Bunney is on maternity leave.
GP Registrars
DR TOMMY SUTTON
Male
MB BChir (Dist.), MA (Cantab)
Dr Sutton grew up locally and graduated from Peterhouse, Cambridge in 2020, completing both his pre-clinical and clinical studies there. He then returned to London to work at both Barts Health NHS Trust and University College London Hospital, where he completed the majority of his GP training. In his free time, Dr Sutton enjoys time with his wife and son or walking his Labrador, Rory, in Epping forest.
DR ANDREW BUTLER
Male
BMBS, BSc
Dr Butler is currently in his third and final year of GP speciality training. Dr Butler has spent time in CAMHS, Palliative Care and Endocrinology as part of his GP training programme. Dr Butler is currently learning German (A1) and has done so for the past two years. He enjoys gardening and swimming in his spare time.
The Nursing Team
Our Nursing team can help you with a variety of health issues.
Our two Practice Nurses and our Advanced Health Care Assistant (AHCA) run review clinics for long-term health conditions such as Asthma, Hypertension and Diabetes. If you have any of these conditions, you will be invited in for review every year, to monitor your symptoms.
Anyone joining the practice has a 20 minute New Patient Check with a member of the nursing team, in order to complete their registration with the surgery. They are all qualified to complete your NHS Health Check, monitor your Blood Pressure as well as offer Weight Management and Healthy Living Advice. As a team they can all also help with any Post-Operative Wound Care, Removals of Stitches and Change of Dressings.
The whole team are also the queens of flu season, giving Flu Jabs and Covid Boosters to those who are eligible.
In terms of Women's Health, our nurses also carry out routine Cervical Screening (Smear) Tests and give Long Term Contraception Injections. They also give routine Childhood Immunisations, Immunisations for Pregnant Women, Pneumonia Vaccinations, as well as NHS eligible Travel Immunisations for all the family.
Julie (AHCA) is our Lead Phlebotomist. If you need to have your blood taken, this must be done during morning clinic. Julie also assists the GPs with Over 75’s Health Checks, Cancer Care Reviews, Mental Health Reviews and Carers Support.
Clinical Pharmacist
Their role is to work directly with clinicians, other health professionals, and patients to ensure that the medications prescribed for patients are safe and effective. Overall, contributing to enhanced patient health outcomes and overall quality of primary care services.
Responsibilities Outlined:
• Provide a consistent process of patient care that ensures the appropriateness, effectiveness, and safety of the patient’s medication use. This is through conducting comprehensive medication reviews (SMR’s).
• Consults with the patient’s physicians and other health care providers to develop and implement a medication plan that can meet the overall goals of patient care established by their health care team.
• Collaborate with patients to address any concerns, side effects, or difficulties related to their medications. Providing recommendations for medication adjustments, additions, or discontinuations (as needed).
• Educate patients on their medications, including proper administration, potential side effects, and the importance of adherence.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of protocols and guidelines to enhance medication safety.
First Contact Physiotherapist (FCPs)
A First Contact Physiotherapist is for patients experiencing any musculoskeletal (MKS) issues without having approached their GP first. They are an in-house specialist physiotherapist service that plays a pivotal role in the early assessment, diagnosis, and management of patients with MSK conditions. They provide a faster and expert diagnosis that may include referrals to hospital services, ordering tests and writing prescriptions. Their role is to help patients improve their mobility and regain their independence/confidence after an injury or operation, or as a result of ageing or a disability.
Responsibilities Outlined:
• FCPs will assess patients, diagnose, treat, and manage musculoskeletal (MSK) problems and undifferentiated conditions (where a patient attends an appointment to be diagnosed for the first time).
• Provides patients with direct access to physiotherapists, without the need for a prior assessment or referral from a GP.
• Develop personalised treatment plans, incorporating evidence-based physiotherapy interventions to address patients' specific needs.
• Educate patients about their musculoskeletal conditions, providing information on causes, prevention, and self-management strategies.
• Collaborate with patients to set realistic goals for recovery and improvement.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, this may include GPs and other specialists, to facilitate timely referrals when necessary.
• Prescribe therapeutic exercises to improve strength, flexibility, and overall functional capacity.
REETI SINGH
I have completed graduation in physiotherapy from Uttar Pradesh, India (2013). I also pursued and earned a master's degree in musculoskeletal physiotherapy in 2015, further establishing my expertise in the management of musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions. My professional journey is marked by extensive experience in the management of patients with MSK issues. My commitment to improving patients' quality of life has been a driving force in my career. In February 2023, I moved to the United Kingdom, settling in London, a city I have grown to love. I currently work as First contact physiotherapist in primary care and visit different GP surgeries in Woodford area. If you would like to know what to expect from a first contact physiotherapy consult please follow the link to know more (https://vimeo.com/574370220 ). I aspire to become an independent non-medical prescriber which would expand my skill set and benefit patients. Outside of my professional life, I have a passion for badminton and enjoy playing this regularly, additionally I am a big fan of watching cricket, an avid food enthusiast and enjoy exploring new cuisines along with being a decent cook myself. If you are dealing with any musculoskeletal issues, please book an appointment with me and I will be happy to help.
Practice Management
STEFFI FISHER
Steffi joined the practice in 2011 and has been Practice Manager since 2012. She has a background in Finance, having worked as a Fund Manager in the City previously. Her main role at Glebelands is keeping the GPs in order and maintaining our high standards. She loves to travel, enjoys cooking and watching sport. She is also a theatre buff and a loyal Spurs fan, and keeps fit by playing as much golf as General Practice will allow!
Medical Secretary
JO RUTHERFORD - MEDICAL SECRETARY
Reception and Admin Team
AMANDA HAINES - GP ASSISTANT
SIMONE ODERINDE
Senior Administrator
LIZZIE CANE RECEPTIONIST/ADMIN
Female
BOBBIE-LEE ALLEN/ADMINISTRATOR
Female
ROSEMARIE MOZHOWYI - RECEPTIONIST
JANE HARVEY - RECEPTION/ADMIN
ABIDAH BEGUM - RECEPTIONIST/ADMIN
JANE MATTHEWS - RECEPTION/ADMIN
Social Prescriber
The Social Prescriber Link Worker specialises in connecting patients with non-medical resources and community based support. They are a vital member of the healthcare team, dedicated to understanding patients social, emotional and lifestyle needs through establishing a relationship built on trust and open communication. Their role is to provide a personalised care approach for patients navigating through the vast array of social support services. Overall, their role aims to improve patient’s health and well-being and to enhance their quality of life aiding in the development of resilience within oneself.
• Conducts holistic assessments that explores what matters to the patient and supports people to unpick complex social issues affecting their health and wellbeing. Examples include, housing, employment, social isolation or financial concerns.
• Help connect people to community groups and help the person to develop skills, friendships and resilience.
• Acts as a bridge between healthcare providers and community organisations, ensuring a seamless flow of information and support.
• Empower patients to take an active role in managing the factors effecting their social and/or lifestyle.
• Provide emotional support and encouragement to patients as they navigate social challenges.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress and adjust social prescriptions as needed.
• Track and monitor patient engagement with prescribed social activities and resources.
• Evaluate the impact of social prescriptions on patient well-being and provide feedback to the healthcare team.
Care Co-Ordinator
The Care Coordinator plays a crucial role in ensuring seamless and coordinated care for patients. Their role is to act as a liaison between patients, healthcare providers and other services. The Care Coordinator provides a personalised care approach for patients, optimising patient care experiences, supporting patients who are not confident or able to navigate support independently, contributing to improvements in patient health outcomes throughout their healthcare journey. Their role is essential in fostering positive health outcomes and empowering patients to make informed decisions/actively participate in their own care.