Business Details
29 Years
experience
Your Trusted NHS Medical Practice in Teddington
Thameside Medical Practice has been serving the Teddington community since 1997, providing comprehensive NHS healthcare services. Our team of experienced GPs and healthcare professionals delivers patient-centred care across a wide range of medical needs, from routine check-ups to specialised services like travel vaccinations and mental health support. We prioritise accessibility through extended weekday hours and online patient portals for prescription management and appointment booking. Our practice maintains strong partnerships with local community health services to ensure seamless care coordination. We continually invest in staff development to maintain clinical excellence while adhering to NHS quality standards.Our facilities support both in-person consultations and remote triage systems for timely medical advice. We actively engage in preventive healthcare initiatives and patient education programs. The practice welcomes new patients within and beyond our core catchment area, maintaining flexibility in service delivery. Our commitment to transparency is demonstrated through clear communication channels and published operational policies. We value patient feedback to continually improve our services and address community healthcare needs effectively.
Services
General Practice
Mental Health Support
Travel Vaccinations
Physiotherapy Referrals
Child Immunisations
Smoking Cessation
Contraceptive Services
Flu Vaccinations
Phlebotomy Services
Health Screenings
Details
- Year established: 1997
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of NHS primary care experience in Teddington
- Our team includes GPs with specialist qualifications in family planning and women's health
- We provide extended weekday appointment hours until 8pm
- Our practice maintains direct links with local community health services
- We guarantee online access to medical records and prescription management
What people say
Excellent doctors
Quick online access
Thorough consultations
Friendly staff
Comprehensive care
Services
General Practice
Our core general practice services include routine check-ups, chronic disease management, and acute illness consultations. Patients access care through online triage systems or pre-booked appointments. The service caters to all age groups with continuity of care from registered GPs.
Mental Health Support
We provide mental health assessments, anxiety and depression management, and crisis support referrals. Our GPs collaborate with specialist mental health teams for comprehensive care. The service includes access to local wellbeing resources and 24/7 crisis helplines.
Travel Vaccinations
Pre-travel health consultations assess vaccination requirements based on destination-specific risks. We administer required vaccines and provide malaria prophylaxis where needed. Patients must book appointments at least six weeks before departure for optimal protection.
Physiotherapy Referrals
Self-referral options available for muscle and joint conditions including back pain and sports injuries. Our physiotherapists provide rehabilitation programs and posture assessments. Urgent cases with neurological symptoms require prior GP consultation.
Child Immunisations
We follow NHS childhood immunisation schedules with appointments for babies and young children. The service includes catch-up vaccinations and parental education about vaccine safety. Post-natal check-ups combine mother and baby assessments in dedicated 50-minute slots.
People
Dr Nicola Bignell
Partner GP
Registered GP since 1997 with specialist interests in women's health and family planning. Provides clinical leadership three days weekly while maintaining direct patient care.
Dr Chloe Zeffert-Anderson
Partner GP
Experienced GP with dual qualifications in sexual health. Specialises in contraceptive services and adolescent healthcare. Contributes to medical student teaching programs.
Dr Maria V. Montero
Partner GP
Paediatric specialist with additional qualifications in child health. Leads immunisation programs and developmental assessments. Provides continuity of care for family groups.
Dr Shiv Verma
GP
General practice specialist focusing on chronic disease management. Implements evidence-based approaches to diabetes and respiratory conditions. Available three days weekly.
Dr Jennifer Lamond
Partner GP
Senior GP with 25+ years' experience in Teddington. Specialises in elderly care and complex case management. Oversees quality assurance programs for clinical procedures.
Questions
How do I register with the practice?
Complete online registration if within our catchment area. Non-residents must meet specific criteria and provide ID documentation.
What services require advance booking?
Travel vaccinations, post-natal check-ups, and specialist referrals need advance scheduling through our online system.
How do I order repeat prescriptions?
Use NHS App, Patient Access app, or pharmacy requests. Allow three working days for processing without phone follow-ups.
Are home visits available?
Home visits are for housebound patients only. GPs assess clinical necessity before scheduling visits during standard working hours.
What mental health support exists?
We provide crisis referrals to specialist teams, local wellbeing services, and collaborative care plans with community mental health providers.
How are urgent appointments handled?
Submit online forms before 6pm for same-day triage. After-hours emergencies contact NHS 111 or use designated out-of-hours services.
