Our Staff

Doctors

DR ADAM BENNION

Partner - MBBS London, MRCGP, MRCP (UK), BSc (Hons), PGCert, Qualified 2003, Imperial College School of Medicine

Having completed a Hospital Medical rotation followed by Paediatrics and A&E attachments in London, Dr Bennion completed his GP training on the Tunbridge Wells Vocational Training Scheme and subsequently joined Saxonbury House in September 2009. He is interested in all aspects of General Practice, with a particular emphasis on teaching, having been accredited as a GP Tutor in 2016. He is a proud father of two girls and a keen musician and sportsman- particularly running.

DR SUSAN PADGHAM

Senior Partner - MBBS (Lond) BSc (Hons) MRCGP DRCOG DFFP

Qualified 2002 Imperial College School Medicine, University of London having previously gained a Bachelor of Science in pharmacology at King's College. Qualified 2002 Imperial College School Medicine, University of London having previously gained a Bachelor of Science in pharmacology at Kings College. Joined the practice in 2007. Enjoys all aspects of medicine but has a particular interest in women's and children's health. Has undertaken training in Colposcopy as a specialist interest at the Chelsea and Westminster Hospital London. She is a proud mother of two girls and a keen musician and sportswoman.

DR FRAN SNEDDON

Partner - BSc MBBS MRCP MRCGP PGCert Qualified 1987 The London Hospital.

Dr Sneddon joined the practice in 1996 and her interests include medical education and is responsible for training future GPs. She has five children, enjoys general practice and is a keen sportswoman.

DR WESLEIGH MULDER

Partner - MBBS Bsc MRCGP DFSRH Qualified 2007 Kings College London

Dr Mulder joined the practice as an associate Doctor in 2013 and subsequently became a principal Doctor in April 2015. He has a specialist interest in sexual health offering a full range of contraceptive services including the implant and coils. He also enjoys leading the diabetic services within the practice.

DR REBECCA SMITH

DR SUSHMA GURUNG

Nurse Practitioners

ALISON CANTWELL

Alison is a very experience Emergency Nurse Practitioner who has worked in other local surgeries and Crowborough War Memorial Hospital. She will be running a triage clinic every morning and can prescribe medication herself, so you don't have to wait for a doctor to sign when necessary.

Nurses

Our practice nurses and healthcare assistant see patients by appointment. The Nursing team as a whole is experienced in taking blood samples, wound care, ear syringing, routine blood pressure checks, injections, undertaking electrocardiograms, health checks and INR clinics, using a point of care machine. All trained nurses are qualified in cervical cytology, travel, child immunisations and chronic disease management and run clinic's here at the practice. Family planning and sexual health advice and clinics are also offered. The practice is a yellow fever vaccinating centre and two of the nursing team are qualified to vaccinate people against this.

FFION JONES

CARMEL TAYLOR

MICHELLE EDMONDS

Healthcare Assistants

JAN GALE

JOYCE SABADO

SALLY STONE

Practice Management

IAN GIBSON

CLAIRE JOANNOU

Administration

The practice employs a skilled team of practice staff including an assistant practice manager, two clinical coders and note summarisers, a team of receptionists and two secretaries to deal with your enquiries and requests as efficiently as possible whilst respecting your confidentiality.

Reception

LIZ WALTERS

Joint Patient Services Manager

Oversees our dedicated Patient Services team who perform a variety of roles.

Community Nurses

The community team of nurses care for patients who need nursing at home and are based at Grove House, Crowborough. They can usually be contacted by leaving a message at reception or by calling the surgery on 01892 603131.

Health Visitors

There are health visitors who cover the practice. They have special responsibilities to mothers and children and are based at Grove House, Crowborough. You may contact Grove House by ringing 01892 669393.