MB BS (1996) BSc (1991) DRCOG (1998) DFFP (1998) MRCGP (2007) GMC 4306542

I qualified from King’s College hospital in 1996 and since that time I have lived and worked in Devon. I am married to George who is a local GP in Barnstaple and we have three children, Molly, Emily and Toby. I have a keen interest in education, I am now a trainer of new GPs. In my spare time I enjoy walking, cycling, body boarding and gardening as well as my annual skiing trip

BSc (Hons) 1991 MB ChB (Glasgow 1993) DTMH (1995) MRCP (UK) 1999 MRCGP (2005) GMC 4014610 

After a career in hospital medicine culminating in the field of infectious diseases in Australia, I transferred to the North Devon general practice experience, which I love. I have particular interests in prescribing, child safeguarding as well as cardiology issues.

When I am not busy with the delights and demands of my lovely family of wife and three daughters, I enjoy sailing, canoeing, surfing and discovering new aspects of our beautiful area’s natural and cultural history. I am attempting to learn the piano.

MB CHB (Bristol 2006) BA Hons (Leeds 1998) DFSRH (2010) MRCGP (UK) 2011 GMC 6145619 

After a French and Philosophy degree in Leeds I spent several years living abroad, teaching English. Eventually, I decided to become a doctor.

After finishing medical school in Bristol I came straight down to North Devon, now my adopted home.I joined The Wooda Surgery as a partner in 2012.

Dr Jess Danielson and I were married in 2015 and now job share at the practice.

I have an interest in medical education and help train new local doctors. I'm also interested in how we organise healthcare locally and am the Clinical Manager for the practice.

Surfing, cycling, swimming and yoga keep me busy outside of work. But I’m often found to be found propping UP the counter of a local café, with a coffee, and my nose deep in a book.

BMedSci (Hons) BMBS MRCGP DRCOG DFSRH PGC (MedEd) GMC 7015833 

I am originally from North Devon, and am really pleased to be working in an area I really love. Having trained at the Wooda Surgery, working here as a GP with the team of wonderful staff we have is great. I have additional training in contraception and sexual health, including treatment of the menopause. Outside of work, I am married to Dr Perrin, and we spend our time enjoying the beautiful coast on our doorstep.

Dr Penny Martin and Dr Sarah Cooke will be looking after Dr Danielson's patients whilst on maternity leave

MbCHB DRCOG MRCGP

I grew up in the deep dark valleys of South Wales but manage to cross the Severn Bridge and study medicine at Bristol University.  

I love to travel and since being qualified, have enjoyed working in Australia and spending time in Asia, New Zealand and, most recently, South America.

When I am not working I enjoy cycling, sea swimming and singing (usually whilst cycling and swimming!)

I was born and raised in Barnstaple, and since completing my training in Durham in 2015, my wife and I have been very excited to move back closer to our families, and the beaches!

Outside of work I enjoy spending time with my wife and daughter; I play basketball with the North Devon team and enjoy playing bass guitar and piano. 

I am really looking forward to starting work with the great team here at The Wooda and am excited about getting to know my new patients.

BSc (Hons) MBBS MRCGP

While I was completing my GP training here in beautiful North Devon, I really fell in love with the area and its diverse community - so I decided to stay! When I'm not at my desk in the Wooda Surgery, I can be found either at the stove working on my latest culinary creation, or traipsing across Exmoor with my camera in tow. I've really enjoyed getting to know Bideford and my patients, and I am looking forward to being part of the Wooda team for many years to come.

I moved down to north Devon in the summer of 2011 and have done all I can to stay ever since! Having studied at University College London and then Warwick Medical School I felt very lucky to be able to start my medical career by the sea, and in a place where I grew up visiting my grandparents. I am delighted and very proud to be The Wooda Surgery's latest partnership addition and look forward to many happy years here.

Outside of work I love the outdoors, fitness, and yoga. I live in beautiful Appledore with my partner Aubrey who is also a doctor.

 RGN (1983) Diploma Healthcare (1994) ENB 928 Diabetes (1996) Asthma Diploma (1996). BSc (Hons) (1999). Nurse Prescriber (2004) Postgrad. Diploma with RCN Nurse Practitioner Diploma (2006) I moved to North Devon with my husband in 1985. We have two daughters. Since qualifying I have worked in ophthalmology, gynaecology, outpatients, as a community nurse and for Devon Doctors out of hour’s service. I joined Wooda Surgery practice nurse team in 1994 and since then have undertaken further training to develop my role as a nurse practitioner. I am particularly interested in Diabetes, Hypertension, Asthma and minor illness.

Diploma of Higher Education Nursing (RN) 2002, BSc Community Health Care Nursing – District Nurse Specialist 2006, Post Graduate Certificate in Advanced Healthcare practice (Year 1) 2009.

I have been qualified since 2002 as a registered nurse (R/N). I have a background in urology (Royal Devon and Exeter) and general surgery (NDDH). I have worked as a community nurse and have a specialist qualification in district nursing. I began practice nursing in 2004, I joined Northam Surgery in 2007 and the team at Wooda in 2009. In 2009 I qualified as an independent nurse prescriber. I am currently undergoing further study to obtain my nurse practitioner qualification. I have special interest in minor illness and men's health.

Practice Nurse RGN 1988, Return to Practice 2014 I have lived in North Devon most of my life apart from a short stint in Canada and have recently returned to practice after a twelve year break in my nursing career to raise our five children. My previous nursing history includes Practice Nurse in Torrington, ten years in A&E at NDDH also Theatre Recovery, Day Surgery and Trauma Orthopeadics. I joined the Wooda Surgery in November 2014 and am looking forward to working with this wonderful team. I am currently enrolled on the Foundation Course for Practice Nurses to further develop my skills.

Practice Nurse

Adult Nursing BSc (Honours)

I am a newly qualified nurse but have worked in health care for the last 10 years. My partner and I have 2 sons and have lived in Devon all our lives with no plans to leave! I have chosen to come straight to practice nursing as I wanted to be a part of the continuity of care and build a real relationship with the patients. I am looking forward to working within the Wooda community.​

Managing Partner

Sam Shortridge, Managing Partner is responsible for the non-medical and strategic aspects of the practice and the finances of the business.  She also leads the management team. We are always keen to improve the services offered to patients, please ask a member of the management team if you have any queries or comments on the service you have received.

Practice Manager

Our Practice Manager looks after all of the operational elements of the practice and Human Resources.

Reception Manager

Our Reception Manager is currently on maternity leave.

Finance Administrator

Gemma Jones, our Finance Administrator is responsible for the financial monitoring of the practice.

The Administration Team help keep the practice functioning, they process all of the referrals, manage incoming patient records, ensure patients are called for annual reviews, keep our premises in order and keep us stocked up with all sorts of supplies.

Admin / Finance Clerk

Secretary

Personnel and Management Assistant

Reception Manager

Two teams of community staff work with the Wooda team. Please see full details below. Please always contact these teams on their direct lines.

Midwives

Direct Line 01237 427806

Midwives in North Devon work in teams (ours is called Torridge) covering community and hospital care. Women are allocated a named midwife, who will give continuity of care and discuss choices available to you.

The midwives are available for informed discussions around becoming pregnant (pre-conceptual care) and any concerns you have when you are pregnant. If you wish, you may telephone on their direct number, 01237 427806. They are responsible for the care of pregnant women and their families and work with the doctors when medical support is needed. One of the team will care for you in labour whenever possible. They visit up to 28 days after birth, helping you to adjust to parenthood and work closely with the health visiting service.

District Nursing Service

Direct Line 01237 427815

Julie Utley SEN (1982), Diploma in Orthopaedics (1983), RGN (1999)

Jane Bennett Dip Nursing studies RN (2013)

Ana Dobrescu Senior Healthcare Assistant

The district nursing team provides a wide range of nursing care for patients at home who are unable to travel to the surgery due to their medical condition, or when the delivery of nursing care may be more appropriate in the patient’s home.

They assess, give advice and support to patients and carers, to enable them to remain independent at home. The services they provide include nursing care, wound care assessments and treatment, palliative and terminal care, chronic disease management, continence assessment, advice about continence, health promotion and the promotion of self-care. They promote independence by working alongside other agencies including social services and care agencies.

Out-of-Hours District Nursing Service

If you need to contact the district nursing service after 5.00pm Monday to Friday, please telephone111 for the NHS111 service.