Practice Team

Doctors

Dr Asoka Wijayawickrama (m)
Partner - MBBS, MRCS, MRCGP, PGDipDE, PGDipEN, PGCert in Education, DipOccMed

I graduated at Kings College, London and undertook surgical training becoming a member of the Royal College of Surgeons, England. I decided to become a GP and finished my training in 2006. I have since undertaken further training in diabetes, endocrinology and ENT. I teach medical students in the practice, a trainer for the London Deanery and an examiner for Imperial College Medical School. As from August 2018 I have been appointed as a Programme Director – GP training for the Hillingdon GP Training Scheme. In November 2023 I completed the Diploma in Occupational Medicine.

Dr Mitesh Kakad (m)
Partner - MBBS, BSc, MRCGP

I graduated with my medical degree from King’s College London in 2007. I completed my GP training in 2012, and I have been at Southcote Clinic since 2021. I enjoy all aspects of General Practice and I have a particular interest in Diabetes.

Dr Kavleen Arora (f)
GP retainer -MBBS, BSc, MRCGP (2016), DRCOG - Currently on maternity leave until December 2024

I graduated from University College London in 2011, completed GP training in 2016 and subsequently worked across practices in London and the home counties. More recently I have worked in a specialist role focusing on older adults and within research. I re-joined Southcote clinic in 2022 and currently work on Thursday and Friday mornings.

Dr Mathura Thavendran (f)
Salaried GP -BSc MBBS MRCGP

I qualified from Imperial College London in 2016 and went on to complete my foundation training in Leicester and Northampton. I completed my GP training in Hillingdon.
After spending 6 great months here during my training scheme in 2019, I returned to Southcote clinic as a Salaried GP in October 2024. I currently work at the practice all day on Tuesdays and Fridays.

Dr Helena O’Driscoll (f)
Regular Locum GP - Bsc, MBchB, MRCGP, DCH, DFFP, DRCOG

I graduated and gained my medical degree in 2003. I have special interests in women’s, children’s health and family planning and have gained diplomas in these over the past few years. I also teach medical students within the practice. I currently work Thursday afternoons.

Kerry Schmidt (f)
Advanced Clinical Practitioner (ACP)

Kerry qualified as a registered nurse in 2010 and have worked in a variety of setting including ITU, Recovery and Health Visiting Centre. She joined our practice in 2021 and is working towards Masters level in clinical practice. Advanced Clinical Practitioners have an authority to make autonomous decisions in the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients. Kerry is trained in managing minor illnesses and providing heal and wellbeing advice. You can see Kerry for a range of common conditions and minor illnesses such as:
- MSK pains
- Sore throat, coughs and colds
- Earache
- Cystitis
- Skin problems
- Eye problems
Kerry is also covering nursing duties when required.

Nursing Team

Elaine Ward, RN (f)
Practice Nurse

I have diplomas in Asthma Care, Heart Disease, Diabetes, Well Woman’s Healthcare, Family Planning and Cytology as well as extensive training in immunisation. I also provide a wide range of services including child health, chronic disease care, family planning, cytology, wound care and foreign travel/immunisations advice. Clinics with Elaine are run on Monday afternoon, Wednesdays and Fridays.

Natalie Roe (f)
Healthcare Assistant (HCA)

Natalie joined our practice in 2021 and is assisting our Practice Nurse in the delivery of nursing duties. Clinics with Natalie run on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Debbie (f)
Phlebotomist

Debbie joined our practice in the beginning of 2023 and is running phlebotomy clinics on Tuesdays.

Practice Team

Magda Mazus
Practice Manager

Helen Green
Business/Finance Manager

Shirley Clarke
Medical Secretary

Danuta
Reception Supervisor/Administrator

Marie
Receptionist

Jane
Receptionist

Laxmi
Receptionist

Viviana
Receptionist

Training practice

We are a training practice and will from time to time have students training alongside our GP’s from Imperial College – 1st, 2nd, 3rd & 5th year. We also train Junior Doctors.

We fully understand that there may be times when you would prefer not to meet students. Please let us know straight away. It will not affect your treatment in any way.