MBChB MRCGP DCH DRCOG DFFP

Dr Whitworth qualified from Leeds University in 1992. She has been a GP since 1998, working in a large local practice until moving to New Longton Surgery in 2015. She took over as principal GP in April 2017 and is the CQC "registered manager".

Being a local resident herself, Dr Whitworth enjoys the challenge of practising medicine in a small, busy village surgery, as well as being committed to her managerial responsibilities.  Dr Whitworth is an extremely professional, dedicated and personable clinician who strives to provide the highest standard of care for all the patients.

MBBS BSc MRCGP DFFP

Dr Grice graduated from The Royal Free Hospital in 1999. She has been a GP since 2005, joining the team at New Longton in the summer of 2017. 

Dr Grice is also extremely dedicated to New Longton practice and all the patients.  A truly professional GP with an approachable and friendly manner, Dr Grice consistently provides excellent advise and care.

Corrie is our advanced nurse practitioner, she joins us in the surgery every Tuesday. She can diagnose and prescribe for a wide range of conditions! 

We have one Practice nurse who works closely with the doctors and who is trained to do an extensive number of procedures and tests.  Monday and Friday are the days appointments may be booked with the nurse.  The nurse may work alongside the doctor, for example assisting in procedures, or work alone in screening clinics, asthma and diabetes clinics etc.  You may book directly with the nurse for such services as  immunisations, cervical smears, medical advice etc. 

Lindsey joined the team in October 2019 as Practice Nurse.  Appointments can be made with Lindsey for Chronic disease annual reviews, cervical screening, baby vaccinations and checks, some travel vaccinations.

Naga is a First Contact Physiotherapists(FCP).  FCP's use their expertise to triage, assess, diagnose and manage musculoskeletal problems and related conditions. Early intervention from a physiotherapist can help to prevent chronic musculoskeletal issues and promote self-management, first contact physiotherapist Will is able to administer exercise & injection therapy and refer onto primary community and secondary health care services using his expert judgement.

The Phlebotomist runs the blood clinic every Wednesday morning from 8.30am solely to take blood tests, no other procedures can be done at this time.

Debbie joined the practice in June 2023.  She has over 30 years experience of working for the NHS in general practice and has recently worked at a large local surgery.  Debbie is committed to ensuring that the practice continues to provide an excellent, caring service.

Our Practice Manager is willing to help you with any administrative or non-medical aspects of your health and treatment.  She is also available, by appointment, to discuss any suggestions, which may improve our service to you.

Emily commenced employment with the surgery in April 2018 having previously worked with NHS 111. She is now Reception Manager.

All the staff are here to try and help you and are pleased to do so.  Reception is your link with the rest of the practice.  You may be required to supply medical details in order for the team to work effectively, knowing at all times they are working under the instructions of the doctors.  All information supplied is treated in confidence and all the staff are bound by the same codes of conduct as the doctors and nurse.  The more information you are able give to reception the better the staff will be able to assist you.

Wendy joined the practice in May 2023.  She has many years previous experience in general practice.

Kate joined the surgery August 2021 as a  receptionist and providing care navigation.

Samantha joined the practice in May 2023. 

Emma is our medicines coordinator who works alongside the clinical team at New Longton.

Gemma is the Clinical Pharmacist for New Longton surgery.  Gemma carries out medication reviews and gives advise to patients via telephone consultations. 

Telephone: 01772 644789

Your Health Visitor will be able to give advice especially regarding children; the Health Visitor is also in attendance at the Baby Clinic.