Dr Phillip Jennison (partner)

MBChB (Leeds 1975)

Originally from East Yorkshire, I came to Huddersfield to work as junior hospital doctor at the Royal Infirmary and do training for General Practice, eventually coming to work as a trainee GP in this practice, which I joined full time in 1979.

I spent many years working as a GP Trainer and subsequently teaching undergraduates in the practice until pressures of time made this impossible.

For the last 8 years I have worked as a Clinical Assistant in the local genito-urinary clinic for one session per week. This area of medicine remains of special interest to me.

I feel privileged to live and work in this community and the wonderful countryside and enjoy working in my garden whenever time and weather allow.

Dr Nicholas Martin (partner)

BM BS (Nottingham 1980)
My junior doctor experience was mainly in Huddersfield - eventually training as a GP here in Holmfirth. I joined the practice as a full time partner in 1985 and now work 3/4 time. Happily married to Dr Manning, we have 4 children and live in the Valley. I enjoy DIY and outdoor persuits - especially sailing. I am regular attender at Holmfirth Methodist Church.

Dr David Hughes (partner)

MB BS (London 1982)
Qualified UCH London 1982 where I met and married my wife Hilary.

Having grown up in Sussex after six years in London I migrated north to Yorkshire where I did my GP training at Northallerton. I moved to this practice in 1987 with two children and subsequently have had two more.

I enjoy living in the community where I work and am proud to be a generalist. In addition to being a full time partner with the practice I do one session a week for the “Out of Hours” service.

Away from work we walk, sail and occasionally ski when not running the house and garden.

Dr Gillian Bradley (partner)

MBChB (Leeds 1984)
I worked in Huddersfield before joining the practice in 1989. I enjoy the variety of medicine in general practice, and care of patients over the years which our work brings. I worked in the Breast Clinic at Huddersfield Royal Infirmary for 3 years, and have worked with elderly patients with mental health problems at Holme Valley Memorial Hospital since 1990. I am responsible for staffing issues within the practice. As a family we enjoy many outdoor activities, and make regular trips to the Lake District.

Dr Robert Akam (partner)

BM (Southampton 1985)
Completed my General Practice training in 1992 having gained 3 years experience (and a wife!) in Australia.

I joined the practice in 1992. I am responsible for the in patient care at the Holme Valley Memorial Hospital and run a weekly cryotherapy clinic.

Outside the practice I try and stay fit and sane by enjoying many outdoor pursuits and spending time with my family.

Dr Cameron Irving (partner)

MBChB (Leeds 1990)
After 3 years as part of the Huddersfield vocational training scheme then a brief spell as locum GP in Halifax I joined the practice in 1995. Married with 5 children and two whippets. I am a full time partner and am responsible for overseeing IT at the practice.

Outside work I enjoy keeping fit and spending time with my family.

Dr Julie Manning (partner)

BM BS (Nottingham 1980)
I left a Slaithwaite practice to join as a partner in Holmfirth in 1998. I am married to Dr. Martin and have 4 children. I work ¾ time as a GP and occasional sessions as a clinical medical officer in family planning.

Dr Alison Dewhurst (assistant)

MBChB (Liverpool 1993)
I spent time as a locum in West Yorkshire and a year in Morley before joining the practice part time in 2000, though have had time out for a baby and a year in Melbourne! I am now working 1/2 time, enjoying all aspects of general practice. Whenever I get the chance I enjoy spending time in the great outdoors with my family.

Dr Victoria Dorsett (assistant)

MBChB (Liverpool, 1995)
Married with child. After qualifying I spent 1 year working and travelling in Australia and New Zealand respectively. I enjoy all aspects of General Practice but have a special interest in dermatology, obtaining the Diploma in Practical Dermatology in 2003.

Dr Jonathon Clowes (assistant)

BMBCh (Oxford 1987)
I completed GP training with Dr Finney at Elmwood Health Centre in 1991 then went on to a variety of jobs in General Practice and Public Health in West and South Yorkshire before joining Dr Jennison in 2002.

Within the practice I have responsibility for daily emergency surgeries + weekly child health clinics as well as organizing the weekly practice educational meetings. Recent out of work achievements include entering the local mountain bike challenge, completing the course only a few minutes behind Dr Irving.

Dr Sarah Wood (assistant)

MBChB (Leeds, 1996)
After considering a career in paediatrics I went to Australia in 1998 for one year, working in casualty. Upon return I embarked upon G.P. training gaining the Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (DRCOG) and membership of the Royal College of general practitioners (MRCGP).
Having also spent some time working in Kenya I completed my training in 2001.

I am married to a professional musician and to date have one daughter. My interests include rock climbing and mountains (although this has taken somewhat of a back seat since becoming a Mum!)