AN AWARD-winning private GP practice has extended its local footprint with the opening of its first branch surgery in Chilcomb.

The Walcote Practice’s new surgery is located at Healthshare Clinic Winchester.

The new branch surgery will be offering a wide range of standard GP services, plus important additional GP and medical services such as ear irrigation and private vaccinations.

These services will complement the existing offering of Healthshare Clinic Winchester, which specialises in diagnostics, orthopaedics and ophthalmology, providing an exciting new option of private healthcare in Winchester.

Medical director and lead GP at the Walcote Practice Dr Nicholas Hillier said: “The opening of our new branch surgery is a testament to our commitment to provide residents of Winchester and beyond with a first class service for their private GP needs.

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“We’re delighted to open this fantastic new branch surgery in order to provide wider choice and improved accessibility for our patients.”

The Walcote Practice is also pleased to welcome Dr Nathir Athaullah (Dr Nat) to their team of private GPs, with Dr Nat offering clinics from the new branch surgery.

A highly respected and very experienced GP, Dr Nat combines his many years of GP experience with a friendly and thorough approach in order to achieve the best possible health outcomes for his patients.

When not working, he enjoys spending time with his children, playing and watching football, cricket and golf, attending the gym, keeping up with current affairs and playing chess.

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Hospital executive director Jacqui Dorney said: “The addition of private GP services at Healthshare Clinic Winchester is hugely exciting and will provide a great new option for local residents to see a private GP in our beautiful location.

“We’re looking forward to complementing The Walcote Practice’s services with our rapid access pathways to diagnostic imaging and appointments with leading specialist healthcare consultants.”

Opened in March 2022, Healthshare Winchester is a large new private healthcare facility for insured and self-pay patients, located in Chilcomb on the outskirts of Winchester.

Easily accessible for Winchester residents, the clinic offers ample free parking and excellent transport links to Hampshire and beyond.

Bookings can be made for private GP appointments at The Walcote Practice’s branch surgery by telephoning 01962 828715.