NEW LONGTON SURGERY - Key Persons


Dr Linda Whitworth

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.

Dr Wendy Grice

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.

Miss Emily Walmsley

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

Miss Gemma Lawrenson

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

Mrs Debbie Sands

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.

Mrs Emma Connor

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

Mrs Wendy Jackson

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

Ms Kate Guy

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

Nurse Corrie

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!