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Location

Tor Clinical rooms. Estover,

Plymouth, PL6 7TL

Meet the team

Tim Needham

Founder, Clinical Lead and CQC Registered Manager. An Advanced Practitioner with over 25 years in emergency, urgent and primary care.

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Tim Needham, Advanced Practitioner and founder of Tamar Health

Background

From 999 calls to general practice.

Tim spent over 20 years in the 999 ambulance service and in Minor Injury Units, before moving into NHS primary care in 2015.

He has performed ear microsuction for over seven years and minor surgical procedures since 2018. Our clinicians are UK-registered and independently qualified, so you know exactly who you will see.

Qualifications

MSc, BSc (Hons), PgCert, DipU&C
Independent Prescriber
MRCOP
CQC Registered Manager

Experience

Where Tim's experience comes from.

Emergency and Urgent Care

Over 20 years in 999 services, plus Minor Injury Units.

Primary Care

NHS GP surgeries since 2015.

Procedures

Ear microsuction and minor surgical procedures.

Teaching and Mentoring

Mentor and supervisor for trainee Advanced Practitioners and new prescribers.

Leadership and Governance

Senior NHS manager, and part of a GP surgery leadership team. Now Clinical Lead and CQC Registered Manager.

Out-of-Hours Care

Working with NHS out-of-hours providers since 2016.

How Tim works

Patient-centred, evidence-based and practical. Tim takes time to explain what is going on, avoids treatment you do not need, and is clear when something needs to be seen elsewhere.

You see Tim at every appointment, so you do not have to tell your story twice.

What our patients say

Tamar Health

5.0

Based on 6 reviews

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Daniel Robinson

4 months ago

Great friendly professional service

PJ P

5 months ago

Tim offers a professional service, with a calm and comfortable manner. The clinic is modern with easy access. Highly recommended.

Matthew Blair-Rains

5 months ago

Professional, welcoming staff. Overall good experience

John

5 months ago

I highly recommend Mr Tim – outstanding, top level qualification and expertise, especially in a extremely difficult case involving a completely blocked ear. The procedure was handled decisively and safely, without any adverse effects. Great experience, professionalism, and composure inspire full trust and confidence. On top of that, on exceptionally kind an welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel safe and well cared for. Absolutely a service worth recommending Thank you very much for your help and kindness. Best regards Jola

Nicole Sharp

6 months ago

I was seen within 24 hours of my enquiry. Tim was very informative. The clinic was nice and clean. Would definitely recommend!!

Holly S

8 months ago

I woke up with an issue with my ears that prevented me from going to work. Tim was able to fit me in urgently for an appointment and was very knowledgeable and friendly. Highly recommend!

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