Dr James Boorer

Dr Boorer qualified from Bristol University in 2003 and initially embarked on a surgical career spending time in some major London hospitals and teaching at Oxford University.  He moved to the South West in 2007 for higher surgical training.  Soon after, he met his wife who was a GP trainee and she convinced him to change his career direction – something he has never regretted. He believes that he should listen to his patients and understand their concerns, and worries and then work with them on a shared diagnosis and management plan.

Dr Rachael Carnell

Dr Carnell qualified from Southampton University in 2006 and worked initially in Hampshire for Foundation training before returning to the South West where she grew up to embark on a general surgical career working in the Torbay and Exeter areas for 5-6 years.

She has since changed direction to General Practice, something which she has thoroughly enjoyed. In recent years she has further developed her career gaining qualifications in Clinical Education and enjoys teaching medical students. She enjoys the benefits of a combined career in minor operations, General Practice and education.

When she is not working she enjoys the outdoors lifestyle the South West provides with her family and dogs.

Dr Phil Whatling

Dr Phil Whatling is a GP Partner at one of the busy surgeries in North Devon and also serves as Clinical Co-Director for Barnstaple Alliance Primary Care Network. He has extensive experience in General Surgery, having worked across multiple specialties before transitioning to general practice. Known for his calm and approachable demeanour, Dr Whatling ensures patients feel relaxed while receiving high-quality, professional care. He holds a Postgraduate Certificate in Management and Leadership and enjoys outdoor activities in his free time.

Paul Callicott

Paul is a Specialist Paramedic who has worked both for the NHS and in the private sector for over 20 years. He has been involved in providing healthcare in many settings worldwide, including expedition medical support for the likes of the BBC, and National Geographic, and providing clinical services in the oil and gas industry. He has a keen interest in medical education having delivered training to the United Nations in Iraq and the EUMM in Georgia. During his career he has developed an interest in skin conditions and skin lesions. He undertook his surgical training through the Royal College of General Practitioners and he continues to work in general practice where he carries out the minor surgery within his organisation.

Mike Payn

Private Patient Care Coordinator Mike Payn has previously worked as a Business Manager for over 10 years before joining Sentinel and the dermatology service.

He is your first point of contact on the phone to answer your queries, confirm your appointment and advise you on the process on the day of your appointment.

He will also meet and greet you when you arrive and also liaise with your GP to let them know the details of your treatment with us.

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