Dr Alex Chitra is a highly experienced General Practitioner who has dedicated sixteen years to NHS General Practice following a decade of extensive hospital training. He completed his medical degree at the Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine in London and subsequently gained membership of both the Royal College of Surgeons and the Royal College of General Practitioners. This unique combination of surgical and family medicine expertise allows him to offer a comprehensive and versatile approach to patient care.
He enjoys the full breadth of clinical medicine and places great value on the lasting relationships he develops with patients and their families. While he manages all aspects of family health, Dr Chitra has developed specialist clinical interests in ear nose and throat conditions, dermatology, and musculoskeletal medicine. His advanced qualifications include a postgraduate diploma in musculoskeletal medicine, and he is highly skilled in providing assessment and management for joint pains and skin concerns.
Throughout his career, Dr Chitra has held significant roles, including serving as an NHS GP partner where he managed a wide range of primary care services. He is known for being a thorough and conscientious doctor who was recently recognised with exceptionally high feedback scores from both patients and colleagues. His broad hospital background also includes valuable experience in women's health and paediatrics, ensuring a well rounded perspective for every patient he treats.