Bloxham Dental Practice

Staff

We are very committed to training and continuing professional development for dentists, nurses and administration staff. We are in fact proud to be one of the few training approved practices in the Oxford region.

Miss Catherine BRADY

Dental Practitioner

Catherine Brady - BDS FDS RCS Eng. Cert. Med. Ed, GDC 64730

Catherine qualified at Liverpool University in 1989. She followed a career in the hospital dental service specialising in all aspects of dental care with a particular interest in oral surgery and orthodontics. Catherine gained the prestigious Fellowship in Dental Surgery in 1993 at the Royal College of Surgeons. Since completing her hospital training she has worked in general dental practice in Chester before settling in Bloxham with her family. Cathie has a special interest in Dental Education and has her Certificate in Medical Education. She also works for the Oxford Deanery as a Training Programme Director for Foundation Dentists, the General Dental Council Fitness to practice panel and Rodericks LTD as a Clinical Advisor. Cathie also lectures to Dentists in the Mersey region and attends the Chicago Dental Conference each year. She is married with three children, two girls and a boy.

Qualifications

BDS Liverpool 1989FDSRCS Eng

Member of

GDC membership number:64730

Miss Caitriona WALSH

Dental Practitioner

Caitriona Walsh - BDS NUI (Irl) MFGDP(UK). Cert.Med.Ed, GDC 70122

Caitriona qualified at University College Cork in 1994. She has attained considerable experience in both private and NHS general practice in the home counties before entering into partnership with Catherine in Bloxham. She gained the postgraduate qualification of MFGDP in 2003. Caitriona works as a trainer for newly qualified dentists within the Oxford Deanery and has her Certificate in Medical Education. She is married with three children, a boy and two girls .

Qualifications

BDS NU Ireland 1994

Member of

GDC membership number:70122

Miss Fiona PATCH

Dental Practitioner

Fiona Patch - BDS.Glasgow (Scot )DPDS.Bristol. Cert.Med.Ed, GDC 76413

Fiona qualified from Glasgow University in 1999. Fiona works on full time basis sharing her clinical time between our Bloxham and Banbury Practices. She completed the DPDS post graduate qualification from Bristol University in 2010. Fiona is also a trainer of newly qualified dentists and has her Certificate in Medical Education. She is married with two children, both boys.Fiona is interested in adult education and enjoys supporting newly qualified dentists. She holds post graduate certificates in medical education and also dental law and ethics. Fiona is able to offer short term orthodontic treatment to straighten front teeth, including six month smiles and quick straight teeth systems.

Qualifications

BDS Glasgow 1999

Member of

GDC membership number:76413

Lucy Clements

Dental Surgeon

Lucy Clements BDS KCL, GDC 251051

Lucy qualified from Kings College London in 2014 and joined Bloxdent in 2015. Lucy divides her time between our practices in Banbury and Bloxham and is a trainer for newly qualified dentists. She has completed a postgraduate certificate in aesthetic and restorative dentistry and has a special interest in providing cosmetic treatments for patients.

Qualifications

BDS KCL

Member of

GDC membership number:251051

Mr Nicholas Downes

Dental Surgeon

Nicholas Downes - BSc (Hons) Warwick) BDS (Hons) Sheffield) MSc (Endodontics) Warwick), GDC 85625

Nick joined the practice in 2015 and quickly integrated into our friendly team. He has a First in Microbiology and graduated from Sheffield Dental School with Honours in 2005. He has since completed an MSc in Endodontics and is now actively involved in teaching younger dentists. He is currently studying for a Post Graduate Certificate in Clinical Education to assist with his teaching role. Outside work, Nick is kept busy by two young daughters and enjoys cycling and running when he finds the time.

Qualifications

BSc (Hons) Warwick) BDS (Hons) Sheffield) MSc (Endodontics) Warwick)

Member of

GDC membership number:85625

Miss Sarah Elkins

Dental Therapist

Sarah Elkins BSc.DH&T Birm, GDC 270951

Sarah graduated in 2017 from the university of Birmingham and joined us to complete her Foundation training year. We are delighted that Sarah will be continuing to work at Bloxdent, providing hygiene and therapy services at both our Bloxham and Banbury practice

Qualifications

BSc. Dental Hygiene and Dental Therapy Birm

Member of

GDC membership number:270951

Laura Eyre

Practice Manager

Laura Eyre – Practice Manager, GDC 185102

Laura began as a student dental nurse with Bloxham Dental in 2007, moving forward to qualify and become a registered dental nurse. Her role has since developed and she now manages our ever growing team at Bloxham Dental Practice. Laura is an invaluable member of the team and will happily assist you with any queries you may have. Her efficiency and work ethic has made her an admirable role model for all our staff

Qualifications

RDN

Member of

GDC membership number:185102

Kelly Hawley

Dental Therapist

Kelly Hawley Dip DH&T, GDC 207466

Kelly started at Bloxdent as a student Dental Nurse in 2009, she then went on to complete her qualification in Dental Hygiene and Therapy at the University of Liverpool in 2014. Kelly rejoined the team in 2017 and works part time at our Bloxham practice

Qualifications

Dip DH&T

Member of

GDC membership number:207466

Miss Seema KOCHHAR

Dental Practitioner

Seema Kochhar- BDS Bham, GDC 244338

Seema qualified in 2013 from the University of Birmingham and went on to complete her foundation training within the Oxford Denary. During this time, she successfully completed her MJDF post graduate qualifications. Following on from this, she undertook a Restorative post at the Eastman Dental Hospital as a Dental Core Trainee where she gained further skills in managing complex cases. Alongside her time in secondary care, she maintained a Saturday position at Bloxham as a General Dental Pracitioner where she currently works part time.

Qualifications

BDS

Member of

GDC membership number:244338

Miss Katie Mawle

Dental Therapist

Katie Mawle - BSC B’ham, GDC 152162

Katie qualified as a dental therapist from Birmingham University in 2008. Katie joined Bloxham dental in 2008 and works full time dividing her time between both Bloxham and Banbury.

Qualifications

BSC B’ham

Member of

GDC membership number:152162

Mr Paul Nguyen

Dental Surgeon

Paul Nguyen - BDS Queen Mary University of London, GDC 272168

Paul has recently joined Bloxham dental. He has qualified from Barts and The London and has also completed a degree in Biomedical Science from King’s College London. Paul has a keen interest in restorative dentistry, oral health promotion and prevention. In his free time, he enjoys playing sport, travelling, and socialising with his friends and family.

Qualifications

BDS Queen Mary University of London

Member of

GDC membership number:272168

Miss Bianca Woodward

Dental Practitioner

Bianca Woodward - BDS.Lond GDC 245044

 Bianca began her career at Bloxdent Ltd as a dental nurse in 2003, then went on to do her A levels and a degree in bio medical science before finally deciding to pursue a career in dentistry.

Bianca studied at Kings College London and completed her foundation year in Essex. Bianca likes all aspects of dentistry, and has a keen interest in aesthetic dentistry. Bianca works full time in our Bloxham practice.

Qualifications

BDS.Lond

Member of

GDC membership number:245044

Facilities

• Disabled parking (yes)
• Disabled WC (yes)
• Induction loop (yes)
• Wheelchair access (yes)
• Step free access (yes)
• Car Parking (yes)
• Cycle parking (yes)
• Disabled parking (yes)