Dr Vanaja Santosh, female
MBBS DFSRH Loc SDI
I qualified in 1997 in India and live with my husband and twin children and 2 bunnies In Norwich.
I have special interest in women’s health, research and family planning clinics ( coil and implants).
I enjoy music, yoga and running.
Dr Tissa Weeratunge, male
MBChB, MRCGP
I am originally from London, attended Sheffield Medical School and completed my GP training in Rotherham, South Yorkshire. I moved to Norfolk in 2019 to be nearer to family and after working locally for a few years, joined Orchard Surgery in January 2023, and have really enjoyed being part of our growing team.
I have particular interests in musculoskeletal medicine, mental heath, men’s health, diabetes and more recently in respiratory medicine. Outside of work I enjoy watching or playing most sports, and spending time in the countryside, on the beach, or at home, with my young family and our array of pets!
Dr Samita Mukhopadhyay, female
MBBS, MRCGP, MA(Med Ed)
I originally qualified in India and worked in Gynaecology and Obstetrics for 5 years. I retrained as a GP in the UK due to the demands of family life; which on the positive side has left me more compassionate to the upheavals in the lives of my patients. I hold a Masters in medical education and have experience of teaching undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors. Therefore I enjoy collaborating with clinicians of differing levels of experience and patients who seek better understanding of their illness.
After 22 years of full time work as a GP, I now work two days at Orchard Surgery and one day at Norfolk and Norwich University Hospitals as a medical examiner. The latter role gives me insights into the journeys of my patients when they are admitted to hospital.
To keep myself out of trouble I go birdwatching(as a novice), sing in a community choir(badly) and help run our village cinema.
Dr J O’Shea, female
MBBS BSc MRCGP DRCOG DFRSH
I qualified in London in 1990 and have been working as a GP in Norfolk since 1995 .
I have a special interest in women’s health and mental health. I live in Norwich with my husband and have 4 grown up children. In my spare time I enjoy music, singing in a choir and running to keep fit.
Dr Eleanor Burleigh, female
MBChB (Hons) MRCGP
Growing up in the town of Dereham, I set out on an exciting journey to Sheffield in 2014 to study Medicine. I graduated with honors in 2019 and moved to Leeds to complete my foundation years and GP training. During this time, I gained valuable experience in various specialties, including Paediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, A&E, and Psychiatry.
I am passionate about all aspects of General Practice and enjoy building meaningful connections with my patients.
In my spare time, I love running, going to the gym, and indulging in culinary creativity with some baking.
Dr Lilian Ibe, female
MRCGP
I qualified as a medical doctor in Nigeria and moved to the UK in 2018, bringing over a decade of rich clinical experience and general practice expertise across diverse healthcare settings. My passion for global and public health, led me to pursue a Master’s degree in International Health and Tropical Medicine at the University of Oxford.
Following my studies, I gained valuable hands-on experience working in the emergency department in Kent before embarking on my GP training in Norwich. As a dedicated and well-rounded general practitioner, I pride myself on combining clinical expertise with a deeply empathetic approach to patient care.
Beyond medicine, I have a zest for life and adventure. I’m an avid traveller, always eager to immerse myself in exploring new cultures and experiences. I also have a passion for interior design, love hosting gatherings, and cherish quality time with friends and family.
Dr Stavros Taramanis, male
MRCGP
I was born and raised in Greece, spending my early years in Thessaloniki and Kozani, a lovely mountainous town known for its chilly climate. I qualified in Serbia in 2003 and initially served as an A&E doctor. I then joined the Greek Army, continuing my medical work, before beginning my GP training in Greece and qualifying as a GP in 2010. I moved to the UK nine years ago and have since gained extensive experience in both A&E and general practice. I have a particular interest in mental health. Outside of work, I enjoy playing chess and staying active through various outdoor sports.