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Doctors

Dr S Wood , female

MBChB, MRCGP, DCH, DFFP

Sara is originally from Nailsworth but grew up in mainland Europe. Having qualified in Sheffield in 2002 she worked in hospitals in South Yorkshire and Oxfordshire.

She completed her training as a GP in 2007 in Oxford and moved back to Gloucestershire in 2010. She has interests in paediatric medicine, women’s health and family planning. Sara can fit intra-uterine (coils) and the contraceptive implant. Sara enjoys knitting and crochet and is a keen reader. She is married and has two young sons.

Dr V Mason, female

MBChB, DRCOG, MRCGP, DFSRH

Vashti is originally from Cheltenham and having qualified in 2008, moved back to the local area to finish her training at Cheltenham General and Gloucester Royal Hospitals. She has interests in dermatology / minor surgery, women’s health and elderly care. Vashti is married with two young sons to keep her busy and in her free times she enjoys running and cooking.

Dr V Blackburn, female

Dr Blackburn is our senior partner and an experienced GP. She is the Safeguarding Lead for the practice.

Dr Rachel Underhill, female

Dr Underhill joined the practice in 2023, having previously completed her GP training with us.

Dr Rukmal Gomes, Male

Dr Gomes is an experienced GP. He is our Care Homes lead.

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Page published: 5 May 2023
Last updated: 22 October 2025