Business Details
50+ Years
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Emergency
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Your NHS GP Practice in Peterborough
Thistlemoor Medical Centre has been a cornerstone of healthcare in Peterborough for over 50 years. Founded in a modest terraced house and now serving over 31,000 patients, we have grown into one of Cambridgeshire's largest and most innovative medical centres. Our commitment to patient-first care is reflected in our community-focused approach, multilingual team, and pioneering services such as endoscopy clinics and community-based diagnostics. We were the first practice in the region to adopt digital health tools like the NHS App, ensuring accessible care for all.Recognised nationally for health equality initiatives and awarded University of Cambridge teaching practice status, we combine decades of experience with cutting-edge advancements. Our family-led leadership, including Dr. Nalini Modha MBE and her son Dr. Neil Modha, ensures continuity of values while driving progress in primary care. From chronic condition management to preventative health programs, we deliver comprehensive services tailored to Peterborough's diverse population.
Services
GP Consultations
Vaccination Programs
Chronic Disease Management
Community Diagnostics
Digital Health Services
Patient Education
Preventative Care
Specialist Referrals
Health Screenings
Wellbeing Support
Details
- Year established: 1970
Highlights and features
- 50+ years serving Peterborough's healthcare needs
- Community-based diagnostic services including endoscopy
- Multilingual team serving diverse patient needs
- Award-winning health equality initiatives
- University of Cambridge Teaching Practice status
Associations and certifications
- University of Cambridge
- Royal College of General Practitioners
What people say
Excellent community focus
Multilingual staff
Digital innovation
Preventative care programs
Award recognition
Services
GP Consultations
Our experienced GPs provide comprehensive primary care consultations for patients of all ages. Services include diagnosis, treatment plans, and ongoing health management. We offer both face-to-face and digital consultations through Engage Consult and the NHS App, ensuring accessible care for our 31,000+ patients.
Vaccination Programs
We deliver seasonal flu vaccines, childhood immunisations, and travel vaccinations. Our programs follow NHS guidelines with special clinics for high-risk groups. Patients receive expert advice on vaccine schedules and potential side effects from our qualified nursing team.
Chronic Disease Management
Specialist support for hypertension, diabetes, asthma, and heart conditions. Our service includes regular monitoring, personalised treatment plans, and patient education. We use digital tools for remote tracking and coordinate care with hospital specialists when needed.
Community Diagnostics
On-site endoscopy, ultrasound, and cancer screening services reduce hospital referrals. Our facilities include lung scans for early cancer detection and vascular assessments. These community-based diagnostics improve access to critical tests while maintaining NHS quality standards.
Digital Health Services
Access repeat prescriptions, book appointments, and consult GPs through the NHS App or Engage Consult. Our digital platform supports 24/7 self-care advice, medication management, and secure messaging with healthcare professionals, reducing phone wait times by 40%.
People
Dr. Nalini Modha
Lead GP
Founder of Thistlemoor Medical Centre and recipient of an MBE for services to General Practice. With over 30 years' leadership, she transformed the practice into a teaching centre while maintaining family values and community focus.
Dr. Neil Modha
Practice Lead
Son of Dr. Nalini Modha, Dr. Neil Modha oversees clinical innovation and service expansion. He has driven digital transformation and community health initiatives while preserving the practice's patient-centred ethos.
Questions
How do I register as a new patient?
Visit us in person during opening hours with photo ID. No appointment required for registration at Thistlemoor Medical Centre.
What online services are available?
Access repeat prescriptions, book appointments, and consult GPs through the NHS App or Engage Consult 24/7.
Are there weekend appointments?
Standard appointments are Monday-Friday 8:30am-6pm. Emergency care available via NHS 111 outside hours.
What community-based diagnostics do you offer?
We provide endoscopy, ultrasound, cancer screening, and vascular assessments to reduce hospital referrals.
Do you offer language support?
Our multilingual team speaks over a dozen languages to ensure clear communication with all patients.
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