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Your Local GP Practice in Reading
Chatham Street Surgery is a dedicated general practice serving the Reading community, offering comprehensive healthcare services through a multidisciplinary team of experienced professionals. Established to provide accessible, patient-centred care, we combine traditional values with modern medical practices to meet diverse health needs. Our team includes qualified GPs, advanced clinical practitioners, pharmacists, and nursing staff, all committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care. We operate extended access clinics, including Saturday appointments, and maintain strong partnerships with local healthcare providers to ensure seamless patient referrals.Accredited as a Veteran Friendly GP Practice, we prioritise accessibility through physical adaptations and digital services, while maintaining strict compliance with data protection standards. Our commitment to continuous improvement is reflected in regular patient surveys and active participation in NHS initiatives to enhance community health outcomes.
Services
General Practitioner Services
Prescription Management
Test Results
Sick Notes
Vaccinations
Health Screenings
Chronic Disease Management
Digital Consultations
Home Visits
Social Prescribing
Highlights and features
- We offer extended access clinics including Saturday appointments
- Our multidisciplinary team includes GPs, pharmacists and advanced practitioners
- We maintain physical and digital accessibility for all patients
- Our practice is accredited as a Veteran Friendly GP Practice
- We provide 24/7 emergency medical support through NHS partnerships
Associations and certifications
- Veteran Friendly GP Practice
What people say
Professional staff
Accessible services
Comprehensive care
Extended hours
Digital consultations
Services
General Practitioner Services
Our experienced GPs provide comprehensive medical care through face-to-face, telephone, and video consultations. We offer routine check-ups, diagnosis of acute and chronic conditions, and ongoing management of long-term health issues. Patients can request specific healthcare professionals and access interpreter services when needed.
Prescription Management
We handle repeat prescriptions through NHS digital platforms, allowing convenient online ordering and pharmacy collection. Our clinical pharmacists provide medication reviews and expert advice on prescription and over-the-counter medicines, ensuring safe and effective treatment plans for all patients.
Urgent Appointments
Urgent medical needs are prioritised through our same-day appointment system. Available Monday-Friday from 7am, our triage system ensures patients receive appropriate care from the most suitable healthcare professional within 48 hours of request.
Vaccinations
We provide essential vaccination programmes including annual flu jabs and COVID-19 boosters. Our clinics operate during winter months to protect vulnerable patients, with additional private vaccination options available for travel and occupational health requirements.
Home Visits
For housebound patients, we offer home visit services with prior telephone assessment. Our team coordinates morning visits following early-morning contact, ensuring appropriate care delivery for patients unable to attend the surgery in person.
People
Dr A Asghar
Lead GP Partner
Dr Asghar leads our GP partnership with extensive experience in primary care. He works three days weekly, focusing on complex case management and practice leadership while maintaining direct patient care.
Dr S Hussain
Salaried GP
Dr Hussain provides comprehensive GP services across four weekdays. With particular interest in women's health, she delivers patient-centred care while mentoring junior medical staff within our training practice framework.
Moez Laklouk
Advanced Clinical Practitioner
Moez brings specialist expertise in advanced diagnostics and minor illness management. He works two days weekly, bridging clinical practice with patient education to enhance self-care capabilities within our community.
Bushra Isfahan
Clinical Pharmacist
Bushra specialises in medication management and prescription reviews. As our pre-registration pharmacist supervisor, she ensures safe pharmaceutical care while providing expert advice on both prescription and over-the-counter medications.
Zahida Aziz
Practice Nurse
Zahida delivers essential nursing care three days weekly, specialising in chronic disease management and health screenings. Her patient-focused approach ensures comprehensive support for our practice's long-term condition management programmes.
Questions
How can I book an urgent appointment?
Use our online appointment request form from 7am Monday-Friday, call us on 0118 950 5121 during opening hours, or visit the surgery in person for urgent medical needs.
What prescription services do you offer?
We provide repeat prescriptions through NHS digital platforms, medication reviews, and private prescription services. Patients can nominate a pharmacy for convenient collection of their medications.
Are home visits available?
Yes, we offer home visits for housebound patients. Please contact us early in the day to arrange a visit, as our team coordinates visits following telephone assessment.
What emergency services do you provide?
For life-threatening emergencies call 999. Outside our opening hours use NHS 111 online or phone 111 for urgent medical advice and triage assistance.
How accessible is the surgery?
Our premises feature wheelchair access with ramps and automated doors, audio induction loops, accessible toilets, and designated disabled parking spaces for patient convenience.
What specialist clinics are available?
We offer extended access clinics on weekday evenings and occasional Saturdays, along with specialist services through NHS e-Referral system for consultant-led care coordination.
