Meet the team at mydentist, Westoe Road, South Shields
Your practice team
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Kara Tully
Practice Manager
GDC No: 138085
Your clinicians
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Hugo Ng GDP
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 2018
GDC No: 277985
Hugo qualified from Newcastle University in 2018, with degrees in Biomedical Sciences as well as Dentistry. He has recently moved back to the North East after moving back home after University. He is committed to constantly improving himself within the profession, and is passionate and proud about the dental services we provide here at Westoe Road. He enjoys being a part of the team here and loves nothing more than winning round a nervous patient, or putting the smile back on someone’s face. He has completed ClearCorrect training and offers this to new and existing patients. He provide both private and NHS treatment here at Westoe Road.
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Jake Thomas GDP
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 2012
GDC No: 228855
Jake joined the practice in 2012 after graduating from Newcastle Dental School. He is very passionate about dentistry and treating his patients to the highest standard with a very caring approach. He has completed additional training in restorative dentistry and teeth straightening, using Invisalign, to offer his patients a wide range of dental treatments to address all their clinical needs. Outside of dentistry he tries to stay active and is the captain of a (very unsuccessful) 5 a side team and play in a local competitive league. He is also a bit of a foodie and likes to try different restaurants around the North East.
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Kathryn Mccormack GDP
Qualified from: BDS University of Birmingham 1996
GDC No: 71752
Kathryn graduated from Birmingham University in 1996 and spent the following 10 years working in a family practice in Evesham in the Cotswolds. In 2006 she moved to Leicestershire to work in a private practice before moving back home to Newcastle where she worked as a locum dentist. Kathryn has been happily practising at Westoe Road for the past 13 years- making her one of our longest serving dentists. In 2009 she became a post graduate trainer, a role she held till 2012. During this time, she achieved a Certificate in Teaching and Learning in Professional Practice with distinction. Kathryn offers a range of private treatments and is proud to be a Denture of Excellence brand holder. In her spare time Kathryn enjoys keeping fit and loves to explore different countries, especially her favourite country, Italy.
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Timothy Perowne GDP
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 2001
GDC No: 79420
Tim qualified from Newcastle University in 2001. He completed vocational training in Stockton and worked in NHS practice in Middlesbrough before a move to private practice in New Zealand. He began working at Westoe Road Dental Practice in 2006. Tim became a Member of The Joint Dental Faculties (MJDF) at the Royal College of Surgeons in 2008. He is involved in dental education and has been an educational supervisor of dental graduates since 2009, and has previously taught undergraduates at Newcastle Dental School in the Restorative Department. In his spare time he enjoys running and has completed a number of half marathons.
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Verity Wightman GDP
Qualified from: BDS Newcastle University 2012
GDC No: 229271
Verity qualified from the University of Newcastle in 2006 with a degree in Biomedical Sciences before changing direction and going on to study dentistry. She qualified in 2012 and started working at Westoe Road in 2017, having previously worked near Durham. She is a friendly, welcoming dentist and particularly enjoys working with nervous patients of all ages. She has recently completed ClearCorrect training and now offers teeth straightening to new and existing patients. Outside of her work in dentistry she enjoys spending as much time as possible outdoors; walking in the Lakes or freezing herself in the North Sea.
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Yasmin Boumedjane GDP
Qualified from: DDM Medical University - Sofia 2022
GDC No: 305703
Yasmin recently graduated in 2022 and is excited to contribute her skills and compassion to our clinic at Westoe Road, where she proudly provides NHS and private treatment. Her approach to patient care is centred around empathy, dedicated to ensuring patient comfort throughout every visit. Understanding that dental appointments can be intimidating, her goal is to create a welcoming atmosphere. Yasmin particularly enjoys working with paediatric patients and those who are nervous, aiming for them to leave the clinic feeling even better than when they arrived. Yasmin always strives to exceed expectations and make your time at the clinic as comfortable and enjoyable as possible. Your well-being is her primary focus, and she is dedicated to providing personalized and comprehensive dental care. Yasmin appreciates the opportunity to serve the dental needs of our community here at Westoe Road.
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Ashley Donald Hygienist
Qualified from: Certificate of Proficiency in Dental Hygiene 1989
GDC No: 3827
Ashley qualified in 1989 after studying Dental Hygiene at the Newcastle School of Dental Hygiene at Newcastle University. She began working at Westoe Road in 2004 and very much enjoys working with the amazing team here. Ashley enjoys consulting with the patients and helping them to improve and maintain their oral health, as well as giving them the sparkling smile they desire. Ashley has many long-term patients whom she has known since she first started here in 2004! In her spare time Ashley likes to go for long walks, trips to the theatre, reading a good book and socializing with friends and family.
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Bruna Di Domenico Therapist
Qualified from: Registered under s36C of the Dentists Act 1984 2024
GDC No: 321295
Bruna is originally a Brazilian dentist living in England and working as a dental therapist in the UK. After graduating from dental university in Brazil at IMED-RS in 2014, she pursued a post-graduation in Aesthetic Dentistry, further enhancing her expertise. With a particular interest in periodontal health, Bruna is passionate about helping patients achieve and maintain healthy smiles. Since the end of 2024, Bruna has been working as a dental therapist in the UK, creating a comfortable and welcoming environment for patients. Outside of work, Bruna enjoys spending time with her cat, gaming and exploring the countryside on walks with her husband.
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Caroline Smith Therapist
Qualified from: BSc Oral and Dental Health Sciences Newcastle University 2019
GDC No: 191293
Caroline worked previously as a Dental Nurse for 8 years in her hometown South Shields. Throughout this time, she did various post qualifications (radiography, impression taking and application of Fluoride varnish). Volunteering twice to work in Tanzania, Africa with a dental charity called Bridge2Aid, Caroline enjoyed the challenge and opportunity, which also enhanced her clinical skills, providing emergency dental treatment to some of the most rural parts of Africa. Caroline learnt that an important aspect of patient care was to help to relax anxious patients whilst delivering oral hygiene messages to both children and adults. After this life changing experience, she decided to follow her long-standing passion and ambition of pursuing a career as a Dental Hygienist/Therapist. In 2016 Caroline was delighted to be offered a place to study at Newcastle University. In 2019 she graduated and qualified with a BSc (Hons) in Oral and Dental Health Sciences. She is very passionate about delivering a high standard of care to all patients. In her spare time Caroline enjoys Ice skating at Whitley Bay Ice Rink, going on country walks and riding her bike along the coast. She also enjoys travelling and spending time with her friends, family and two cats.
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Rachel Strickland Foundation Dentist
Qualified from: BDS King's College London 2023
GDC No: 309671
Rachel graduated from King's College London with Honours in all disciplines of dentistry and was awarded the 'Harry Radin' Sedation and Special Care Prize and the 'Geoffrey Foreman' Radiology and Oral Surgery Prize. Rachel has also received the National Endodontic Prize on Dental Trauma from the British Endodontic Society at their Spring Scientific Meeting in March of 2023. Rachel works alternate weeks at Westoe Road practice and the RVI in Newcastle Upon Tyne as part of her two-year post-graduate general professional training. She has recently put roots down in Newcastle and is loving her new life in the North East.
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