Save the Date! 
Tavyside Health Centre, Abbey Rise, Tavistock, Devon, PL19 9FD
Whether you’re a student, career changer, or just curious – everyone is welcome!Meet the Professionals
Throughout the Practice, a variety of healthcare professionals will be available at stands to chat and answer questions. In addition to one-on-one conversations, many of our teams will be showcasing their departments and the work they do (where possible).
So far we have the following confirmed:
- Dr Coldron and Dr Hewitt on our Doctors stand.
- Jess Danning and Hannah Crouch on our Nurses stand. Jess and Hannah will also be demonstrating basic life support and equipment used in their working days.
- Jonathan Coe and Emma Steer on our leadership and management stand.
- Jenna Wilton on apprenticeships, IT and Digital Innovation in Healthcare stand.
- Carol on our Care Navigation stand.
We’re also thrilled that Emma Fovargue from Livewell Southwest who works across our Primary Care Network (Abbey, Tavyside, Yelverton) will be attending. Emma will join our nursing team on stand.
We are also thrilled that Sarah Stapleton from Devon Training Hub will be in attendance as well and alongside her speaker session slot, will be on stand to discuss learning and development, apprenticeships and the GP Assistant role.
WE ARE STILL WAITING ON MORE ATTENDEES TO CONFIRM
Session Information
TIME | SPEAKER | INFORMATION |
09:00 | Dr Coldron GP Partner Tavyside Health Centre | Dr Coldron will be sharing her incredible experiences in medicine abroad, including her time working as a doctor in Australia and even Antarctica, one of the most remote and challenging environments on Earth.
Whether you’re considering a career in medicine, love travel, or just want to hear a truly inspiring story, this is a talk you won’t want to miss! |
09:30 | Cate Dawes | INFORMATION COMING SOON |
10:00 | Sarah Stapleton | Not All Heroes Wear Stethoscopes: Careers in General Practice When most people think about careers in healthcare, they think of doctors and nurses. But GP Practices rely on a whole team of people working behind the scenes to help patients and keep everything running smoothly. In this short session, you’ll get a look at the non-clinical side of general practice – including exciting roles like the GP Assistant – and how apprenticeships can help you get started on a career that really makes a difference, without going to university first. If you’re interested in helping people, being part of a team, and building a career with purpose, this session might be for you! Sarah Stapleton has worked across general practice in a range of roles, from reception through to practice management. Now working for Devon Training Hub in an education development role, she supports the training and development of the non-clinical workforce across primary care. She is passionate about helping others reach their full potential and thrive in their careers. |
10:30 | Jonathan Coe | Jonathan will be talking about the world of management in healthcare, with a special focus on general practice. From how he got started in his career to what it’s really like managing a busy GP surgery, Jonathan will give us an honest, behind-the-scenes look at a role that’s essential to keeping healthcare running smoothly.
Expect insights into:
✅ What a day in the life of a Practice Manager looks like ✅ The balance between clinical care and operational management ✅ The diverse skills needed to lead a successful team in primary care ✅ The many different career routes into healthcare management
Whether you’re interested in leadership, healthcare, or working behind the scenes to make a real difference, then this is the session for you. |
11:00 | Jessica Danning | Jess will be sharing her inspiring journey into nursing, giving insight into life working in both hospitals and general practice. She’ll talk about how she got started, what it’s really like on the front lines of patient care, and the many career paths nursing can lead to, from clinical roles to leadership and beyond.
Whether you’re thinking about nursing or just curious about a career that truly makes a difference, don’t miss this chance to hear from someone passionate and experienced in the field! |
11:30 | Dr Hewitt | Dr Hewitt will be offering a personal and insightful talk on “A Day in the Life of a GP” — giving you a real look at what it’s like to be a doctor in general practice.
She’ll also share:
✅ How she got into medicine
This is a must-see for anyone interested in medicine, patient care, or exploring the diverse career paths in healthcare. |