I am a GP Partner at Hillview Surgery, Ealing (UK) — a family-oriented, accredited Training Practice. I graduated in 1995 with a degree in Medicine from the University of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital and Medical School.
My passion for medicine continues to drive me as a motivated, enthusiastic, and dedicated General Practitioner.
Professional Interests & Approach
I value open communication, collaborative teamwork, and professionalism — principles that guide both my patient care and leadership style.
Over the past twenty years, I have developed both my clinical interests — particularly in women’s health and family planning — and non-clinical leadership roles, including Health and Human Resources. I take pride in empowering my team to thrive, supporting their growth, and fostering a positive, resilient workplace culture where wellbeing is central to good care.
Initiatives & Research
Since the COVID-19 pandemic, I have led several initiatives at Hillview Surgery, including: Well-being of Vulnerable Adults, Holistic Well-being of Staff and Hillview Going Greener. I am particularly passionate about supporting individuals affected by domestic abuse and promoting holistic wellbeing for both patients and staff.
During the pandemic, I observed how remote consultations made it harder to identify and support victims of abuse. To help address this, I led a pilot study at Hillview Surgery using a simple, validated screening tool aligned with the NHS Prevention Strategy. The study encouraged open conversations about abuse and explored how general practice can play a key role in early identification and prevention.
Research Collaboration
My work in this area led me to join the Research Trailblazer Group (RTBG) at Imperial College London, a network of healthcare and social care professionals developing practical, community-based research.
Together, we launched the RAPID Study (Raising Awareness, Prevention & Intervention of Domestic Violence & Abuse) — a cross-sectional e-survey and interview-based project exploring how general practice can better recognise and support individuals experiencing abuse.
As an Honorary Clinical Research Fellow, I led:
RAPID 1: Community-dwelling adults
RAPID 2: UK-wide NHS patients (translated into 18 languages)
Our pilot at Hillview Surgery was the first UK trial of this screening tool since the COVID-19 pandemic, demonstrating how proactive screening can reach survivors who may otherwise struggle to disclose their experiences.
We hope our findings will inform future NICE guidelines.
Vision & Purpose
I remain committed to raising awareness, improving early detection, and ensuring that primary care offers a safe, supportive environment for anyone experiencing abuse.
My goal is to implement simple, practical steps that promote wellbeing — both professional and personal — and to foster a learning culture where shared knowledge helps us grow as individuals and as a community.
Through this website, I aim to share insights, experiences, and lessons learned — so that together, we can continue to learn from one another.
~ Dr Vasumathy Sivarajasingam