Meet Our Team
All our dentists adhere to the rules governing the profession under strict guidance from the General Dental Council (GDC) "Standards for Dental Professionals".
Dillon Chan – Dentist
BDS, MFGDP
GDC Number 77491
Dillon is the principal dentist. He qualified from Manchester University Dental School in the year 2000 and was awarded the Farar Prize in dentistry as the best dentist in his year in the field of prosthetic dentistry. He has also been awarded the MDDUS prize for his research into mouthguards. Dillon is passionate about providing high standards of dentistry and facial aesthetic treatments. His gentle approach and high quality treatment means he has many loyal patients, including some television presenters and models. As a child, Dillon had aspirations to be a chef so in his spare time he enjoys testing new recipes on the rest of The Ivy Clinic team.
Dr Pamela Foster
BDS
GDC Number 60143
Pam qualified from Newcastle University in 1985 and is experienced in all types of dental treatment including preventative, cosmetic, crowns, veneers, bridges and whitening treatments. She has worked in the local area for the past 16 years. Her many years of experience and having two children herself gives her great understanding in treating children. Pamela is such an expert in gentle dental care she was chosen to be one of the Community Dentists for Richmond and Twickenham. In this role she treats Special Needs patients, both adults and children, referred to her by other dentists. These may be phobic patients or medically or physically compromised individuals who cannot be treated in a normal practice environment. Pamela is also the Star and Garter visiting dentist. When not working, Pamela spends time with her family, walking the dog and reading.
Dr Elham Baghaie Amirsoleimani
(Elly Amir)
BSc (Hons), BDS, MFDS (Eng)
GDC Number 72257
Elly qualified in 1996 and is passionate about providing high quality dental care. Areas of interest include children's dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and facial aesthetics. Elly has previously worked in a dental practice in Twickenham for nine years so is well known in the area. Outside of work, Elly enjoys yoga and spending time with her husband who is also a dentist.
Cheryl Gaskin
Clinic Co-ordinator
GDC Number 14853
Cheryl is a registered dental nurse and has over 13 years experience working as a dental nurse in the Teddington area. She is also trained in Dermalogica, Skinceuticals and Dermaquest advanced skin care products. Cheryl is friendly and approachable and usually your first point of contact with The Ivy Clinic. She has four sons who keep her busy outside of work and when she does get some spare time enjoys reading, knitting and photography.
Dr Ivy Chan
BSc (Hons), MBBS, FRCA
GDC Number 6054519
Ivy, whom the clinic is named after, is a hospital doctor and also holds a first class honours degree in anatomy. She is an Anaesthetic Senior Registrar, working in several London hospitals and is one of The Ivy Clinic’s medical advisors. In her spare time Ivy can be found at the gym and also enjoys reading, going to art galleries and watching musicals.
Andrea Maria De Silva
Dental Nurse
GDC Number 218237
Andrea has been working as a dental nurse since 2008 and passed her final exams in 2011 to become a fully qualified dental nurse. She assists the dentists and reassures the patients. Her cheery manner and sense of humour is always a delight to those around her. Outside of work she enjoys walking her dog, cycling, going to bootcamp and reading.
Lynn Main
Physiotherapist
BSc (Hons), MCSP
HPC Number PH55328
Lynn is a Chartered Senior Physiotherapist. She qualified in 1998 from Brunel University. She is also a qualified acupuncturist. Apart from her expertise in Sports Medicine and Orthopaedic rehabilitation, Lynn has an interest in vestibular disorders, i.e. dizziness and balance problems. Lynn enjoys running, swimming and chasing her dog around Bushy Park.
Nargis Ahmad
Osteopath
BSc (Hons) Ost
GOC Number 4593
Nargis has practiced in the Teddington area for more than 10 years and has experience treating pain in adults, children and babies. She has a special interest in cranial osteopathy for babies. Nargis is also trained in Hypnobirthing and enjoys meditation.
Terina Moran-Gentle
Chiropodist
BSc (Hons)
HPC Number CH13192
Terina qualified from the University of Westminster School of Podiatry in 1996. She has been practicing full time for the past 15 years taking a special interest in nail surgery but also undertakes routine care and orthotics. In her spare time Terina is a keen salsa dancer.
Kurt Moran
Chiropodist
BSc
HPC Number CH13887
Kurt has been a Podiatrist (chiropodist) for over fourteen years. He works in several practices and has been part of the medical team that looks after the Chelsea Pensioners. Outside of work Kurt has a passion for classic American muscle cars, which he spends more time fixing than driving but he assures us that’s all part of the fun.
Po-Yee Wong
Acupuncturist
Nursing & Midwifery Council number 70G1759E
British Acupuncture Council number 952040
Association of Traditional Chinese Medicine and Acupucture UK number FR04323
Po-Yee grew up in China and came to the UK over 40 years ago. She is fluent in English, Traditional Chinese and Simplified Chinese. She studied Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture at the Chengdu University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, China and has also trained in Hong Kongand the UK. She is also a registered UK nurse. When not treating patients, she enjoys reading and translating ancient Chinese books and spending time with her family.
Susan Allen
Reflexologist
Susan has been practicing reflexology since 1993 and has always worked in the local area. Susan’s treatments are designed to help give you a better balance of general health. Susan is passionate about her work and has a special interest in fertility and pregnancy support.
Mike Bryant
Hypnotherapist
Mike is a qualified hypnotherapist with over 30 years experience. He is co-author of the books ‘Hypnotherapy for Dummies’ and ‘Self-Hypnosis for Dummies’. When not working he enjoys writing and spending time with his family.
Katrina Durham
Beauty Therapist
BABTAC number 280779
Katrina qualified as a beauty therapist in 1995 and has worked in several leading salons and spas. She has developed a thorough understanding of the most effective beauty treatments and cosmeceutical products. Katrina regularly keeps up to date with the latest treatments and specialises in the advanced skin care treatments and products available at The Ivy Clinic. In her spare time Katrina enjoys spending time with her family and friends.
Kristy Herring
Beauty Therapist
BABTAC number 270392
Kristy is a very experienced beauty therapist, qualifying in 1994. She also worked for four years as one of the make-up artists for TV shows including Casualty and Stars In Their Eyes Kids. She has also worked on TV commercials for Sainsburys and Natwest and for magazines including Cosmopolitan and Hello. Outside of work Kristy spends her time looking after her family and socialising with friends.
Candice Brown
Beauty Therapist
BABTAC number 997831
Candice qualified in 2006 and is very popular with clients. She is the main beauty therapist at our branch in Nuffield Health Club Twickenham where she provides a wide range of treatments including waxing, IPL hair removal and chemical peels. When not working Candice enjoys photography, horse riding and keeping fit.
Nadia Rennie
Beauty Therapist
BABTAC number 996194
Nadia studied beauty therapy at West Thames College and qualified in 2009. Nadia performs a range of treatments at the clinic including waxing, dermalogica facials, manicures, pedicures, eyelash/brow tinting and spray tanning. Nadia works at The Ivy Clinic on Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays. The rest of her week is spent looking after her young son and in her spare time she enjoys reading and going to watch live music.
