As a London-based GP with 28 years of experience, including 12 years specialising in private practice, I provide comprehensive family healthcare at Mayfield Clinic London. My expertise spans all aspects of Family Practice, with particular focus on adolescent wellbeing, preventative health screenings for men and women, and modern menopause management using 'body identical hormones'. With international training from the University of Adelaide and multiple UK postgraduate qualifications, I offer patients attentive, personalised care supported by strong professional networks with specialists throughout London and internationally.
With twenty-eight years as a practicing GP in central London, Dr. Carolyn Barshall brings exceptional expertise to the Mayfield Clinic. For the past twelve years, she has focused predominantly on private practice while maintaining her NHS registration, including support during the Covid-19 pandemic.
Born and educated in Australia, Dr. Barshall trained at the University of Adelaide where she began her General Practice training. She relocated to London in 1989 to study Anaesthetics, initially planning to return to Australia as a rural GP. However, London became her permanent home, where she established her distinguished medical career.
Dr. Barshall has achieved numerous prestigious postgraduate qualifications in the UK:
As an active member of the Independent Doctors Federation (IDF), Dr. Barshall regularly attends postgraduate meetings to maintain her cutting-edge knowledge and skills. Her commitment to continuous professional development is further demonstrated through her participation in several prestigious medical groups:
As both a family GP and mother of two daughters, Dr. Barshall brings a wealth of personal and professional experience to her practice. Her special interests include:
Dr. Barshall has cultivated an excellent network of specialists and therapists for referral when appropriate, ensuring comprehensive care for her patients.
Dr. Barshall refers patients to consultants at all leading independent hospitals in England and has established strong international connections. Her extensive network of medical contacts in major cities worldwide allows her to facilitate seamless care for patients who travel or work overseas.
As a valued member of the Mayfield Clinic team in London, Dr. Barshall delivers exceptional family-centred care with particular expertise in women's health, adolescent wellbeing, and mental health support. Her approach combines thorough medical assessment with compassionate, personalised care.
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