OUR TEAM OF DENTISTS
Stephen Anderson
BDS MFDS RCSEd DipImpDent RCSEd AssocFCGDent
Clinical Director
Practice limited to Implant Dentistry
GDC No 150548
Stephen qualified from Queen’s University Belfast in 2008. After completing his Vocational Training, he spent two years as a Senior House Officer and Specialty Doctor in Oral Surgery. During this time, he obtained Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgeons (MFDS) from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh, achieving the highest mark in the examination and earning the prestigious John Smith Medal.
Stephen then gained experience in private practice in Australia and Singapore before working as a lecturer in the Oral Surgery department at Trinity College Dublin. During this period, he published several articles in peer-reviewed journals. He went on to complete a two-year diploma program in implant dentistry, earning his Diploma in Implant Dentistry (DipImpDent) from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.
Since 2020, Stephen has focused exclusively on dental implants, offering everything from straightforward single-tooth replacements to complex full-mouth reconstructions using extra-maxillary implants.
In 2024, he was admitted to the College of General Dentistry’s Implant Mentor register, a rigorous, peer-reviewed process that reflects his expertise, experience, and commitment to professional development. He was also awarded Associate Fellowship of the College.
Stephen lives locally with his wife and daughter. Outside of dentistry, he enjoys traveling, staying active, and playing the guitar.
Katharine Cordner
BDS MFGDP DPDS
Clinical Director Platinum Invisalign Provider
GDC No 80800
Katharine qualified as a dentist in 2002 from the University of Wales College of Medicine. She began her career as a Royal Navy Dentist, providing dental care to personnel onboard ships around the world for five years before transitioning into general practice.
She has obtained membership to the Faculty of General Dental Practitioners (MFGDP), a Diploma in Postgraduate Dental Studies (DPDS), and a PGDip in Clear Aligner Therapy. Additionally, she has completed three years of certificate courses in Restorative and Cosmetic Dentistry.
With a particular interest in orthodontics, Katharine provides both clear aligners and fixed braces. She has completed advanced training in Clear Aligner Therapy and enjoys mentoring newly qualified Invisalign providers.
Outside of dentistry, Katharine is married to a GP and has three children. She has a keen interest in fitness and sports and is deeply passionate about wild animal conservation, having volunteered in Africa.
Andrew Browne BDS
Associate Dentist
GDC No 61674
Andrew Browne qualified as a dentist from the University of Sheffield in 1986 .
He worked in general practice in the UK and then spent 7 years in Australia in a variety of roles where he also took a Graduate Diploma in Professional Management. After returning to the UK he gained a Masters degree in Prosthodontics (complex restorative dentistry) from Manchester University in 1998.
He became a partner at Evesham Place in 2002 and then Clinical Director. Andrew has since retired leadership of Evesham Place Dental to Stephen & Katharine.
Sarah Patterson
BDS (Hons) MFDS RCSEd
Associate Dentist
GDC No 150548
Sarah studied dentistry at the University of Birmingham and has obtained Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgeons (MFDS) from the Royal College of Surgeons in Edinburgh.
Sarah is passionate about providing high quality patient care and putting anxious patients at ease. Sarah is particularly interested in restorative dentistry and placed 3rd in the 2018 Dentsply Sirona Clinical Case Competition competing against dentists from across the UK. Sarah has also completed a Postgraduate Certificate in Contemporary Restorative and Aesthetic Dentistry in 2022.
Outside of dentistry Sarah enjoys creating ceramics, netball and wild swimming.
Laura De Souza BDS
Associate Dentist
GDC No 153833
Deip Sohal
Associate Dentist
BDS (Sheffield)
GDC No. 302225
Deip graduated from Sheffield University in June 2022 and joined Evesham Place Dental in 2023. As a dedicated dentist, Deip is committed to delivering high-quality care, ensuring patient comfort, and achieving excellent results through minimally invasive techniques. He has completed several postgraduate training programs and is particularly passionate about aesthetic treatments, such as tooth whitening and composite bonding, to enhance both function and appearance for a natural smile.
Deip values clear communication as a foundation for building trust with his patients and is committed to achieving long-term oral health goals.
Outside of work, Deip enjoys spending time with family and friends and is an avid football player.
Dr Sumeet Champaneri
BDS (Hons), MFDS RCPS (Glasg) PGCert Med Ed FHEA
Associate Dentist
GDC No 258895
Sumeet qualified from The University of Sheffield in 2015. Since this, Sumeet has undertaken a postgraduate diploma with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow and has worked within the Department of Restorative Dentistry at the Royal London Dental Hospital, London. During this year, Sumeet gained an accreditation in Conscious Dental Sedation and won the 2017 British Society of Restorative Dentistry Poster Presentation Prize. More recently, Sumeet has worked within the Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Department at the Queens Medical Centre, Nottingham and has had the opportunity to present at the World Congress of Dental Traumatology International Conference in San Diego.
Sumeet believes in providing high quality patient care and enjoys all aspects of general dentistry but has developed a particular interest in Restorative Dentistry. Sumeet strives to continue his knowledge and skill development and is therefore currently undertaking the Postgraduate Certificate in Medical Education with the University of Staffordshire.
Outside of dentistry, Sumeet enjoys travelling and participating in sports such as Football and Badminton.
Baldish Nandra
BDS, MSc (Endo)
Dentist with Special Interest in Endodontics
Bal qualified from Guys, Kings and St. Thomas’ Dental School at the University of London in 2008. Following this he went on to gain further experience working in hospital dentistry for a number of years in consultant led departments. Specifically, at King’s College Dental Institute, London, in Oral Surgery, Oral Medicine, Special Care and Sedation, Paediatrics and Restorative Dentistry, and at Bristol in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery. During this time Bal passed his exams to gain Membership of the Joint Dental Faculties of the Royal College of Surgeons, London in 2010 (MJDF) and Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgery of the Royal College of Surgeons, Edinburgh in 2011 (MFDS).
This gives him a broad range of knowledge and experience to deal with more advanced procedures which he manages in private practice. Specifically, Bal has a special interest in Endodontics, culminating in his achievement of an MSc in Endodontics with merit (Master’s degree in Root Canal treatments) where he attained a distinction in his final dissertation. He accepts referrals for all types of cases in this field in a number of private practices across the Midlands.
As well as being a member of the British Endodontic Society, he has also been a member of the Society for the Advancement of Anaesthesia in Dentistry (SAAD) and has considerable experience in treating anxious and nervous patients priding himself on patients saying he has a gentle touch and calm demeanour.
Bal is extremely passionate about providing comfortable, high-quality treatment and care to his patients. His focus is on further education and is dedicating his clinical time fully to patient care in the field of endodontics.
Gráinne Quirke
BDS MFDS RCSEd
Facial Aesthetics Dentist
GDC No 150467
Gráinne graduated from the Queen’s University of Belfast in 2008 with Distinction in Oral Surgery and Oral Medicine, before returning home to the West Midlands to complete her Vocational Training. She first came to Stratford-upon-Avon as a general dental practitioner in 2009 and achieved Membership of the Faculty of Dental Surgeons (MFDS) from the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh in 2011.
Gráinne went on to complete a Senior House Officer posting at the Dublin Dental University Hospital, gaining further valuable experience in the areas of Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, Oral Medicine and dental trauma.
Following a time in private practice in Singapore, Gráinne returned to practice in Stratford and developed a special interest in facial aesthetics and injectable medicine, committing herself to comprehensive training within this discipline. She is passionate about safety in aesthetics and providing her patients with the highest levels of care.
Gráinne is currently undertaking her Level 7 Post Graduate Aesthetic Medicine Diploma, a qualification approved by the Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners and the current gold standard in UK aesthetic medicine.
Gráinne now limits her practice to injectable aesthetics and relishes the opportunity to build excellent rapport with her patients, providing bespoke treatments that enhance rather than obscure their natural features.
Gráinne lives locally with her husband and two young children. Outside of clinic Gráinne is a keen runner and enjoys yoga, cooking and travelling.
Julian Smith
Clinical Dental Technician
GDC No 130889
Julian qualified in 1991 from Matthew Boulton Technical College with a BTEC National Diploma in Dental Technology after completing 5 years of training in dental laboratories providing high quality technical dentistry.
With over 25 years of experience as a qualified dental technician, Julian has become a respected technologist to some of the UK leading dentists.
Julian is actively involved in the postgraduate teaching of dentists at the Birmingham Dental Hospital (BDH), Manchester Dental Education Centre (MANDEC), and at the Worcester Royal Hospital.
Julian is constantly updating his learning and embraces all techniques, new and old which he feels can optimise the end result of the dentures that he constructs.
Julian studied at the Royal College of Surgeons for the Diploma in Clinical Dental Technology in which he gained a distinction.
This course developed his knowledge and skills to ensure that he can provide optimum solutions to problems faced by patients in pursuit of quality dentures and technical dentistry.
Hygienists & Therapists
Elizabeth Mandela
Dental Hygienist
GDC No 4742
Liz qualified at Birmingham Dental Hospital in 1994. Receiving an award for clinical skills on completion of her Diploma in Dental Hygiene.
She has had the privilege of providing dental hygiene services to our patients at Evesham Place for over 25 years and very much continues to enjoy to do so.
Elizabeth has a special interest in treating patients with periodontal disease and helping them maintain their oral health and advising and treating patients with implants. With her family now grown up, her free time is spent visiting family in Sicily, going to the gym or relaxing with a good book.
Isobel Hurst
Dental hygiene therapist
GDC No 264425
Isobel qualified in 2016 from the University of Birmingham gaining both Honours & Clinical distinction with her degree.
Her role as a dental therapist involves educating patients on how to improve their oral hygiene and gum health. She can also carry out fillings on both adults and children, plus perform extractions of deciduous (baby) teeth.
Isobel enjoys spending her weekends playing hockey and socialising with her friends and family.
Heather Stockil
Dental Hygienist
GDC No 2022
Heather joined the practice in 2009. Outside work she enjoys cycling and spending time with her family and grandchildren
Kathryn Bann
Dental hygiene therapist
GDC 124796
Kathryn began her career in dentistry at the age of 16 as a dental nurse. Her passion for oral healthcare led her to pursue further qualifications, and in 2008, she graduated as a Dental Hygiene Therapist from Liverpool University. With over a decade of experience, she has developed a reputation for her compassionate care and commitment to patient wellbeing.
She recently relocated from the North West and is excited to bring her expertise to a new community.
Outside work, she enjoys spending time with her husband, Gareth, and their two beloved dogs, Winnie and Aniko exploring nature on long walks.
Dental Nurses
Jessica de Sousa RDN
Lead Dental Nurse
GDC 286726
Jess joined the team in 2017 as an apprentice, qualifying in 2019 with the Level 3 Dental Nursing Diploma. Jess provides chairside assistance and has a special interest for implants, surgical procedures and sedation.
Toni Faulkner RDN
Orthodontic Treatment Coordinator
GDC No 268559
Lynn Churcher
Decontamination Nurse
GDC No 120004
Lynn joined the team in 2006 as a qualified dental nurse with over 40 years’ experience, she has a keen interest in cross infection and decontamination.
Emma Djukic RDN
GDC No 155713
Elannah Packhurst RDN
GDC No 286 726
Nicola Sandwell RDN
GDC No 233731
Nicky joined the team in 2010 as a trainee, qualifying with the National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN 2012.
Stephanie Welch RDN
GDC No 117648
Steph joined the team in 2008 and holds the NVQ Level 3 Oral Health Care in Dental Nursing qualification.
Shannon Grubb
Qualified Dental Nurse
Luliana Tataru RDN
GDC No. 260960
Luliana joined the practice in 2020 as a qualified Dental Nurse holding the National Diploma in Dental Nursing NEBDN. Iuliana has experience supporting children and nervous patients.
Lisa Pattison RDN
GDC No 145539
Lisa joined the team in 2007 and holds the National Certificate NEBDSA qualification. Lisa is our Treatment Coordinator and also assists with implants, surgical procedures and sedation.
Tilly Walker
Trainee Dental Nurse
As a dedicated Trainee Dental Nurse, Tilly is committed to learning and developing the skills necessary to provide excellent care to our patients. Currently undergoing training, Tilly supports our experienced dental team with various tasks, including assisting during procedures, ensuring a clean and organized environment, and providing patient support.
With a passion for dentistry and a strong desire to grow in the field, Tilly is eager to expand her knowledge and expertise in dental care. Tilly brings a friendly and caring approach to every patient interaction, always aiming to make the dental experience as comfortable and positive as possible.
We’re excited to have Tilly as part of our team and look forward to their continued growth in the profession!
Practice Development
Katie Griffiths
Business Development Manager
With a strong focus on driving excellence, Katie is dedicated to the success and growth of the practice. She is responsible for overseeing the achievement of key business objectives, including revenue targets, KPIs, and cost management. Katie excels in creating new business opportunities by nurturing existing relationships and establishing new ones. Her leadership and motivational skills inspire the team to consistently meet the practice’s goals of commitment to excellence
Katie manages all HR-related matters for both employed and self-employed colleagues, ensuring a positive and supportive work environment. With a passion for fostering strong connections, she builds lasting relationships with current and future clinicians. She also recruits, retains, and leads a team of over 30 professional self-employed clinicians, alongside a dedicated team of nurses and receptionists.
Katie’s commitment to the success of the practice ensures high-quality care and service for all patients, while continually striving to enhance the team’s performance and satisfaction.
Reception team
Paula Ayers
Lead Patient Coordinator
Paula is head receptionist and joined the team in 2002.
Lucy McAdam
Patient Coordinator
Elaine Ledden
Patient Care Coordinator
Elaine joined the practice in 2020 as a receptionist.
Clair Patterson
Patient Care Coordinator
Clair joined the practice as a dental nurse in 1998, and now works on reception.
Treatment Coordinator
Charlotte Heritage
Treatment Coordinator
Kim Cooper RDN
Treatment Coordinator
GDC No. 258992
