We're changing primary care
At PCWA, our mission is simple yet transformative: to redefine the standard of Primary Care Training and Development.
Our mission
We go beyond traditional training
We are driven by an unwavering commitment to empower healthcare professionals with not only the knowledge but also the essential skills to provide exceptional patient care.
Our ethos is to instill confidence and resilience in every practitioner, ensuring they are equipped to thrive in the ever-evolving and complex landscape of primary care. By fostering an environment of empowerment, we enable healthcare professionals to rise to every challenge and seize every opportunity in their vital roles.
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primary care experience on the ground
- 300 years
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running a primary care training hub
- 5 years
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primary care training delivered
- 9,000 hours
What sets us apart
At PCWA, we’re not just building skills—we’re shaping a confident, capable, and compassionate primary care workforce ready to meet the demands of tomorrow. Together, let’s redefine excellence in patient care.
- Deep Roots in Primary Care
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Born out of primary care training hubs, we don’t just understand the challenges of the sector—we’ve lived them. From workforce pressures to delivering innovative care, our insights are grounded in real-world experience.
- Navigating Complex Landscapes
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As training hubs, we deeply understand the intricate systems and networks that healthcare professionals must navigate. We are experts in promoting workforce priorities and aligning them with the needs of the workforce, bridging the gap between strategy and practice.
- Closing the Gaps
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Having collaborated extensively with providers, we have firsthand insight into the gaps that exist in training, resources, and support. This knowledge drives us to develop programs that address these deficiencies, ensuring a stronger, more cohesive primary care system.
- Real Clinicians, Real Expertise
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Our tutors are practicing clinicians who bring invaluable, firsthand knowledge to every training session. They understand the day-to-day realities of primary care because they live them, offering practical, relevant, and impactful learning experiences.
Our team
We’re a dynamic group of individuals who are passionate about what we do and dedicated to delivering the best results for our clients.
Exec Team
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Matthew Shimwell
Chief Executive Officer
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Dr Natasha Hoare
Clinical Director
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Prof Karen Cleaver
Academic and Evaluation Lead
Operations
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Lily Watkins
Senior Comms and Marketing Lead
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Kai King
Communications Officer
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Deb Cavalli
Finance Lead
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Evie Floyd
Project Support Officer
Education
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Rebecca Corneck
Multiprofessional Educator
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Parise Wiggins
Training Programme Lead
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Theresa Frostick
Multiprofessional Educator
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Charlotte Cooley
Multiprofessional Educator
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Elia Monteiro
Multiprofessional Educator
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Dr Tom McWaters
GP Podcast Lead