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Blackburn Enterprise Centre, Furthergate. Blackburn, BB1 3HQ.
Jolene Gregory is the Co-Managing Director of Local Primary Care with over 25 years of experience in general practice, where she started her career. She is passionate about both general practice and patient care. Jolene has a proven track record in creating and managing innovative general practice and primary care services at scale. She has led programs that enhance healthcare delivery, align clinical systems and processes to reduce unwarranted variation, and integrate pathways of care with various health providers. Jolene specialises in streamlining general practice operations, improving access and patient outcomes, and supporting practice resilience by fostering collaborative partnerships within general practice and Primary Care Networks (PCNs).
Julie Kenyon is the Co-Managing Director and Chief Pharmacist of Local Primary Care, with over 30 years of experience in the NHS. She brings a wealth of experience to Local Primary Care, working closely with General Practice, Primary Care Networks (PCNs), and developing the PCN workforce. Julie has demonstrated success in optimising patient care across both secondary and primary care settings, having held significant commissioning and provider roles. She has been instrumental in the transformation of medicines and pharmacy services, including the development of innovative deployment models across multiple Primary Care Networks (PCNs). Julie has led numerous large-scale projects addressing health inequalities and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.
Dr Mohammed Umer has extensive experience in primary care and holds the position of Clinical Director. He has a strong focus on healthcare innovation and is involved in implementing policies that improve patient access to high-quality care. His leadership has contributed to the effective functioning of various healthcare programs.
Dr Ridwaan Ahmed is the Clinical Director for the North Primary Care Network, where he plays a key role in leading collaborative efforts across local GP practices to improve services and deliver high-quality, patient-centred care. He is also actively involved in wider system initiatives, supporting innovation and integrated working across the local health economy.
Alongside his network role, Dr Ahmed is GP Principal and Partner at his practice, where he has worked since 2012. He serves as the Safeguarding and Prevent Lead, reflecting his commitment to safe, inclusive, and accountable care.
Dr Pervez Muzaffar is the Clinical Director of Darwen Primary Care Network, leading the coordination and development of integrated services across local GP practices. He also serves as the Clinical Lead for ELMS, the Out of Hours Service provider for East Lancashire and Blackburn with Darwen, supporting safe, accessible care beyond core hours. A GP Partner at Darwen Healthlink since 2004, Dr Muzaffar has held various leadership roles within former PCT and CCG structures, including Executive Member and Communications & Engagement Lead. He is actively involved in public health initiatives, promoting health improvement, social integration, and awareness around immunisations, organ donation, and screening programmes.
Raised in the close-knit community of Orkney, Dr Adam Black trained as a doctor and GP in Glasgow before embarking on three years of voluntary work in India. As a partner at Cornerstone Practice, Dr Black has been instrumental in the opening of Bentham Road Health Centre and currently practices at Shadsworth Surgery. In addition to his clinical work, Dr Black has extensive experience in NHS management, serving within the Clinical Commissioning Group. He holds the position of Clinical Director for Blackburn with Darwen East Primary Care Network, where he continues to lead with a focus on patient-centred care.
Born and raised in Blackburn, Dr Hussain Moosa obtained his medical degree from the University of Liverpool and completed his GP training in East Lancashire. He currently serves as a GP partner in Blackburn and is the Clinical Director for the West Primary Care Network. Dr Moosa is also the Palliative and End of Life GP Lead for Pennine Lancashire, as well as Lancashire and South Cumbria, providing clinical leadership to the Strategic Clinical Network. His dedication to compassionate care at critical life stages is a hallmark of his practice.
Dr Tanveer Ahmed has been a dedicated GP in the local community for the past 16 years. He serves as a partner at Shifa Surgery and is the Medical Director for Albion Mill Intermediate Care. Dr Ahmed\'s areas of expertise include diabetes, research, and digital innovation in healthcare. His commitment to improving patient outcomes and exploring new healthcare technologies drives his practice.
