Dr Philippa Stennings-Smith

Dr Philippa Stennings-Smith is a dedicated Anaesthetist who provides comprehensive perioperative care for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures. Specialising in modern anaesthetic techniques, she focuses on ensuring patient comfort, safety, and optimal clinical outcomes before, during, and after surgery. Her professional approach centres on delivering calm, reassuring care tailored to the individual medical needs of each patient.

Dr Stennings-Smith undertook her postgraduate specialty training through the East of England School of Anaesthesia. Alongside her clinical practice, she is actively involved in medical education, clinical research, and healthcare quality improvement. Her academic contributions include published research into target-controlled infusion pump systems and perioperative cardiopulmonary exercise testing for pre-operative risk assessment prior to major surgical operations.

With a strong emphasis on thorough pre-assessment, Dr Stennings-Smith works closely with multidisciplinary surgical and clinical teams to develop individualised anaesthetic management plans. She remains committed to upholding the highest standards of safety and patient-centred care, ensuring that every individual feels fully informed, supported, and confident throughout their surgical journey.