MEET THE TEAM

A Team That Cares as Much as You Do

Meet the Team at Dr Indra Functional Medicine

Welcome to Dr Indra Functional Medicine, the only clinic of its kind in the UK. We’re proud to offer a truly multidisciplinary team, working together to support your health and wellbeing. Our expert team includes functional medicine GPs, a Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialist, a Psychiatrist, a Nutritional Therapist, an Integrative Pharmacist, an Integrative Psychotherapist, Life and Health Coaches, and a dedicated Patient Care Team.

FOUNDER & LEAD GP

Dr Indra Barathan

Functional Medicine GP
MBBS, DRCOG, DFFP, MRCGP, IFMCP

Dr. Indra offers a personalised and holistic approach to healthcare, focusing on identifying and addressing the root causes of chronic conditions rather than merely treating symptoms.

Areas of Expertise

  • Chronic Disease Management: Cholesterol, High Blood Pressure, Diabetes

  • Weight Loss

  • Anxiety and Depression

  • Fatigue

  • Bloating and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

  • Thyroid Disorders

  • Female Hormonal Imbalances: Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, Premenstrual Tension, Endometriosis, Heavy and Painful Periods

  • POTS (Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome)

  • Stress Management

  • Long Covid

  • Immune Mediated Behaviour Change (Adult)(Pans & Pandas) 

OUR DOCTORS

Dr Ailsa Care

Functional Medicine GP
MBChB, MRCGP, AFMCP

Dr Natasha Patel

Diabetes & Endocrinology Specialist
BSc(Hons) MBBS, FRCP EMBA

Dr Pratima Singh

Psychiatrist
BSc(Hons) MBBS, FRCP MBA 

NUTRITION, MENTAL HEALTH & LIFE COACHING

Cori Flynn

Nutritional Therapist

Bobby Sira

Integrative Pharmacist
/ Life & Health Coach

Ruth Tarr

Integrative
Psychotherapist

Nicki Chandraraj

Life & Health Coach

PATIENT CARE TEAM

Sarah Hatfield

Patient Manager

Ellie Hughes

Patient Administrator 
& Care Coordinator

Avril Bunton-Williams

Business Support Manager

Meet your Care Team

Our team brings together a wealth of experience in both conventional medicine and the functional approach. 

We believe working as a team is the best way to understand your health, giving you the greatest chance for real, lasting change. Each of us specialises in key areas of health and wellbeing, so we can offer truly holistic support.

With a focus on personalised, compassionate care, we’re here to uncover the root causes of your health concerns and help you rediscover your own innate health.

Healthcare as Individual as You Are

Discover how we can help you restore balance and vitality—explore the wide range of conditions we treat, from common concerns to complex health challenges. If you’ve struggled to find answers elsewhere, we’re here to provide the support and solutions you’ve been searching for.