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Dr Clare Tong

General Practitioner

About Dr Clare Tong

Personal Profile

Dr Clare Tong is an experienced and compassionate General Practitioner dedicated to providing personalised, high-quality healthcare. She takes the time to understand each patient's individual needs, helping them make informed decisions about their health and wellbeing in a supportive and professional environment.

After graduating from Southampton University Medical School in 2006, Dr Tong completed her GP Specialty Training in 2011. She has worked across a variety of NHS GP practices in Reading and Wokingham, as well as in urgent care settings, gaining extensive experience in managing both acute and long-term health conditions.

Alongside her private GP practice, Dr Tong continues to work as an NHS GP and runs her own online GP service, supporting patients throughout the UK, with a particular focus on the Hong Kong British National (Overseas) community. Dr Clare Tong has been providing online GP services since 2023 and has since established a trusted presence within the UK Cantonese community. She is pleased to be offering face to face appointments at the Circle Hospital in Reading. 

Fluent in both Cantonese and English, she helps patients navigate the UK healthcare system with confidence, combining clinical expertise with an appreciation of their cultural background and healthcare expectations.

Passionate about health education, Dr Tong regularly shares evidence-based health information through social media and community health talks. She is known for her warm, approachable manner and commitment to delivering exceptional patient care, reflected in the consistently outstanding feedback and 5-star reviews she receives from her patients.

Patient Testimonials:

  • Dr. Tong is an exceptional doctor who truly cares about her patients. She takes the time to listen attentively and asks thoughtful questions, making me feel heard and understood. What stands out for me is how clearly and simply she explains my symptoms, helping me fully understand my health without feeling overwhelmed. On top of that, she speaks perfect Cantonese, which made me feel even more comfortable to discuss my worries. Her compassion and professionalism left me feeling safe and supported in her care, every time. I can't recommend her more highly enough! – Patient review on iWantGreatCare
  •  Dr Tong is a very patient and friendly GP. She listened to all my symptoms and provide great empathy. Her attention to detail were top notch. I feel I am in safe hands and I would definitely recommend Dr Tong to my friends and families. – Patient review on iWantGreatCare
  •  I have always felt reluctant about sharing my mental health with others. And today I did just that. Dr Tong made me feel seen and understood. She was kind, reassuring and respectful. Thank you again Dr Tong. – Patient review on iWantGreatCare
  •  Dr. Tong is a kind and gentle doctor who enables patients to comfortably discuss their symptoms. I feel that Dr. Tong addresses every question or concern from patients with dedication. As a UK-registered GP, Dr. Tong provides valuable UK medical information and processes while also understanding the needs of Hong Kong patients.  – Patient review on iWantGreatCare

Clinical interests 

  • All aspects of general practice
  • Women’s Health and Family Planning 
  • Menopause
  • Mental Health
  • Health Checks
 

Professional Memberships

  • Bachelor of Medicine BM
  • Member of Royal College of General Practitioner MRCGP (2011)
  • Diploma of Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology DRCOG
  • Diploma of Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health DFSRH
  • Letter of Competence in Intrauterine Techniques (LoC IUT)
  • Letter of Competence Subdermal Contraceptive Implant Techniques Insertion and Removal (LoC SDI-IR) 
 

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Languages spoken

English

GMC number

6135269
A General Medical Council (GMC) number is a unique ID that shows a specialist is officially registered and approved to practice medicine in the UK.

Professional memberships

  • Bachelor of Medicine BM
  • Member of Royal College of General Practitioner MRCGP (2011)
  • Diploma of Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology DRCOG
  • Diploma of Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health DFSRH
  • Letter of Competence in Intrauterine Techniques (LoC IUT)
  • Letter of Competence Subdermal Contraceptive Implant Techniques Insertion and Removal (LoC SDI-IR) 
 

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  • You can either book an consultation via the online booking process, fill in the enquiry form, or give us a call at 0808 101 0337.

  • Find out how much private healthcare costs and how these prices break down.

  • Whether you have your own private medical insurance policy or are covered through your employer, we'll guide you through how to make a claim for treatment at a Circle Hospital.

  • The number one benefit of private healthcare for most people is that you'll experience a shorter waiting time for treatment. We don't have long waiting lists, and in general you'll simply get treatment as and when you need it.

    As a private patient, you shouldn't experience long waits between appointments. We can usually offer you an initial consultation within days of you getting in touch, and we'll book you in for the treatments you need on a date and time that suits you.

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