Hi, my name is Tom Coe and I’m a freelance acupuncturist and locum GP based in the village of Notton, West Yorkshire.

I began my medical journey in 1996 when I enroled at the University of Liverpool School of Medicine, graduating with honors in 2001. After completing junior doctor training on the Wirral, I returned to my home county of Yorkshire to pursue GP training, qualifying in 2005. In 2008, I passed my membership exams for the Royal College of General Practitioners.

From 2005 to 2015, I worked as a full-time GP partner at Chapelthorpe Medical Centre in Wakefield. This experience gave me extensive exposure to a broad spectrum of diseases, across multiple specialties. I am skilled in diagnosing and managing a wide range of conditions, including musculoskeletal, respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, gastrointestinal, ENT, dermatological, neurological, psychiatric, psychological, men’s health, palliative care, pediatrics, obstetrics, and gynecology.

In addition to my clinical work, I enjoyed mentoring and teaching junior doctors and advanced clinical practitioners. I have managed patients with complex care needs, such as those with chronic pain, dementia, learning disabilities, end-of-life care, and elderly patients in care homes.

After ten years as a GP partner, I switched to work as a freelance GP locum. In this role I provide support to NHS practices during periods of high demand, staff illness, or parental leave. This change allows me to spend more time with my growing family whilst pursuing my biggest passion – acupuncture.

My interest in acupuncture grew from dissatisfaction with conventional treatments for chronic pain, muscular disorders, and mental health issues. Recognising the benefits of acupuncture, I have sought to integrate it into my practice. As a member of the British Medical Acupuncture Society (BMAS), I have studied Western Medical Acupuncture and I continue to enhance my skills through their internationally recognized education system. I am committed to the highest standards of practice and continuing professional development, which is required for both my BMAS membership and my registration as a GP.

I remain on the Primary Performers List for Yorkshire and Humberside, which is necessary to practice as a GP, I undergo annual appraisal as part of statutory revalidation and I continue to hold full registration with the General Medical Council (GMC).

For more information on BMAS check out their website at: https://www.medical-acupuncture.co.uk/ or to find me on their website, visit their Find a Practitioner page (enter “Thomas”, “Coe” and “BMAS member” and it should find me, confirming my active membership).

It is important that you have confidence that you are choosing an acupuncturist with the right skills and qualifications. Being an active member of BMAS means that I have achieved an appropriate level of knowledge and skills and that I continue to improve these each year.

BMAS teach Western Medical Acupuncture. This is allied to but not the same as Traditional Chinese Medicince Acupuncture. Click the link to learn more about Western Medical Acupuncture.

I believe my long experience as a GP adds a valuable dimension to my acupuncture practice and gives you, the patient, the confidence that you will get a thorough assessment, the correct diagnosis and an evidence based treatment plan, tailored to your particular needs.