Rainham Health Centre, North East London
Memorial plaque unveiled in honour of much-loved Rainham GP
Our practice is pleased to share that a new memorial plaque has been unveiled at Rainham Health Centre in memory of Dr Abdullah, one of the surgery’s founding GPs, fondly remembered by patients and colleagues as a “gentle giant.”
The plaque recognises his decades of compassionate, high-quality care and his profound impact on the Rainham community. His commitment to patients continues to influence the way we work today, forming the foundations on which the practice still proudly stands.
NHS North East London ICB has published a full statement celebrating Dr Abdullah’s contribution to local healthcare and the warm memories shared by those who knew him.
Read the ICB’s announcement here:
https://northeastlondon.icb.nhs.uk/news/plaque-unveiled-in-memory-of-rainham-gp-known-as-gentle-giant/
We welcome patients and community members to visit the surgery and take a moment to reflect on his remarkable service.
About Operose Health
Operose Health is the largest primary care provider in England, delivering NHS services across a wide network of GP practices. The organisation works in partnership with local Integrated Care Boards to provide accessible, high-quality healthcare and to support continuity of care for patients.
From 1 October 2025, Operose Health became the care-taking provider for Rainham Health Centre, as part of NHS North East London ICB’s decision to allocate two new primary care contracts to the organisation. Our approach is built around investing in clinical teams, improving access, and supporting practices to meet the needs of their local communities.
