Dr Neil Leigh-Collyer
Medical director
An experienced General Practitioner in both NHS and private practice and an Advanced Aesthetic Practitioner and
His focus is on providing an accessible private GP service for those clients who would benefit from prompt advice and treatment with the assurance of rigorous medical standards, comprehensive assessment and continuity of care. He is known for his calm, meticulous and ethical approach with the ability to listen, explain and treat with clarity, warmth and clinical precision.
Alongside this, Neil is highly trained in modern regenerative science, specialising in natural results through collagen-stimulating techniques, subtle facial rejuvenation, precision muscle-relaxing treatments, advanced dermal enhancements and medical-grade skin therapies. Every treatment plan is bespoke and based on a deep understanding of facial anatomy, ageing pathways and patient safety.
At The Old Rectory Clinic, Neil oversees all treatments personally, ensuring a genuine doctor-led service in elegant surroundings where discretion, clinical excellence and patient trust remain at the centre of care. Combining a lifelong career in General Practice with advanced expertise in modern regenerative aesthetic medicine, his passion is helping patients feel confident, refreshed and authentically themselves, without obvious or artificial change.
Pauline Leigh-Collyer
practitioner
Pauline has spent a lifetime in healthcare in both the NHS and the private sector. An advanced practitioner during her career in acute accident and emergency care, she has worked and managed hospitals in the private sector and provided best practice and healthcare safety advice nationally on behalf of the Department of Health.
It has been both Pauline and Neil’s ambition to combine all their experience and advanced skills to deliver a bespoke medical and regenerative aesthetic service to the local community in Essex. Pauline has extensive training in skin care and aesthetic treatments over many years, right up to the most modern and scientific therapies currently available.
The ultimate goal for Pauline will be to provide the best holistic care for clients seeking either general medical care or progressive regenerative treatments to help them live their best lives at whatever age. She believes that The Old Rectory Clinic will provide the right combination of professional, high-end therapies with the warmth and empathy of a couple who have lived and breathed clinical excellence and safety for decades.
Our Treatments
Discover our full range of doctor-led services designed to help you look and feel your very best.
COSMETIC TREATMENTS
Subtle, non-surgical enhancements that refresh your appearance while preserving your natural look.
MEDICAL TREATMENTS
Advanced, doctor-led procedures that address underlying skin concerns and promote long-term skin wellness.
Why Choose The Old Rectory Clinic?
Choosing the right clinic for your treatment is essential to achieving safe, natural-looking results. Here’s why discerning clients trust The Old Rectory Clinic with their aesthetic care.
Doctor-Led Clinic
Every treatment is performed or overseen by qualified medical professionals with extensive training in aesthetic medicine. Our clinical expertise ensures precision, safety, and results that truly enhance your natural features.
Safety + Trust + Clean + Medical
We operate to the highest medical standards with rigorous protocols for hygiene, patient safety, and clinical excellence. Your wellbeing is our absolute priority, and we maintain the same standards you’d expect from any medical facility.
Fully Insured
We’re comprehensively insured, giving you complete peace of mind. This professional indemnity coverage reflects our commitment to accountability and the serious, medical approach we take to every treatment.
High-End & Private Clinic
Our exclusive, private environment offers discretion, comfort, and luxury. Set in a beautiful old rectory, we’ve created a premium space where you can relax completely, away from the clinical feel of typical medical settings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who will perform my treatment?
All treatments at The Old Rectory Clinic are performed by qualified medical professionals. Depending on your chosen treatment, you’ll be treated by one of our doctors or by our registered nurse or senior practitioner, all of whom work under medical supervision. During your consultation, you’ll meet your practitioner and have the opportunity to discuss their experience and qualifications.
Are all your practitioners medically qualified?
Yes. Our team consists of fully qualified doctors, a registered nurse, and senior practitioners who have completed extensive medical-grade aesthetic training. Everyone on our clinical team maintains professional registrations, ongoing CPD (Continuing Professional Development), and works to strict medical protocols. This medical foundation is what sets us apart from non-medical aesthetic practitioners.
Can I request to see a specific practitioner?
Absolutely. If you have a preference for a particular practitioner, simply let us know when booking your consultation or treatment. We’re happy to accommodate requests where possible, though for certain specialist treatments, we may recommend the team member with the most relevant expertise for your needs.
How experienced is your team with my specific concern?
Our practitioners have collectively performed thousands of treatments across all areas of aesthetic medicine. During your consultation, we’ll discuss your specific concerns and you’ll have the opportunity to ask about your practitioner’s experience with similar cases. We’re always honest about what we can achieve and will only recommend treatments we’re confident will deliver the results you’re hoping for.
Ready to Enhance Your Natural Beauty?
Take the first step towards a refreshed, more youthful appearance with The Old Rectory Clinic’s expert-led treatment. Our experienced medical team is ready to create a personalised treatment plan tailored to your unique facial structure and aesthetic goals.