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The Virtual Doctors

Also known as: The Virtual Doctors Ltd, Virtual Development UK

The Virtual Doctors run by the charity aims to provide doctor-supported diagnostic assistance to remote communities in Africa, using telemedicine.

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Activities & Mission

The Virtual Doctors run by the charity aims to provide doctor-supported diagnostic assistance to remote communities in Africa, using telemedicine.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Local Authority

Financial Information

Latest Income
£243,395
Latest Expenditure
£285,689

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 117.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 117.4%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£243,395
£285,6890 / 170
2023
£129,960
£173,5020 / 180
2022
£188,369
£192,3820 / 225
2021
£475,967
£207,0160 / 200
2020
£304,872
£311,0780 / 200

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Virtual Doctors

What does The Virtual Doctors do?

The Virtual Doctors run by the charity aims to provide doctor-supported diagnostic assistance to remote communities in Africa, using telemedicine.

How much income did The Virtual Doctors report in 2024?

The Virtual Doctors reported total income of £243k and reported expenditure of £286k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Virtual Doctors registered as a charity?

The Virtual Doctors was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 1 June 2009 as charity number 1129924. It has been registered for 17 years.

Who runs The Virtual Doctors?

The Virtual Doctors is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Naggib Chakhane. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Virtual Doctors operate?

The Virtual Doctors operates across 3 areas: Malawi, Zambia and Brighton And Hove.

Is The Virtual Doctors a registered charity?

Yes — The Virtual Doctors is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1129924.

Details

Address
SUSSEX INNOVATION CENTRE
UNIVERSITY OF SUSSEX
FALMER
BRIGHTON
BN1 9SB
Registration Date
1 June 2009
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
4044729
Charity Number
1129924

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Trustees

Naggib Chakhane Chair
Also governs 2 other charities
David Callcott
David Dutton
Dr Daniel William John Grace
Kathy Burke

Also Known As

  • The Virtual Doctors Ltd
  • Virtual Development UK

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14 May 2026
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