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Top 10 Gynaecologists in the UK

Top 10 Gynaecologists in the UK

Finding the right gynaecologist in the UK can be challenging, especially for fertility issues, endometriosis, fibroids, PCOS, or menopause.

To make your search easier, we have compiled a complete list of 10 leading gynaecologists in the UK, covering different areas of women’s health.

From fertility and IVF to menopause, endometriosis and gynaecological surgery, this guide highlights specialists based on their qualifications, experience and expertise.

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How We Selected the Top 10 Gynaecologists

Choosing the right gynaecologist involves more than looking at qualifications alone.

We considered several important factors to create a balanced and useful list for patients.

Our selection was based on:

  • Qualifications and specialist training
  • Consultant-level clinical experience
  • Areas of specialist and subspecialist expertise
  • Experience treating complex gynaecological conditions
  • Expertise in fertility, reproductive medicine and menopause
  • Surgical and minimally invasive treatment experience
  • Academic, teaching and research involvement
  • Current roles in recognised NHS and private healthcare services

We also reviewed available professional and healthcare information to ensure the list provides reliable, relevant and useful guidance for patients.

List of 10 Best Gynaecologists in the UK

Here is a quick list of 10 leading gynaecologists in the UK, covering key areas such as fertility, menopause, endometriosis, and reproductive surgery.

  1. Professor Bassel H. Al Wattar
  2. Dr Sophie Clarke
  3. Dr Vikram Talaulikar
  4. Ms Esha Saha
  5. Dr Efstathios Theodorou
  6. Mr Adrian Lower
  7. Dr Shreelata Datta
  8. Dr Prashant Purohit
  9. Miss Kate Maclaran
  10. Mr Haider Jan

See the detailed profiles above for each gynaecologist’s qualifications, experience and specialist expertise.

1. Professor Bassel H. Al Wattar

MD, PGD, MRCOG, PhD

Professor Bassel H. Al Wattar is recognised as one of the leading gynaecologists in the UK and practices at The Luna Clinic.

He provides specialist care in IVF, fertility, reproductive surgery, endocrine gynaecology, and menopause.

Key Expertise

  • IVF and fertility treatment
  • Reproductive and minimally invasive surgery
  • PCOS and ovulation disorders
  • Fertility preservation
  • Endocrine gynaecology
  • Menopause and complex hormonal care
  • Recurrent implantation problems
  • Research and academic medicine

He is an RCOG-accredited IVF and reproductive surgery subspecialist and a British Menopause Society-accredited menopause specialist, combining advanced clinical expertise with academic experience in women’s reproductive health.

Prof Bassel Wattar​
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2. Dr Sophie Clarke

MBBS, MRCP, PhD

Dr Sophie Clarke is among the leading reproductive endocrinology specialists in the UK, specialising in fertility, hormonal health and reproductive disorders.

She combines specialist clinical experience with academic and research expertise.

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Reproductive endocrinology
  • PCOS and ovulation disorders
  • Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI)
  • Fertility and IVF treatment
  • Turner syndrome
  • Complex reproductive conditions
  • Endocrine aspects of IVF

Her expertise makes her a strong choice for women seeking specialist care for fertility and hormone-related reproductive health concerns.

3. Dr Vikram Talaulikar

MBBS, MD, FRCOG, PhD

Dr Vikram Talaulikar is among the leading gynaecologists and reproductive medicine specialists in the UK, with particular expertise in fertility, reproductive endocrinology, and menopause.

He is also a British Menopause Society-certified menopause specialist.

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Fertility and reproductive medicine
  • Reproductive endocrinology
  • PCOS treatment
  • Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI)
  • Recurrent miscarriage
  • Male-factor subfertility
  • Menopause and hormonal health
  • Early pregnancy care

His combination of clinical, academic and specialist experience makes him a strong choice for patients seeking expert care for fertility, hormonal and menopause-related concerns.

Dr Vikram Talaulikar​
Esha Saha Profile

4. Ms Esha Saha

MBBS, MA (Cantab), FRCOG

Ms Esha Saha is among the leading menopause and gynaecology specialists in the UK, with extensive expertise in menopause care, HRT and general gynaecological conditions.

She also leads a specialist menopause service at St George’s University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Menopause and HRT
  • Menopause-related hormonal concerns
  • Pelvic ultrasound
  • Outpatient hysteroscopy
  • Early pregnancy care
  • Acute gynaecology
  • Gynaecological diagnosis and assessment

Her expertise makes her a strong choice for women seeking specialist care for fertility and hormone-related reproductive health concerns.

5. Dr Efstathios Theodorou

MD, FRCOG

Dr Efstathios Theodorou is among the leading fertility and IVF specialists in the UK, with more than 25 years of experience in gynaecology and reproductive medicine.

His practice focuses on fertility treatment, IVF, and complex reproductive concerns.

Key Areas of Expertise

  • IVF and fertility treatment
  • Recurrent IVF failure
  • Recurrent miscarriage
  • Low ovarian reserve
  • PCOS and fertility problems
  • Egg freezing and fertility preservation
  • Egg donation and surrogacy
  • Fertility second opinions

His extensive experience makes him a strong choice for patients seeking specialist support with complex fertility problems, IVF treatment, or previous unsuccessful fertility treatment.

Dr Efstathios Theodorou

6. Mr Adrian Lower

Consultant Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist

Mr Adrian Lower is among the experienced gynaecologists and fertility specialists in the UK, with more than three decades of experience in gynaecology, reproductive medicine and surgery.

His specialist work covers both fertility care and complex reproductive conditions.

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Fertility and reproductive medicine
  • Fibroids
  • Asherman’s syndrome
  • Reproductive surgery
  • Fertility assessment
  • Assisted conception
  • Egg freezing and fertility preservation
  • Gynaecological ultrasound

His particular expertise in fibroids and Asherman’s syndrome makes him a valuable option for women experiencing fertility difficulties linked to uterine conditions or intrauterine adhesions.

7. Dr Shreelata Datta

Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Dr Shreelata Datta is among the leading consultant gynaecologists in the UK, with more than 15 years of clinical experience in general and specialist gynaecology.

She is also a lead colposcopist, with expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of women’s health conditions.

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Endometriosis and pelvic pain
  • Fibroids
  • PCOS
  • Menstrual disorders
  • Vulval conditions
  • Hysteroscopy and laparoscopy
  • Pelvic ultrasound
  • Colposcopy and abnormal smear management

Her broad clinical expertise makes her a strong choice for women seeking specialist care for endometriosis, menstrual problems, fibroids, PCOS and other gynaecological conditions.

8. Dr Prashant Purohit

Consultant in Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine

Dr Prashant Purohit is among the leading fertility and reproductive medicine specialists in the UK, working across gynaecology, fertility, and reproductive medicine at King’s College Hospital and King’s Fertility.

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Fertility treatment and IVF
  • Fertility preservation
  • PCOS and reproductive health
  • Endometriosis
  • Fibroids
  • Menopause and hormonal health
  • Menstrual disorders
  • Laparoscopic and hysteroscopic surgery

He also has British Fertility Society accreditation in subfertility and assisted conception, supporting his specialist expertise in fertility care.

His combination of reproductive medicine and minimally invasive surgical experience makes him a strong choice for patients seeking comprehensive fertility and gynaecological care.

9. Miss Kate Maclaran

Consultant Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist

Miss Kate Maclaran is among the leading fertility and reproductive medicine specialists in the UK, with specialist training in reproductive medicine and surgery.

She provides care for women with a range of fertility and reproductive health concerns.

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Fertility assessment and treatment
  • IVF and assisted conception
  • Low ovarian reserve
  • Premature ovarian insufficiency (POI)
  • Egg freezing and fertility preservation
  • PCOS and ovulation induction
  • Menopause and reproductive health
  • Reproductive surgery

Her combination of fertility, reproductive medicine and surgical expertise makes her a strong choice for women seeking specialist care for fertility problems and wider reproductive health concerns.

10. Mr Haider Jan

Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist

Mr Haider Jan is among the leading gynaecologists in the UK for endometriosis and minimally invasive surgery.

He is a BSGE-accredited endometriosis specialist and has extensive experience treating complex gynaecological conditions using advanced keyhole techniques.

Key Areas of Expertise

  • Endometriosis and pelvic pain
  • Fibroids and adenomyosis
  • Ovarian cysts
  • Minimal access and keyhole surgery
  • Hysteroscopy
  • Asherman’s syndrome
  • Abnormal uterine bleeding
  • Menopause and HRT
  • Fertility-sparing surgery

His specialist experience in endometriosis, complex gynaecological surgery and fertility-sparing treatment makes him a strong option for women who require advanced investigation or minimally invasive care.

Comparison of the Best Gynaecologists in the UK

Each gynaecologist has different areas of specialist expertise.

The table below gives you a quick comparison of their main strengths, helping you identify the specialist who best matches your symptoms, condition or treatment needs.

Gynaecologist

Best Suited For

Key Specialisms

Surgical Expertise

Professor Bassel H. Al Wattar

Fertility, IVF & menopause

IVF, fertility, PCOS, menopause, reproductive medicine

Reproductive & minimally invasive surgery

Dr Sophie Clarke

Hormonal & fertility problems

Reproductive endocrinology, PCOS, POI, IVF

Specialist reproductive care

Dr Vikram Talaulikar

Fertility & menopause

Fertility, PCOS, menopause, POI, recurrent miscarriage

Reproductive medicine

Ms Esha Saha

Menopause & general gynaecology

Menopause, HRT, hysteroscopy, early pregnancy

Outpatient hysteroscopy

Dr Efstathios Theodorou

Complex fertility & IVF

IVF, recurrent IVF failure, low ovarian reserve, fertility preservation

Fertility-related procedures

Mr Adrian Lower

Fibroids & Asherman’s syndrome

Fertility, fibroids, Asherman’s syndrome, reproductive medicine

Reproductive surgery

Dr Shreelata Datta

Endometriosis & general gynaecology

Endometriosis, fibroids, PCOS, menstrual disorders

Hysteroscopy & laparoscopy

Dr Prashant Purohit

Fertility & reproductive medicine

IVF, fertility preservation, PCOS, endometriosis, menopause

Laparoscopic & hysteroscopic surgery

Miss Kate Maclaran

Fertility & IVF

IVF, egg freezing, low ovarian reserve, PCOS, menopause

Reproductive surgery

Mr Haider Jan

Endometriosis & keyhole surgery

Endometriosis, fibroids, adenomyosis, abnormal bleeding

Minimal access & keyhole surgery

What Conditions Do the UK's Leading Gynaecologists Treat?

Gynaecologists manage a wide range of women’s health conditions. Depending on their subspecialty, this may include:

  • Endometriosis and pelvic pain
  • Uterine fibroids and adenomyosis
  • PCOS and hormonal disorders
  • Infertility and subfertility
  • IVF and fertility treatment
  • Menopause and perimenopause
  • Heavy or irregular periods
  • Ovarian cysts
  • Abnormal vaginal bleeding
  • Premature ovarian insufficiency
  • Recurrent miscarriage
  • Asherman’s syndrome
  • Menstrual disorders
  • Vulval conditions
  • Abnormal cervical screening results

Which Type of Gynaecologist Should You See?

The right gynaecologist depends on your symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment needs.

Different specialists focus on different areas of women’s health, so choosing someone with relevant expertise can help you receive more targeted care.

Your Main Concern

Specialist to Consider

Fertility or IVF

Reproductive medicine or fertility specialist

PCOS or hormonal problems

Reproductive endocrinologist

Menopause or HRT

Menopause specialist

Endometriosis or pelvic pain

Endometriosis specialist

Fibroids or adenomyosis

Gynaecologist with surgical expertise

Abnormal or heavy bleeding

General or specialist gynaecologist

Fertility preservation or egg freezing

Fertility and reproductive medicine specialist

Complex gynaecological conditions

Consultant gynaecologist or relevant subspecialist

Cervical screening abnormalities

Colposcopy specialist

Need for keyhole surgery

Minimally invasive gynaecological surgeon

If you are unsure which specialist you need, your GP can assess your symptoms and refer you to the most appropriate gynaecology service.

How to Choose the Best Gynaecologist in the UK

Choosing a gynaecologist is easier when you know what to look for. Consider these key factors before booking your appointment:

  1. Their specialist area – Does their expertise match your condition?
  2. Qualifications – Look for appropriate specialist and subspecialist training.
  3. Clinical experience – Particularly important for complex or surgical conditions.
  4. NHS or private practice – Consider access, waiting times and cost.
  5. Hospital facilities – Check whether scans, surgery and other investigations are available.
  6. Communication style – You should feel comfortable asking questions and discussing treatment options.
  7. Second opinions – These can be useful for complex diagnoses or major treatment decisions.

How Much Does a Gynaecologist Cost in the UK?

Private gynaecology fees vary according to the consultant, location, hospital and complexity of the appointment. 

Initial consultations commonly range from around £200 to £350 or more, while specialist investigations, ultrasound scans, procedures and surgery cost extra.

For example, one current private listing for Dr Prashant Purohit lists an initial consultation price of £250, while a current Spire listing for Mr Haider Jan states an initial consultation from £300.

Always confirm the full cost before booking, including consultation, diagnostic tests and follow-up appointments.

NHS vs Private Gynaecology in the UK

Both NHS and private gynaecology can provide high-quality specialist care. The main differences are usually access, choice and payment.

Feature

NHS Gynaecology

Private Gynaecology

Cost

Usually free at point of use

Self-funded or insurance

Referral

Usually GP or healthcare referral

Often direct booking

Waiting time

Can be longer

Often shorter

Choice of consultant

Depends on service

Usually greater choice

Investigations

NHS pathways

Often arranged privately

Follow-up

Within NHS pathway

Usually consultant-led privately

When Should You See a Gynaecologist?

You should consider seeing a gynaecologist if you have ongoing or unusual symptoms that affect your reproductive or gynaecological health.

Common Reasons to See a Gynaecologist

  • Heavy, painful or irregular periods
  • Pelvic or lower abdominal pain
  • Pain during sex
  • Difficulty becoming pregnant
  • Symptoms of PCOS, fibroids or endometriosis
  • Menopause or perimenopause symptoms
  • Unusual vaginal discharge or discomfort
  • Abnormal cervical screening results
  • Ongoing or unexplained gynaecological symptoms

If your symptoms are new, persistent or worrying, speak with your GP or a qualified gynaecologist for appropriate assessment and advice.

Final Thoughts

The UK has many highly experienced gynaecologists specialising in fertility, menopause, endometriosis, reproductive medicine and gynaecological surgery.

This list highlights specialists with expertise across these key areas.

The best choice depends on your condition, symptoms and treatment needs. A specialist who regularly treats your specific concern may be the most suitable option.

Before booking, check their qualifications, current practice, availability and fees. You can also speak with your GP if you are unsure which type of gynaecologist you need.

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