Dr. Robert Winston, MBBS, FRCP, FRCOG (Lord Winston)

Dr. Robert Winston is a fertility specialist at Imperial College London in London, United Kingdom. He is known for reproductive medicine, IVF and science communication.

Professor Lord Winston is emeritus professor of science and society and emeritus professor of fertility studies at Imperial College London. He helped develop tubal microsurgery and preimplantation genetic diagnosis at Hammersmith Hospital and is widely known for BBC science programmes.

About Dr. Robert Winston – Profile Identity

• Full Name: Robert Winston, MBBS, FRCP, FRCOG (Lord Winston)
• Credentials: MBBS, FRCP, FRCOG (Lord Winston)
• Specialty: Reproductive medicine and infertility
• Subspecialty and Expertise: Reproductive medicine; tubal microsurgery; preimplantation genetic diagnosis (historic clinical work)
• Current Role: Emeritus Professor of Fertility Studies and of Science and Society, Imperial College London; Member of the House of Lords
• Years in Practice: Career dates are being confirmed from the official profile
• Languages: English (confirm with the office)
• Gender: Male
• New Patients: He no longer runs a regular fertility clinic; his work is mainly academic and public engagement
• Telehealth: Not confirmed on the public profiles reviewed; ask the office whether virtual visits are offered
• NPI: Not applicable (NPI numbers are issued only to US providers)

Address & Contact

• Practice: Imperial College London
• Address: Imperial College London, Hammersmith Campus, Du Cane Road, London W12 0NN, United Kingdom (academic address; no clinic published)
• Phone: Being confirmed; use the contact details on the official website
• Fax and Email: No public fax or professional email listed on the profiles reviewed
• Website: imperial.ac.uk
• Appointments: Use the Book An Appointment button on this page or the booking line on the official website; some services need a referral
• Office Hours: Clinic days vary; confirm with the office

Specialties & Education

Conditions treated, procedures and areas of expertise listed in public professional profiles for Dr. Robert Winston:

• Infertility (historic clinical practice)
• Tubal surgery
• Preimplantation genetic diagnosis (historic research)

Education and training:

• Medical Degree: London Hospital Medical College (MBBS); dates being confirmed

Certifications, License & Affiliations

• Specialist Registration: Obstetrics and gynaecology on the GMC Specialist Register, with subspecialty training in reproductive medicine (confirm on the GMC register)
• Medical License: Licensed to practice medicine; confirm current status with the General Medical Council (GMC) register
• Hospital and Academic Affiliations: Imperial College London; Hammersmith Hospital (historic clinical base)

Insurance

NHS care is reached through GP referral to the hospital trust and is free at the point of use for eligible patients. Private appointments can be self-funded or paid through private medical insurance; check with your insurer (for example Bupa, AXA Health or Aviva) that the consultant is recognised before booking. Coverage for Dr. Robert Winston was not confirmed plan by plan.

Fees

Private consultation fees are not published on the profiles reviewed. Ask the private hospital’s bookings team for a quote; NHS care carries no consultation fee for eligible patients.

Professional Information

• Pioneer of tubal microsurgery and of preimplantation genetic diagnosis in the UK
• Life peer in the House of Lords
• Presenter of BBC series such as “The Human Body”

Reviews & Ratings

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Verification

• Imperial College London profile (imperial.ac.uk)
• UK Parliament member page
• GMC register
• Profile compiled October 1, 2026. Details marked as being confirmed should be checked against the official sources above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Dr. Robert Winston known for?

Dr. Robert Winston is known for reproductive medicine, IVF and science communication.

Where does Dr. Robert Winston practice?

He practices at Imperial College London in London, United Kingdom.

What conditions does Dr. Robert Winston treat?

He focuses on reproductive medicine, mainly through research and education today.

How can I book an appointment with Dr. Robert Winston?

Lord Winston does not run a regular fertility clinic. Use the Book An Appointment button to send an enquiry, and we can suggest a clinical fertility specialist in London.

Find MD Health Disclaimer

Provider location, specialty information, insurance participation, and availability may change. Confirm current details directly with Imperial College London.