Dr Luxmi Velauthar

MBChB, MRCOG, MD(Res)

Clinical Director & Consultant Gynaecologist
GMC Number: 4649597

Dr Luxmi Velauthar

MBChB, MRCOG, MD(Res)

Clinical Director & Consultant Gynaecologist
GMC Number: 4649597

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Dr Luxmi Velauthar is a highly experienced Consultant Gynaecologist and Clinical Director of Gynaecology Clinic London, with more than 25 years of experience diagnosing and treating a wide range of women’s health conditions. She provides specialist care for menopause, abnormal bleeding, pelvic pain, endometriosis, fibroids, PCOS, ovarian cysts, cervical abnormalities, contraception, fertility concerns, and other complex gynaecological conditions.

Known for her warm, compassionate approach, Dr Velauthar takes the time to listen, understand each patient’s concerns, and develop a personalised treatment plan tailored to their individual needs. Many women seek her expertise for ongoing symptoms, a second opinion, or when they are looking for clear answers, an accurate diagnosis, and specialist-led care.

Alongside her private practice, Dr Velauthar is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Barts Health NHS Trust, one of the largest NHS trusts in the United Kingdom. She has held senior clinical and leadership roles throughout her career and combines extensive experience with the latest evidence-based approaches to women’s healthcare. Her focus is on helping women feel informed, supported, and confident in their healthcare decisions, while delivering the highest standards of consultant-led care.

Areas of Clinical Expertise

Dr Velauthar is an experienced Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with specialist expertise in general gynaecology, menopause care, fetal medicine, and the management of complex pregnancy complications. She has extensive experience caring for women across all stages of life, from adolescence and reproductive health through to pregnancy, menopause, and beyond.

Her clinical practice encompasses the diagnosis and treatment of a broad range of gynaecological conditions, including menstrual disorders, pelvic pain, endometriosis, fibroids, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), ovarian cysts, cervical abnormalities, fertility concerns, and recurrent miscarriage.

In addition, Dr Velauthar has a particular interest in fetal medicine and high-risk pregnancy care, including the management of pre-eclampsia, fetal growth restriction, preterm birth, and other complex obstetric conditions. Her unique combination of expertise in both gynaecology and pregnancy care allows her to provide comprehensive, personalised support for women throughout their healthcare journey.

Education & Training

Dr Luxmi Velauthar graduated from the University of Dundee Medical School before undertaking specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology within some of London’s leading teaching hospitals. Following completion of her specialist training, she was awarded Membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (MRCOG), a prestigious qualification recognising advanced expertise in women’s health and specialist gynaecological care.

Dedicated to continually advancing her knowledge and improving outcomes for women, Dr Velauthar pursued higher academic training and completed a Doctorate in Medical Research (MD(Res)) at Queen Mary University of London. Her doctoral research focused on the prediction and prevention of pre-eclampsia and other pregnancy complications, contributing to the understanding of maternal and fetal health and helping to inform evidence-based clinical practice.

Throughout her career, Dr Velauthar has combined academic excellence with extensive clinical experience, enabling her to provide patients with the latest evidence-based investigations and treatments. Her strong research background underpins her approach to patient care, ensuring that clinical decisions are guided by the most up-to-date medical evidence and best practice guidelines.

In addition to her clinical work, Dr Velauthar has remained actively involved in medical education and the training of future healthcare professionals. She has taught and mentored medical students, junior doctors, and specialist trainees throughout her career, reflecting her commitment to maintaining the highest standards of women’s healthcare.

Education & Training

Dr Velauthar has a strong academic and research background, complementing her extensive clinical experience in women’s health. Throughout her career, she has contributed to research focused on improving the diagnosis, management, and outcomes of a wide range of obstetric and gynaecological conditions, with particular interests including endometriosis, recurrent miscarriage, pre-eclampsia, preterm birth, fetal growth restriction, diabetes in pregnancy, menopause, and broader women’s health outcomes.

She has presented her research at both national and international conferences and has authored and co-authored numerous peer-reviewed publications in leading medical journals. Her work has contributed to the growing body of evidence that informs modern clinical practice and advances standards of care for women.

As a clinician with both research and academic expertise, Dr Velauthar is committed to practising evidence-based medicine and ensuring her patients benefit from the latest developments in women’s healthcare. By combining scientific knowledge with more than 25 years of clinical experience, she provides care that is both highly personalised and informed by the most up-to-date medical evidence.

In addition to her research activities, Dr Velauthar has been actively involved in teaching and mentoring medical students, junior doctors, and specialist trainees throughout her career, helping to educate the next generation of healthcare professionals and contributing to the ongoing advancement of women’s health services.

Teaching & Professional

Dr Velauthar has a longstanding commitment to medical education and the training of future healthcare professionals. She teaches and examines both undergraduate medical students and postgraduate doctors and has played an active role in the development of specialist trainees in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.

She has served as Course Director for specialist training programmes in obstetric ultrasound and practical laparoscopic gynaecological surgery, helping to train clinicians in advanced diagnostic and surgical techniques. In addition, she has contributed to international educational and charitable initiatives focused on improving women’s healthcare through clinician training, education, and service development.

Her ongoing involvement in teaching and professional development reflects her commitment to maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice and women’s healthcare.

Women's Health Leadership & Global Health Initiatives

Dr Velauthar is passionate about improving women’s health beyond her clinical practice and has been actively involved in a number of educational, charitable, and healthcare development initiatives both within the UK and internationally.

Working alongside healthcare professionals, educators, and community organisations, she has helped support projects focused on women’s health education, clinician training, and the development of sustainable healthcare services. Through these initiatives, she has contributed to improving awareness of women’s health issues, expanding access to education, and supporting the professional development of healthcare teams involved in maternity and gynaecological care.

As an experienced clinician, educator, and healthcare leader, Dr Velauthar believes that improving women’s health requires not only excellent clinical care but also investment in education, training, and service development. Her involvement in these initiatives reflects a longstanding commitment to improving healthcare standards and advancing women’s health outcomes both locally and globally.

Our Locations

Our consultants see patients across leading private hospitals and clinics in London, including Harley Street, Canary Wharf, and The Portland Hospital. These locations provide access to high-quality facilities, advanced diagnostics, and specialist women’s healthcare within comfortable and modern clinical settings.