
Professional statement
Dr Ehsan Karimiani is a consultant clinical geneticist and GMC-registered medical doctor with an MD and PhD in Medical Genetics from the University of Manchester. He practises at Kensington International Clinic in London, where he offers both in-person and video consultations for adults, children, and families seeking expert genetic assessment, counselling, and testing. He is also the founder of London Genetics, a private service focused on delivering high-quality, accessible genomic medicine.
Dr Karimiani specialises in the diagnosis and management of rare and inherited conditions, with particular expertise in:
- Hereditary cancer genetics, including BRCA-related cancers, Lynch syndrome, and personalised cancer risk assessment
- Prenatal and reproductive genetics, including carrier screening, preconception counselling, non-invasive prenatal testing, and recurrent pregnancy loss
- Paediatric genetics, including developmental delay, congenital anomalies, and rare metabolic and syndromic conditions
- Neurogenetics and neuromuscular disorders, including rare neurological syndromes, muscular dystrophies, mitochondrial disease, and complex genotype–phenotype correlations
He has authored over 100 peer-reviewed scientific publications and has contributed to the discovery of several novel disease-causing genes. His clinical practice integrates advanced genomic technologies—such as whole-exome sequencing, genome analysis, and molecular diagnostics—to improve diagnostic accuracy and guide personalised care.
Dr Karimiani is an Honorary Lecturer at University College London (UCL), Neurogenetics Unit, where he teaches and supervises in rare disease genetics, bridging academic research with clinical practice. Through his work, he supports patients and families in understanding genetic risks, obtaining clear diagnoses, and making informed decisions about their healthcare and future planning.
Clinics

Kensington International Clinic
Central London, 2 North Terrace, South Kensington, London SW3 2BA, Reino UnidoMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 25 years of experience
- Consultant in Clinical Genetics, Kensington International Clinic, London
Subspecialties
- Clinical genetics
- Genetic testing
Education
- MD
- PhD, Medical Genetics (University of Manchester)
Teaching posts
- Honorary Lecturer, University College London (UCL), Neurogenetics Unit
Positions in organisations
- CEO, Nasle Fardā Clinic
- Head, Genetics Team, Nasle Fardā Clinic
Publications and conferences
- https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=3V9Li6AAAAAJ&hl=en
- https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ehsan-Karimiani
Languages spoken
- English
- Farsi
Reviews
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- He was great!! Very knowledgeable!
- Dr EHSAN IS AN OUTSTANDING DOCTOR AND VERY ATTENTIVE TO DETAIL !!!
- Dr Ehsan was very professional and went out of his way to be helpful. He was very thorough in explaining the situation and make it simple and easy to understand. We strongly recommend him if you have any Genetics related issues or questions.
- Dr Ehsan was very helpful, professional, and easy to talk to.Doctor's response -Thank you so much for your kind review.
- I had a very positive experience with Dr Ehsan Karimiani. He explained the genetic cancer testing process very clearly and smoothly, making complex information easy to understand. He was professional, reassuring, and took the time to answer all my questions thoroughly. I would highly recommend him.Doctor's response -Thank you so much for your kind review.
- Very nice area, staff are brilliant, l was waiting for genetic test for ages, it has done immediately and reports were ready in few weeks.
- Very nice doctor, knowledgeable and up to date! Genetic test performed in the same day and l am very happy...
- Very knowledgeable, kind, and clear in explaining genetics.
- Very knowledgeable, kind, and clear in explaining genetics.
- He made a complicated topic very simple and easy to understand.