Dr Srividhya Sankaran
Professional statement
Dr Srividhya Sankaran is a highly-experienced consultant in maternal-fetal medicine (MFM) and obstetrics, based in London. She specialises in MFM, baby ultrasounds and fetal medicine alongside medical complications, childbirth and caesarian section (C-section) and privately practises at Guy's and St Thomas' Private Healthcare and 77 Wimpole Street of Royal Brompton and Harefield Hospitals' Specialist Care Outpatients and Diagnostics. She was also the Joint Head of Obstetrics at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust.
Dr Sankaran is a leading figure in the obstetrics field, having worked in reputed maternity hospitals both in India and currently in London. Working closely with a highly-skilled team of multidisciplinary professionals including midwives, sonographers and adult, paediatric and medical surgical specialists, she calmly manages emergency situations which results in the best outcome regarding safety and a positive experience for parents.
Dr Sankaran's educational achievements include an MBBS from Tirunelveli Medical College in India and an MD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherri, India. She also has an NBE Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the National Board of Examinations, Delhi, an MRCOG in the same subject from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London and a CCST in obstetrics and gynaecology with subspecialist accreditation in maternal fetal medicine.
Dr Sankaran, who jointly leads specialist antenatal clinics for women with auto-immune conditions such as lupus and antiphospholipid syndrome, utilises her specialist interest in high risk obstetrics, antenatal scans and procedures for suspected genetic conditions and growth problems as honorary senior lecturer at King's College London. Additionally, she holds the position of training programme director in obstetrics and gynaecology for Health Education England.
Dr Sankaran is actively involved in research and her work has been published in various peer-reviewed journals and formed presentations for invited lectures at international conferences and webinars. Furthermore, she has organised several obstetric ultrasound workshops at various institutions in London and India. She is also a fellow of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London (RCOG) and a member of the British Maternal and Fetal Medicine Society (BM&FMS). She has been a specialist advisor in obstetrics for the Care Quality Commission since 2019.
Clinics
Westminster Bridge Consulting Rooms at St Thomas' Hospital Private Healthcare.
Central London, Westminster Bridge Road, SE1 7EHMedical insurances accepted
Credentials
Professional experience
- 21 years of experience
- Consultant, Maternal-fetal medicine and obstetrics, Guy's and St Thomas' Private Healthcare (Present)
Subspecialties
- Cervical assessments
- General pregnancy consultations
Professional memberships
- Fellow, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, London (RCOG) (Present)
- British Maternal and Fetal Medicine Society (Present)
Education
- MBBS, Tirunelveli Medical College, Tirunelveli, India (1994)
- MD, Obstetrics and gynaecology residency programme, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherri, India (1999)
Teaching posts
- Honorary senior lecturer, King's College London (present)
- Training programme director in obstetrics and gynaecology, Health Education England (2022 - present)
Positions in organisations
- Specialist advisor (SpA) in obstetrics, Care Quality Commission (2019 - present)
- Abortion advisor, Department of Health and Social Care (2017 - present)
Publications and conferences
- Fetal macrosomia Vieira, M. C., Sankaran, S. & Pasupathy, D., May 2020, In: Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine. 30, 5, p. 146-151
- A descriptive single-centre experience of the management and outcome of maternal alloantibodies in pregnancy: Maternal alloantibodies in pregnancy
Chatziantoniou, V., Heeney, N., Maggs, T., Rozette, C., Fountain, C., Watts, T., Harrison, C., Pasupathy, D., Sankaran, S., Kyle, P. & Robinson, S., 1 Aug 2017, In: Transfusion Medicine. 27, 4, p. 275-285
Prizes and awards
- First rank in general surgery, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherri, India (1995)
- First rank in obstetrics and gynaecology, Jawaharlal Institute of Postgraduate Medical Education and Research, Pondicherri, India (1995)
Languages spoken
- English
- Hindi
Reviews
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- Dr Sankaran had good availability and was on time for our online appointment. She listened to our circumstances and asked questions. She gave clear information and reassurance about the future, including risks and ways to manage them.
- Very nice doctor she took the time to answer my questions and concerns. Very professional I highly recommend.
- I felt in very safe hands with Dr Sankaran, who was very encouraging and gentle throughout the process. She explained each step thoroughly. I couldn’t have had a better experience.
- Responds to queries patiently and is always available to deal with urgent issues and unscheduled visits. She promptly diagnosed and managed my late onset gestational diabeties. Felt very safe and confident in her care. Would recommend her very highly.
- I was under the care of Dr Sankaran for my first pregnancy and cannot recommend her highly enough. Her credentials speak for themselves but she was also thorough, kind and extremely responsive, which made us feel like we were in very safe hands. Despite several adverse factors, we now have a happy, healthy little boy.
- We couldn't have better services than this. My wife delivered a boy via C-section under her supervision. Dr Sri was always approachable over phone and in person. She has a very friendly and compassionate approach. She took care of my wife in all manner. Can't recommend her enough
- From the 32nd week of my pregnancy I was observed by Dr. Sankaran, and she performed the c-section itself. I received a very attentive professional treatment, the doctor was always in touch and regularly inquired about my well-being. My child and I feel great after the operation
- I cannot recommend Dr Sankaran highly enough. I had a wonderful birthing experience through elective c-section with her and the great team she works with.