Top 10 U.K. Social Media Influencers in Healthcare
Using our extensive media database, we compiled a list of the top 10 social media influencers throughout the United Kingdom and operating in the Healthcare space. Our solution makes it easy to find — and connect with — the influencers that matter to you.
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*Data as of August 2025
1. Dr. Karan Rajan
Instagram: @drkaranrajan
Platform/ Role: NHS Surgeon, Educator
Bio: Dr Karan Rajan is an NHS general surgeon and clinical lecturer at the University of Sunderland. He creates evidence-based health education content on social media, debunking medical myths and promoting public health, while championing responsible, expert-led healthcare communication.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 1.9M
2. Dr. Alex George
Instagram: @dralexgeorge
Platform/ Role: A&E Doctor, Mental Health Advocate
Bio: Dr Alex George is a former NHS A&E doctor and the UK’s Youth Mental Health Ambassador. He advocates for young people’s mental health through media, public campaigns, and educational initiatives.
Location: UK
Followers: 2.2M
3. Dr. Anita Mitra
Instagram: @gynaegeek
Platform/ Role: Consultant Clinical Oncologist, Gynaecologist
Bio: Dr Anita Mitra is leading services for prostate, bladder, and penile cancers, including HDR brachytherapy. She also specializes in gynaecological oncology and menopause care. Known as “The Gynae Geek,” she uses her platform to break down menstrual, contraceptive, and cancer-related health topics, while actively practicing and speaking on women’s health.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 167K
4. Dr. Ranj Singh
Instagram: @drranj
Platform/ Role: Pediatrician, TV doctor
Bio: Dr. Singh is an NHS pediatrician and well-known TV doctor on ITV’s Morning Live. In addition to practicing medicine, he writes children’s books about health and wellbeing and leads campaigns around youth mental health and inclusivity.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 347K
5. Dr. Phil Hammond
Platform/ Role: Comedian‑GP, Former NHS GP
Bio: A retired GP and medical comedian, Dr. Hammond is active on stage and media as a critic of the NHS system. His 2025 tours and publications focus on health policy satire and the importance of transparency in government healthcare decisions.
Location: Bristol, UK
Followers: 107.4K
6. Kris Hallenga
Instagram: @howtoglitteraturd
Platform/ Role: Cancer Campaigner, Charity Founder of CoppaFeel!
Bio: A terminal breast cancer survivor and founder of the charity CoppaFeel!, Kris is a leading health advocate for early breast cancer detection. Her work focuses on reaching young people through schools and national media campaigns.
Location: Cornwall, UK
Followers: 156K
7. Dr. Naomi Potter
Instagram: @dr_naomipotter
Platform/ Role: Dermatologist‑GP, Social Educator
Bio: A GP with specialism in menopause and dermatology, Dr. Potter educates women about hormonal health via social media, media appearances, and collaboration with fellow advocates. She continues clinical practice and contributes to national HRT conversations.
Location: London, UK
Followers: 232K
8. Dr. Rachel Clarke
Platform/ Role: Palliative Care Doctor, Author, Media Contributor BBC, Guardian
Bio: Dr Rachel Clarke is an NHS palliative care doctor and medical journalist. She writes about end-of-life care and NHS issues for major outlets and is the author of several bestselling books on healthcare.
Location: Oxford, UK
Followers: 264.6K
9. Lucy Wyndham‑Read
Instagram: @lucywyndhamread
Platform/ Role: Fitness Trainer & Wellness Influencer
Bio: Lucy is a former army PT instructor and one of the UK’s most popular fitness influencers. She produces free, science-based home workout videos and educational content aimed at improving long-term physical and mental wellbeing.
Location: Sussex, UK
Followers: 279K
10. Dr. Amir Khan
Platform/ Role: NHS GP, Resident Doctor
Bio: Dr Amir Khan focuses on public health education, preventative medicine, NHS advocacy, and addressing health inequalities. His work emphasizes patient empowerment, community health outreach, and increasing awareness of chronic conditions such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease.
Location: Leeds, UK
Followers: 241.5K
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