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

Dr. Karan Rajan

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

Dr. Alex George

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

Dr. Anita Mitra

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

Dr. Ranj Singh

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

Dr. Phil Hammond

5. Dr. Phil Hammond

X: @drphilhammond 

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

Kris Hallenga

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

Dr. Naomi Potter

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

Dr. Rachel Clarke

8. Dr. Rachel Clarke

X: @doctor_oxford

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

Lucy Wyndham Read

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

Dr. Amir Khan

10. Dr. Amir Khan

X: @DrAmirKhanGP 

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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