Miss Iranthi Meththananda

Dr Iranthi Meththananda PhD MBBS MRCOG

Consultant Gynaecologist

Specialist in Fertility, Early Pregnancy, Pelvic Pain & Advanced Gynaecological Diagnostics

Dr Iranthi Meththananda is an experienced Consultant Gynaecologist with a dual background in scientific research and clinical medicine. She is known for her calm, thoughtful approach and her commitment to ensuring patients feel fully informed and supported throughout their care.

Her clinical practice spans fertility, early pregnancy, pelvic pain, gynaecological ultrasound, and minimally invasive surgery. She brings a strong academic foundation to her work, beginning with a PhD at Barts & The London School of Medicine, where she studied microbiome development on biomaterials—an early indication of her interest in precision diagnostics and personalised care.

She completed her medical degree at University College London (UCL) in 2010, followed by the Academic Foundation Programme at Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, working across Charing Cross and St Mary’s Hospitals. Dr Meththananda obtained her Membership of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (MRCOG) in 2016.

Her specialist training in obstetrics and gynaecology took place across highly regarded centres in London and Kent. During this time she undertook advanced clinical training in subfertility, early pregnancy care, general gynaecology and rapid-access clinics for suspected cancer. She was awarded a competitive fellowship in Gynaecology Diagnostics at University College London Hospital (UCLH), where she developed advanced skills in pelvic ultrasound, including imaging for endometriosis and adenomyosis, and the assessment of complex gynaecological conditions.

In 2022, Dr Meththananda was appointed Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Medway NHS Foundation Trust, where she is the Fertility Lead and provides specialist expertise in early pregnancy and acute gynaecology.

Clinical Areas of Expertise

Fertility & Early Pregnancy

• Comprehensive fertility investigations, including HyCoSy
• Management of recurrent miscarriage
• Early pregnancy assessment and MVA (manual vacuum aspiration) procedures

Pelvic Pain & Menstrual Disorders

• Specialist ultrasound for endometriosis and adenomyosis
• Pelvic pain assessment and management
• Management of abnormal uterine bleeding
• Menopause care, including bleeding on HRT
• PMS / PMDD

Diagnostic & Surgical Care

• ‘One-stop’ rapid diagnostic clinics for suspected gynaecological cancer
• Outpatient hysteroscopy
• Fibroid management and resection
• Open and minimally invasive gynaecological surgery

She is an experienced educator, having taught at national level, and is passionate about ensuring that future clinicians develop strong skills in evidence-based, compassionate care.

Her philosophy of care

Patients often describe Dr Meththananda as warm, clear, and reassuring. She places great importance on listening closely, explaining options in a way that feels accessible, and working collaboratively to develop an individualised plan. Whether supporting someone through a fertility journey, investigating pelvic pain, or managing complex gynaecological conditions, she ensures her care is grounded in the latest evidence and delivered with empathy.

Above all, she is deeply committed to empowering patients—helping them feel informed, confident, and actively involved in decisions about their health every step of the way.