Miss Lamia Zafrani
MBChB MRes MFH MRCOG
Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Miss Lamia Zafrani is a highly experienced Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology with over 10 years of clinical expertise. A member of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG), she provides comprehensive, evidence-based care to women at all stages of life. Her areas of interest span early pregnancy, menstrual disorders, menopause, pelvic floor health, and a wide range of gynaecological conditions.
In addition to her broad clinical practice, Miss Zafrani is a recognised expert in female athlete health, with specialist training in pregnancy and postpartum athleticism. She supports both recreational and elite athletes in managing their reproductive health while preserving performance and long-term well-being. Her work includes safe training in pregnancy, structured return-to-sport protocols, and the management of complex gynaecological issues in physically active women.
She is the founder of a specialist consultancy that works with sports organisations to deliver performance-aligned obstetric and gynaecological support, including RED-S risk management, preconception optimisation, and postpartum recovery strategy. She also serves as a lecturer and expert contributor in pregnancy and postpartum athleticism coaching, helping to shape best practices in this emerging field.
Miss Zafrani graduated from the University of Manchester Medical School and completed a Master of Research (MRes) in Maternal-Fetal Health. She underwent specialist training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in North West England and Kent, Surrey, and Sussex, followed by a Clinical Fellowship in Urogynaecology at Frimley Park Foundation Trust. Her advanced education includes focused modules in Early Pregnancy, Acute Gynaecology, and High-Risk Obstetrics, as well as specialist training in pregnancy and postpartum care for athletes.
Her qualifications include:
- MBChB, University of Manchester Medical School
- MRes, Maternal-Fetal Health
- PGDip in Medical Education in the Workplace (Edge Hill University)
- MRCOG, Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
- Pregnancy and Postpartum Athleticism Coaching Certification
Miss Zafrani currently serves as a Consultant at Wexham Park Hospital, Frimley Park Foundation Trust, and is committed to improving outcomes for women through integrated clinical care, education, and innovation in reproductive and performance health.
Publications
Miss Zafrani has contributed to national and international journals and conferences, including:
Degeneration of a Fibroid: A challenging diagnosis- Case Report. World Family Medicine. 2021; 19(7): 89-91 DOI: 10.5742/MEWFM.2021.94081
UK- ARCOG (2017) Does the operator training level affect the outcome of a rotationaldelivery? BJOG;124(s5)29-29
UK-ARCOG (2017) ReDeFiNE (Rotational Delivery at Full Dilatation); A national prospective service evaluation of deliveries complicated by malposition in the second stage. BJOG;124(s5)28-28
Presentations
RCOG World Congress Oman (2024) Acute Coronary Syndrome in pregnancy: A case Report.
National Research Collaborative Meeting Birmingham (2017). Are fetal and maternal outcomes of obstetric interventions better with occiput transverse or occiput posterior position in the second stage of labour?
National RCOG Trainee Conference Leeds (2017). Does the operator training level affect the outcome of a rotational delivery.
BSGE ASM Cornwall (2016). To Morcellate, or not to Morcellate; that is the question. (Poster presentation)
RCOG Annual Academic meeting in O&G London 2011. The Effect of Homocysteine on Cytotrophoblast Prolifera.on in First Trimester Placenta. (Poster Presentation)
Research
- MRes Maternal Fetal Health. St Marys Hospital Manchester 2009-2011. The Effect of Homocysteine on Cytotrophoblast Proliferation on First Trimester Placenta.
Procedures Offered
- Early pregnancy and gynaecological scans
- Endometrial and cervical biopsies
- Pessary fitting, removal, and change
- Coil insertion, removal, and replacement (with or without anaesthesia or sedation)
- Cautery of cervical ectropion
- Cervical polyp removal
- Genital swabs and smear tests
Areas of Expertise
General Gynaecology Consultations
Miss Zafrani manages a variety of gynaecological conditions, including:
- Heavy or irregular menstrual bleeding
- Painful menstruation (dysmenorrhea)
- Pelvic pain and dyspareunia (painful intercourse)
- Premenstrual dysphoric disorder (PMDD)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Endometriosis
- Genital skin conditions
- Incontinence, urgency, and prolapse
Menopause Management
- Perimenopause care
- Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)
- Post-menopausal bleeding
Adolescent Gynaecology
- Menstrual irregularities
- Absent or delayed periods
- Painful periods
- Early puberty
- Paediatric gynaecological consultations
Early Pregnancy Care
- Reassurance scans (6 weeks+)
- Management of early pregnancy complications such as pain, bleeding, and recurrent miscarriage
Preconception Counselling
- Managing maternal medical conditions
- Optimizing fertility and addressing subfertility
Well-Woman Consultations
- Routine health checks, including scans and smear tests
- General health and wellness advice
Gynaecology for Athletes
- Antenatal, pregnancy, and postpartum care for athletes
- 6–8-week postpartum and fitness-to-return-to-sport checks
- Addressing gynaecological concerns affecting athletic performance
