Meet the team
We are a growing team of experts, including scientists, researchers, doctors, lawyers, designers, developers, and business people. All on a mission to educate, empower and help you be #ReProductive. We all bring our individual skill sets together to ensure that we can provide entirely tailored, accessible, affordable, and high-quality at-home health testing.
We are the Hertili-team.
Dr Helen O’Neill
CEO, Founder
BSc (hons), MSc, PhD
Dr Helen is a lecturer in reproductive and molecular genetics and a leading expert in reproductive science. She has a Masters in Prenatal Genetics and Fetal Medicine and a PhD in Stem Cell Biology from UCL. Her research focuses on pre-implantation embryo development and the use of CRISPR genome editing to assess understanding and treatment of disorders of infertility.
Dr Natalie Getreu
COO, Co-Founder
BSc (hons), MSc, PhD
Dr Natalie is an ovarian biologist with expertise in bringing scientific discovery to clinical practice. She has a Masters in Reproductive Science and Women’s Health and a PhD in Fertility Preservation from UCL. Her research focuses on ovarian tissue freezing, which allows women facing cancer treatment to be able to preserve their fertility.
Deirdre O’Neill
CCO, Co-Founder
BCL (hons), MA
Deirdre is our Chief Commercial & Legal Officer. She is a dual-qualified lawyer in England and Ireland and has worked in corporate law for a number of years. She has a masters in Medical Law from King’s College London. Deirdre is head of corporate strategy and deals with legal, scaling, and business operations.
Dr Srdjan Saso
Consultant Gynaecologist and Gynaecological Cancer Surgeon
MRCS MRCOG DIPM PhD
Dr Srdjan Saso is a Consultant Gynaecologist and Gynaecological Cancer Surgeon at Imperial College NHS Trust. Currently a co-investigator at the UK Uterine Transplantation team, he also sits on the Scientific Board of the International Society of Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
I can help you with:
- General gynaecology queries
- Gynaecological cancers
- Gynaecological surgeries
- Pelvic ultrasounds
- Fertility preservation
Dr Benjamin Jones
Consultant Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist
MBChB BSc (Hons) MRCOG PhD
Dr. Jones is an Obstetrician, Gynaecologist and Fertility Specialist with a focus on reproductive medicine, uterus transplantation and social egg freezing. He has worked at Queen Charlotte’s & Chelsea, Hammersmith and St Mary’s Hospitals, and IVI London.
I can help you with:
- Egg-freezing referrals and care plans
- IVF referrals and care plans
- Trying to conceive over 6 months
- Gynaecological surgery
- Hormonal symptoms
Dr. Oluremi Mogekwu
Clinician
MSc, MBBS, MRCOG
Dr. Remi Mogekwu is an Obstetrics and Gynaecology specialist registrar with a Master's in Reproductive Science and Women's Health from University College London. She is specialising in cervical and vulval disorders. Finally, she has a passion for patient education and empowerment.
Dr. Olivia Dunscombe
Clinical Advisor
MbChB BSc
Dr Olivia Dunscombe is an obstetrics and gynaecology registrar, with a special interest in psychosexual medicine and maternal medicine (caring for women with medical conditions that are trying for a pregnancy). She has experience working with women at all stages in their reproductive life cycle and uses a holistic and biopsychosocial approach in each consultation.
Dr. George Lockett
Clinical Advisor
Post Nominals-MRCOG, MBBS, MA(oxon)
Dr George is a speciality registrar in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. He completed his medical degree at King's College London and University of Oxford. His interests include diagnostics and ultrasound in gynaecology.
Dr Stacey Bryan
Consultant Obstetrician Gynaecologist
BSC MBBS MRCOG MD
Dr. Bryan has been trained in the surgical management of all gynaecological cancers. She has experience working with women who are perimenopausal and menopausal and prescribing HRT and lifestyle advice to improve symptoms.
I can help you with:
- Fibroids
- Perimenopause
- Trying to conceive over 6 months
- Gynaecological surgery
- Hormonal symptoms
Dr David Crosby
Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist
MB BCh BAO MA MD MBA MSc MRCPI MRCOG ECMGG
Dr. David Crosby is a Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at the Irish National Maternity Hospital. He is the Clinical Lead of the Ireland East Regional Fertility Hub and Clinical Lecturer and Assistant Professor at University College Dublin.
I can help you with:
- Hormonal symptoms
- Gynaecological concerns
- Trying to conceive for over 6 months
- Pelvic ultrasound referrals
- Fertility treatment referrals
Dr Jennifer Barcroft
Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Doctor
MBChB BMedSci MRCOG
Dr. Jen is a Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Doctor with a passion for reproductive medicine. She works with women of all ages with a focus on IVF and fertility treatments, sports and reproductive health and symptom management.
I can help you with:
- Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
- Trying to conceive for over 6 months
- IVF referrals & care plans
- Recurrent miscarriage
- Sports and Fertility
Dr Kirsty Munro
Consultant Gynaecologist & Endometriosis Specialist
MD MRCOG
Dr. Kirsty Munro is an Endometriosis and Laparoscopic Surgery Specialist. She is currently the lead clinician for Risk Management with Gynaecology and Deputy Lead for the EXPPECT Edinburgh Endometriosis Centre.
I can help you with:
- Endometriosis
- Pelvic pain or structural issues
- Gynaecological surgeries
- Infertility
- Hormonal symptoms
Dr Sugha Murugesu
Clinician
MBBChir MRCP MRCOG
Dr Sugha Murugesu graduated with First Class Honours from Sidney Sussex College, Cambridge University and is now a specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Registrar as well as a clinical fellow at Imperial College. Her research focus is technology applications in Gynaecology.
Dr Lorraine Kasaven
Clinician
BSc (Hons) MBChB MRCOG PGCert
Dr Lorraine Kasaven is a Specialist Obstetrics and Gynaecology Doctor with a BSc in Medical Sciences from the University of St Andrews, an MBChB from the University of Manchester and a PGCert in Medical Leadership, Research and Education at the University of Cambridge.
I can help you with:
- Perimenopause/menopause
- Menstrual Disorders
- Preconception counselling
- Pelvic Inflammatory Disease
- Hormonal contraception
Dr Silvia Nedelcu
Clinician
MD MSc
Dr Silvia Nedelcu completed her training in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in Romania. She is currently an Obstetrics and Gynaecology Registrar, as well as undertaking an MSc in Reproductive Sciences at University College London Hospital. Her research interests include reproductive endocrinology and IVF.
Dr Saaliha Vali
Clinician
MBChB BSc (Hons)
Dr Saaliha Vali obtained a BSc degree with honours in Reproductive and Developmental Sciences from Imperial College London and an MBChB from the University of Liverpool. She is currently a Clinical Research Fellow and doing a PhD with Imperial College London. Her research interests include fertility preservation.
Dr Tharni Vasavan
Head of Scientific Product Research
BSc (hons), MSc, PhD
Dr Tharni is a scientific researcher with an MSc in reproductive science from University College London and a PhD in women’s health from King's College London. An author of multiple publications on foetal cardiac dysfunction during pregnancy, an oral presenter at the RCOG annual academic meetings and British Maternal and Foetal Medicine Society.
Zoya Ali
Senior Scientific Research Associate
BSc (hons), MSc
Zoya is a scientific researcher with a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology and a Masters in Prenatal Genetics & Foetal Medicine from University College London. Her research interests are reproductive genetics, fertility preservation, gynaecological health conditions and sexual health.
Bríd Ní Dhonnabháin
Senior Scientific Research Associate
BSc (hons), MSc
Bríd is a Senior Scientific Researcher at Hertility, with a BSc (Hons) in Physiology from UCC and a Masters in Reproductive Science and Women’s Health from University College London. Her research interests focus on fertility preservation, tissue cryopreservation, foetal and maternal medicine and sexual health education.
Bethan Davies
Quality and Regulatory Manager
BSc (Hons), MSc, CSci
Bethan is a research and development scientist with an MSc in Analytical and Forensic Science. A chartered scientist with the Science Council, Bethan is currently coming towards the end of her PhD under the specialism of toxicology. Bethan’s research areas are analytical analysis for female sex hormones.
Emma Harris
Fertility Counsellor
BA(Hons), MA(Dist), MBACP, ACA
Emma is a registered member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and the British Infertility Counselling Association (BICA). She specialises in supporting those experiencing reproductive challenges and those navigating fertility treatment options.
I can help you with:
- Infertility
- Postpartum depression
- Recurrent miscarriage
- Relationship counselling
- PMS & PMDD
- Reproductive health conditions
Emily Moreton
Fertility Nurse and Clinical Nutritional Practitioner
BSc MSc RNutr RN
Emily is a Registered Nurse, Nutritionist and Fertility Advisor. Trained in pre-conception, pregnancy and menopause nutrition as well as specialising in PCOS specific nutrition and intuitive eating. With a background in gynaecological and surgical nursing, as well as women’s fitness nutrition.
I can help you with:
- Preconception nutrition
- Pregnancy nutrition
- Improving hormonal symptoms
- Nutrition for PCOS & reproductive health conditions
- Understanding intuitive eating
- Menopausal nutrition
Amanda Sissons
Head of Telemedicine
BA, BScN, RN, MSc
Daniella Abraham
Clinical Advisor
BScN, RN
A registered Nurse and Fertility Advisor, Daniella has worked for many years at Australia's leading fertility clinic, Number1Fertility and is dedicated to helping women, either on their own or with partners, navigate fertility treatments and procedures.
Eleanor Whitaker
Fertility Advisor
BSc, BA
Ellie is a Fertility Midwife who specialises in supporting women through pregnancy as well as those struggling to conceive or experiencing male infertility. With a compassionate approach, she has a particular interest in supporting people with previous fertility struggles.
Jess Willow
Fertility Nutritionist
BSc (Hons), Msc
Jess is a registered dietitian and certified intuitive eating counsellor. She has over ten years clinical experience in the NHS, HSE and private healthcare settings. She specialises in women's health and fertility with a particular interest in PCOS. She works in a weight-inclusive, holistic approach providing practical, evidence-based nutrition and lifestyle advice to support you at whatever stage of your fertility journey.
Yasmin Ellis
Fertility Advisor
RN RM BSC PGDIPMID
Yasmin is a registered nurse and midwife with years of experience in gynaecological nursing and midwifery within the NHS, and as a fertility nurse within a private setting. Yasmin specialises in providing advice & support to women and couples through their fertility journey and beyond into pregnancy.
Sinead Kavanagh
Fertility Advisor
Nurse, Midwife (RN, RM)
Sinead is a registered nurse and midwife. She has many years of experience in gynaecology, gynae-oncology and early pregnancy services. She is dedicated to providing holistic women's health support from pre-conception, through pregnancy loss and labour.
Alison Anderson
Menopause Specialist
RGN BSC(Hons)
Alison is an Advanced Nurse Practitioner with 45 years of experience in Health Care. She has 20 years experience in acute care and 25 years in primary care. She become an Advanced Nurse Practitioner in 2002 and became a nurse prescriber. She is a member of the British and International Menopause Society and the Primary Care Women’s Health Forum.
Victoria Roche
Fertility Advisor
RM
Victoria is a dedicated midwife with an extensive background in supporting women through pregnancy and helping those struggling to conceive. She is passionate about educating women and guiding them confidently through their fertility journey. With a compassionate approach, Victoria has a special interest in supporting individuals who have faced previous fertility challenges, providing personalised guidance to meet each person’s unique needs.
Tracey Hamilton
Senior Fertility Advisor
MsC, RN
Tracey has a wide range of experience as a midwife and fertility nursing including pre genetic embryo screening, scanning and early pregnancy. Her Masters degree in advanced fertility focused on pregnancy loss, and this has transferred over in her clinical practice, with her expertise in miscarriage and miscarriage support.
Gemma Coleman
Fertility Advisor
RGN
Gemma is a registered general nurse (RGN) with extensive experience in gynaecological nursing within the NHS and as a specialist fertility nurse in the private sector. She focuses on supporting individuals on their individual fertility journeys and addressing women's menstrual health issues.
Órla Power
Clinician
MB BCh BAO, MRCPI, PGDipOMG
Dr Orla Power is a doctor with diverse experience in women’s health. She is passionate about reproductive medicine and fertility and seeks to empower patients through education around reproductive health. Dr Orla has achieved Membership of the Royal College of Physicians of Ireland (O&G)(2022). She is a member of the British Fertility Society and holds a PGDip Obstetrics & Medical Gynaecology from the University of Otago, NZ.
Dr Adrian Timpson
Machine Learning & Data Scientist
BSc (hons), MSc, PhD
Amit Verma
Front-end Developer
BCA
Savita Sharma
Back-end Developer
B.Tech (CSE)
Asmita Bharati
People Associate
BSc (hons)
Lucy Button
Director of Growth
BSc
Charlotte Ponelle
Senior Creative Strategist
BSc (Hons)
Laura Swinburne
Product Marketing Manager
BA (Hons)
Chris Morford
Director of Sales
BA (Hons)
Toby Levy
Business Development Manager
BA (Hons)
Caroline Resende
Strategic Corporate Partnerships Manager
BCom
Ali Hutcheson
Head of People
BSc (Hons) CIPD
Lucinda Lawrie
Senior Data Analyst
BSc (Hons)
Sofia Rodrigues Vaz
Data Analyst
BSc, MSc
Lorna Brightmore
Head of Data
PhD, MMATH (Hons)
Dave Walker-Cornes
Senior Data Engineer
BSc
George Adams
Fellowship Intern
MD PhD
Jack Pickard
Head of Engineering
BSc, MSc, PhD
Alexandros Spyropoulos
Technical Lead
BSc, MSc
Oscar Pickerill
Full Stack Developer
Ted Newton
Frontend Developer
MSci
Bernard Mordan
Full Stack Developer
BA (Hons)
Karl Andrew
Platform Engineer
Tulsi Patel
Head of Product
BMedSc (Hons)
Mathilde Henneville
Product Designer
BA (Hons)
Lauren Heimsoth
Product Designer
BFA
Amara Patel
Customer Experience Manager
BA (Hons)
Katherine Stack
Senior Operations Associate
BSc (Hons)
Cara Leightley
Customer Care Specialist
Ella Hewertson
Customer Care Specialist
BA (Hons)
Chavini Ranasinghe
Clinical Operations Associate
MBBS BSc (Hons)
Shannon Auster-Weiss
Senior Product Manager
BA (Hons), MSc
Courtney Young
Customer Care Specialist
BSc
Melanie Nordman
Senior CRM Manager
BSc, Ma
Anna Featherstone
Content Creator
BA (Hons)
Dr Esther Wainwright
Scientific Research Associate
BSc (hons), PhD
Esther is a scientific researcher with a BSc (hons) in Molecular Cell Biology from the University of York. She has recently completed her PhD at the University of Nottingham, studying the impact of maternal obesity on pregnancy outcomes, the placenta and childbirth. Esther's research interests are maternal and reproductive health.
Lucy Morris
Customer Care Specialist
BSc (Hons)
Adetutu Coker
Customer Care Specialist
BSc (Hons) and MSc