Robert Winston

Professor Robert Winston is one of the most respected voices in healthcare, renowned for his groundbreaking contributions to fertility studies, reproductive medicine and genetic research. With a distinguished career spanning over five decades, he has played a pivotal role in advancing medical science, making him a highly sought-after keynote speaker for healthcare conferences, corporate events, and academic summits.

Robert Winston is renowned for his trailblazing work in fertility treatment. As Professor of Fertility Studies at Hammersmith Hospital, he led the team that pioneered pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD) - a revolutionary technique that allows doctors to screen embryos for genetic defects before implantation. His early research on gene expression in embryos has been instrumental in improving IVF success rates, offering hope to countless families worldwide. Additionally, Robert performed the world's first fallopian tubal transplant, a medical breakthrough that expanded reproductive options for women with damaged fallopian tubes.

Beyond his clinical achievements, Robert has held influential leadership roles in healthcare research and policy. As Director of NHS Research and Development at Hammersmith Hospitals Trust until 1994, he played a key role in shaping medical research strategies within the UK's National Health Service. His expertise extends to global health policy, having served as a scientific advisor to the World Health Organisation (WHO), where he contributed to international reproductive health programs. Robert has also achieved fellowships and honorary degrees from 23 universities, reflecting his influence in the academic and medical communities. He has also served as President of the British Association for the Advancement of Science and Chancellor of Sheffield Hallam University.

Robert has also been an active political voice in the House of Lords, since becoming Baron Winston of Hammersmith in 1995, and a distinguished BBC presenter, acclaimed for making complex scientific topics engaging for audiences. His notable series include The Human Body (BAFTA-winning), Child of Our Time, Human Instinct, and Walking with Cavemen. He has explored genetics, psychology, and medicine in Making Babies, The Secret Life of Twins, and Superhuman.

Robert Winston is a highly sought-after healthcare speaker due to his pioneering work in fertility studies, reproductive medicine, and genetic research - and Champions Speakers take great pride in being an official speaker agent for Robert Winston. As a Professor of Fertility Studies, he led groundbreaking advancements in IVF and pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD). His leadership in NHS research and global health policy, including advising the World Health Organization, makes him a respected authority in medical innovation. A skilled communicator, Winston has hosted numerous BBC science documentaries, bridging complex medical topics with public understanding. His expertise in healthcare ethics, policy, and cutting-edge medical science makes him an engaging and insightful keynote speaker for events.