Thomas Bainton

Mr Thomas Bainton is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Ovara Health, with specialist expertise in endometriosis, complex gynaecological conditions and minimally invasive (keyhole) surgery. He is part of the British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (BSGE)-accredited Endometriosis Centre at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital.

Mr Bainton studied medicine at the University of Oxford before completing his postgraduate training in Cambridge and North West London. He subsequently undertook advanced fellowships in endometriosis and complex gynaecological surgery, alongside a dedicated research fellowship at Imperial College London, where he investigated the diagnosis of endometriosis and the role of inflammation in the condition. He continues to contribute to research aimed at improving understanding and treatment of endometriosis.

At Ovara Health, Mr Bainton offers specialist assessment and management of a broad range of women’s health concerns, with particular expertise in complex endometriosis, pelvic pain and advanced laparoscopic surgery. His practice also encompasses general gynaecology, fertility-related investigations, menstrual disorders, menopause care and comprehensive obstetric care.

He supports women throughout pregnancy, from routine antenatal appointments to the management of higher-risk pregnancies, labour and birth, including complex obstetric cases.

Mr Bainton believes that excellent care begins with understanding each patient’s individual circumstances, concerns and priorities. His approach is personalised and collaborative, ensuring that women feel informed, supported and confident in the decisions they make about their health.

“I feel extremely privileged to care for women at hugely important moments in their lives. I take a highly personalised approach and work closely to understand priorities for care, overall health, and wider circumstances in order to ensure patients feel informed, supported, and confident in the decisions we make together.”

Areas of Expertise

Endometriosis and pelvic pain

• Specialist assessment and management of endometriosis, including deep infiltrating endometriosis
• Medical and surgical treatment options for endometriosis
• Chronic pelvic pain
• Adenomyosis
• Complex gynaecological conditions requiring specialist surgical assessment

General gynaecology

• Heavy, painful or irregular periods
• Menstrual disorders and premenstrual symptoms
• Ovarian cysts
• Uterine fibroids
• Hysteroscopy and laparoscopy
• Fertility-related investigations and subfertility assessment

Early pregnancy and fertility-related care

• Early pregnancy assessment and investigation
• Management of miscarriage
• Ectopic pregnancy assessment and management
• Retained pregnancy tissue

Menopause and women’s hormonal health

• Menopause assessment and management
• Hormone replacement therapy (HRT)
• Postmenopausal symptoms and unscheduled bleeding

Pregnancy, childbirth and postnatal care

• Antenatal care for routine and higher-risk pregnancies
• Individualised birth planning
• Vaginal birth and assisted vaginal delivery
• Caesarean section, including complex cases
• Pregnancy care for women with previous caesarean sections, prior abdominal surgery or a history of endometriosis
• Postnatal care and contraception

Research, Teaching and Leadership

Alongside his clinical practice, Mr Bainton is actively involved in research, medical education and the development of specialist gynaecological surgery.

His contributions include:

• Clinical research: Principal investigator for national National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR) studies, involvement in Imperial College research into fertility-preserving treatments for ovarian endometriosis, and co-investigator in an international clinical trial investigating immunotherapy for endometriosis.
• Medical education: Teaching on Imperial College London’s undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in Clinical Medicine and Reproductive and Developmental Biology.
• Surgical training: Co-Director of the Chelsea Surgical Academy, leading postgraduate training courses for surgeons developing expertise in complex gynaecological surgery.
• Charity and advocacy: Trustee and medical ambassador for The Endometriosis Foundation, contributing to innovation, patient advocacy and patient and public involvement initiatives nationally and internationally.

Professional Memberships

• Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG)
• British Society for Gynaecological Endoscopy (BSGE)
• American Association of Gynaecological Laparoscopists (AAGL)
• World Endometriosis Research Foundation (WERF)
• British and Irish Association of Robotic Gynaecological Surgeons (BIARGS)
• General Medical Council (GMC)

Book an Appointment

If you are experiencing pelvic pain, symptoms of endometriosis, menstrual problems, fertility concerns or menopause symptoms, Mr Bainton can provide specialist assessment and discuss appropriate treatment options tailored to your individual needs.

To enquire about an appointment with Mr Bainton at Ovara Health, please contact our team.

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