Our aim
By fostering collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and professional development, the women's health sig aims to:
- Connect: Facilitate member engagement through the RCGP forum, providing a supportive space for open discussions, peer support, and professional networking.
- Represent: Advocate for Women’s Health by influencing policy, promoting awareness, and sharing best practices that enhance healthcare delivery.
- Develop: Create and curate educational resources, guidelines, and learning opportunities to improve knowledge and confidence in managing women's health issues.
We strongly encourage active participation from members to help shape the group’s initiatives and ensure it addresses the evolving needs of general practitioners and their patients.
Current work
As a newly established group, we are in the early stages of developing a comprehensive work plan. We are looking for members who wish to share their insights, experiences, and expertise to help shape the group’s direction. If you have ideas or are keen to get involved, please reach out to us.
Group members
Dr Itunu Johnson, MBBS BSc MRCP MRCGP DFSRH DRCOG
Dr Itunu Johnson is a passionate portfolio General Practitioner specialising in women’s health, sexual and reproductive health, and menopause care. With over a decade of clinical experience across the NHS and private sectors, she is dedicated to providing holistic, patient-centered care that empowers individuals to achieve optimal physical and mental well-being. Dr. Johnson-Sogbetun holds multiple postgraduate qualifications, including diplomas from the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Health and the Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology. She is also completing the Advanced Certificate in Principles and Practice of Menopause Care from the British Menopause Society, enhancing her expertise in delivering comprehensive care to women at all life stages.
Beyond clinical practice, Dr. Johnson is committed to medical education and health equity. She is a GP tutor and examiner at Queen Mary University of London and serves on the RCGP Northwest London Faculty Board, where she leads the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion strategy. As the founder of Health Equity and Advocacy Learning (HEAL), she educates communities of colour on health issues and advocates for health equity while providing training on health equity to clinicians nationally and internationally. Her extensive training and lived experience uniquely position her to understand and address the complex health needs of her patients through collaborative, evidence-based care.
Dr Amani Al-Mati, General Practitioner, Primary Care Physician
Dr Amani Al-Malti is a dedicated and compassionate General Practitioner with over a decade of experience in providing outstanding healthcare services. Emphasizing preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and patient-centered care, Dr. Al-Malti is committed to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families.
After earning her MBBS degree, Dr. Al-Malti pursued an MSc in Biomedical Basis of Disease from Sheffield Hallam University. In 2011, she received an award at the ASH conference in Georgia, USA, for her research conducted at Queen Mary University of London. She completed her specialized training in general practice and obtained her CCT and MRCGP certificates in 2022. She is currently in training for Subdermal Contraceptive Implants Techniques Insertion and Removal (LoC SDI-IR) in addition to training in Intrauterine Techniques (LoC IUT) by the Faculty of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare FSRH. She has extensive expertise in diagnosing and managing a wide range of medical conditions, with particular interests in women's health, menopause care, mental health, medical education, clinical training, and hormone replacement therapy (HRT).
Currently, Dr. Al-Malti practices as a general practitioner in a GP surgery and provides out-of-hours care at an urgent treatment center, in addition to her private healthcare work. She is known for her empathetic approach, excellent communication skills, and dedication to patient education. Dr. Al-Malti prioritizes building lasting relationships with her patients, empowering them to take control of their health through informed decisions and lifestyle changes. In addition to her clinical duties, Dr. Al-Malti is actively involved in medical research, community health initiatives, mentoring medical students locally and abroad, and other healthcare professionals, including advanced nurse practitioners, physician associates, and clinical pharmacists. She is aiming to take her medical career to the next level by transitioning to a busier medical practice and continuing to focus on exceptional public health outcomes.
Connect with us
If you would like more information or are interested in joining the Women’s Health SIG, please contact advocates@rcgp.org.uk, and we will connect you with the relevant person.
We also encourage you to join the RCGP members' forum, where you can engage in discussions, share experiences, and stay updated on the latest developments within the group.
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