Dr Vanitha Karunakaran is a leading consultant endocrinologist in London with a wealth of experience in managing complex endocrine disorders, including pituitary gland disorders, thyroid conditions and adrenal gland disorders, alongside diabetes, obesity, polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and hypogonadism. 

Her NHS base is St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust.

Dr Karunakaran graduated from Tamil Nadu Dr MGR Medical University in 2009 and has a solid academic background with MSc in Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes from Queen Mary University of London. She is also a member of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP), London.

Dr. Karunakaran has received a number of awards and accolades throughout her career, to mention a few are distinction in MSc (Clinical Endocrinology & Diabetes), best Poster Presentation awards in regional meetings and GREATIX for exceptional patient care at King's College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust.

Dr Karunakaran leads various projects aimed at enhancing patient outcomes and improving service delivery. Her involvement extends beyond clinical practice; she is a passionate educator and mentor, committed to shaping the next generation of medical professionals by providing guidance and support to medical students and junior doctors.

Dr Karunakaran stays at the forefront of her field by actively participating in national and international conferences, where she engages with the latest advancements in endocrinology and shares her own research and clinical findings.