Dr Kirsty Munro
Qualifications
MB ChB, MD, MRCOG
GMC number: 6071949
Specialties
Gynaecology
Consultation times
- Mondays
- Overview
About
Dr Munro does not treat vaginal prolapse, urogynaecology conditions, pregnant patients, or abnormal smear results.
Dr Kirsty Munro is an experienced Consultant Gynaecologist
in Edinburgh with specialist expertise in endometriosis and sports
gynaecology. She is based at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, where she is
the Clinical Lead for Endometriosis within EXPPECT, a nationally
recognised BSGE‑accredited specialist endometriosis centre.
Endometriosis
With over 15 years of clinical experience, Dr Munro is highly regarded for her expertise in diagnosing and managing complex endometriosis, including cases associated with chronic pelvic pain and fertility concerns.
Working within a multidisciplinary specialist centre allows her to offer advanced assessment, tailored treatment plans, and coordinated surgical and non‑surgical care for complex disease.
Sports gynaecology
Dr Munro also has a unique specialist interest in sports gynaecology, supporting active women and athletes whose gynaecological health affects training and performance.
A former Scotland international runner, she has in‑depth understanding of the impact of exercise, menstrual health, hormonal change and conditions such as endometriosis on athletic performance.
She works closely with sports physicians and is part of a UK‑wide sports gynaecology network.
Education
She graduated from the University of Edinburgh and completed specialist training in Edinburgh and Bristol, including advanced training at a leading endometriosis centre.
She holds an MD from the University of Edinburgh
and was appointed Consultant Gynaecologist in 2014.
Special interests
- General gynaecology
- Endometriosis
- Sports gynaecology
- Pelvic pain
- Heavy periods
- Irregular/abnormal bleeding
- Post-menopausal bleeding.
Treatments and tests offered by Dr Kirsty Munro at Nuffield Health
- Hormonal coil
- Gynaecological biopsies
Locations Dr Kirsty Munro works with
Related experience
Memberships
- Royal College of Obstetricians & Gynaecologists (RCOG)
- British Society of Gynaecological Endoscopy (BSGE)
- General Medical Council (GMC)
- British Menopause Society (BMS)
Insurers Dr Kirsty Munro works with
Dr Kirsty Munro works with the following private medical insurance providers:
- Aviva Health
- Police Mutual
- Bupa
- Healix
- Vitality Health (Pru Health)
Declaration
Dr Kirsty Munro does not hold a share or financial interest in this hospital, another Nuffield Health hospital or the company.
Dr Kirsty Munro does not have a share or financial interest in equipment used at this hospital or another Nuffield Health hospital.
Dr Kirsty Munro does not hold any paid advisory role(s) at this hospital or on behalf of Nuffield Health.