Dr Kirsty Munro

Dr Kirsty Munro is a Consultant Gynaecologist based in Edinburgh. Her NHS practice is at the Royal Infirmary of Edinburgh, where she is the clinical lead for endometriosis within EXPPECT, a national BSGE centre for endometriosis.

Dr Munro has over 15 years of experience working in gynaecology. She is a specialist in endometriosis and has extensive experience in managing this condition. She also has a special interest in Sports Gynaecology. She has a strong sporting background, having previously competed for Scotland in both cross-country and middle-distance running.

She is interested in the impact of sport on gynaecological function and well-being, as well as the effect of gynaecological conditions on training and competition. She works closely with the sports physicians in Edinburgh and is also part of a UK-wide multidisciplinary Sports Gynaecology network to ensure optimal management of complex cases.

Dr Munro graduated from the University of Edinburgh in 2003. The majority of her training in obstetrics and gynaecology was carried out in Edinburgh. Her final two years of training were (via competitive entry) in Bristol at a specialist endometriosis centre. She also spent some time working abroad. Dr Munro obtained her MD from the University of Edinburgh in 2014 and was appointed as a Consultant the same year.

Dr Munro does not see

• Vaginal prolapse
• Urogynaecology
• Pregnant patients

Dr Munro does not offer colposcopy treatment for abnormal smears.