Kamilla Kamaruddin

Dr Kamilla Kamaruddin (she/her) is a General Practitioner specialising in transgender healthcare and serves as the clinical lead at the East of England Gender Service. With a deep commitment to improving healthcare for transgender and non-binary individuals, she has become a respected advocate and educator in the field.

Dr Kamaruddin actively contributes to enhancing the understanding and delivery of inclusive care through her extensive teaching, writing, and speaking engagements. She has shared her expertise at numerous national and international conferences and webinars, addressing key issues in trans healthcare and promoting equity in health services.

Her work reflects a dedication to bridging gaps in care, reducing health disparities, and empowering marginalised communities to access compassionate and affirming healthcare. A passionate and influential voice, Dr Kamaruddin continues to inspire and lead advancements in transgender health, fostering a more inclusive healthcare landscape globally.

Tell us a little bit about yourself and your career journey so far.

I am a trans woman and a doctor. I have worked as a GP partner in Tower Hamlets for 15 years and have switched my career in 2020. I am now a gender specialist and clinical lead at East of England Gender Service.

What is one lesson or piece of advice you’d like to give aspiring LGBTQ+ leaders?

Being yourself is not a weakness. Leadership by example is empowering and inspiring.

What contribution to LGBTQ+ inclusion are you most proud of?

Advocating for improving healthcare for trans people.