Friends of The Tenth

Dr. Claire Mellon is a highly respected consultant obstetrician and gynecologist with over 25 years of experience in high-risk obstetrics and gynecological care. She leads one of London’s most sought-after private practices at The Portland Hospital, caring for women through complex pregnancies, fertility challenges, and minimally-invasive surgery.

As a trusted advisor to Tenth Wellness, Dr. Mellon plays a crucial role in shaping the care pathways and philosophy that define The Tenth, ensuring that women and families receive the highest standard of support throughout their journey.

Dr Charlotte Deans is a consultant obstetrician with more than 20 years experience in supporting women through their birth and into the postnatal journey beyond. She has a specialist interest in maternal mental health, and is the obstetric lead for the perinatal mental health service at Chelsea and Westminster Hospital London. Charlotte is passionate about reducing the stigma around mental health in pregnancy and encourages women to seek safe, supportive spaces to help lower the risk of postnatal depression.

Dr Keith Duncan is a highly regarded Consultant Obstetrician and Fetal Medicine Specialist with over 30 years of experience, also holding leadership roles within the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists. He is known for his expertise in high-risk and multiple pregnancies, ultrasound diagnostics, and personalised birth planning. A strong advocate for informed choice, Dr Duncan supports and empowers women throughout their pregnancy.

Dr Patrick O’Brien is a senior Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at University College London Hospitals (UCLH), with over 25 years of experience in managing high-risk and medically complex pregnancies. A former Vice President of the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists, he is widely respected for his clinical leadership and dedication to women’s health. Dr O’Brien combines medical expertise with a calm, communicative approach to ensure the highest standards of care throughout pregnancy and birth.

Dr Jess McMicking is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist at Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust. Originally trained in Australia, she specialises in high-risk pregnancies, interventional obstetrics, and maternal health in women with gastrointestinal conditions. With additional qualifications in nutrition, Dr McMicking offers thoughtful, holistic care, tailoring each birth experience to the individual needs of mother and baby.

Dr Karen Joash is a Consultant Obstetrician and Gynaecologist with a special interest in holistic, personalised care. She supports women through every stage of reproductive health, with expertise in early pregnancy, fibroids, menstrual disorders, and laparoscopic surgery. Known for her kind and empowering approach, Dr Joash ensures each woman feels safe, heard, and well-supported throughout her journey.

Emily Ball is a dedicated midwife with a holistic, continuity-based approach to care. Since qualifying in 2019, she has gained experience across antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal settings, including home birth, community care, and high-risk hospitals. Now working privately while remaining connected to the NHS, Emily is passionate about safe, individualised care. With a special interest in risk management, she brings empathy and clinical confidence to the women she supports.

Miranda Sykes is a dedicated midwife and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with over a decade of experience. A first-class graduate of King’s College London, she has worked across community and hospital maternity services, and served as a specialist midwife for mental health within the NHS. Miranda is known for her holistic, compassionate, and highly personalised approach, ensuring every woman feels heard, supported, and empowered.

Beth Graham is a highly experienced midwife and International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) with over 30 years in practice. She has worked with high-profile families and now leads a respected private consultancy, offering expert, individualised breastfeeding support. Known for her calm, reassuring presence and clinical excellence, Beth is the first point of call for any lactation concerns and the top recommendation of many of London’s leading obstetricians. At The Tenth, her guidance is key to ensuring a smooth, positive start to every family’s feeding journey.