Clair Engelbrecht is a board registered genetic counsellor with more than 4 years’ working experience in the field of clinical genetics and genetic counselling. Clair obtained her qualifications in South Africa where she worked in both the public academic hospital setting as well as the private healthcare sector. Clair’s focus was on cancer and prenatal genetic counselling.
In the UK, Clair has worked within the NHS for two years focusing on cancer genetics and rare diseases. She has more recently started working in fertility genetics with a focus on pre-implantation genetic testing and preconception genetic counselling.
Clair’s interests in the field of genetics extend to immunology and haematology. Research projects she has focused on include quality of life studies in adults with sickle cell disease and research into the underlying genetics of children with suspected inborn errors of immunity.
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The size of human egg vs sperm. Dr Sarris explains 💙
Feb 25
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Rose & Philippe's Journey 💙 After more than three years of trying to conceive, Rose and Philippe were faced with unexplained infertility and months of heartbreak with no clear answers. When they came to King’s Fertility, everything changed. From their first IVF cycle in July 2025, they were supported every step of the way with carefully tailored treatment and close monitoring. At egg collection, a good number of eggs were retrieved, resulting in several of healthy embryos. Their first embryo transfer took place on 17th September, a date that will forever hold special meaning. Due to the lucky socks, a week later, for the very first time, they saw two lines on a pregnancy test. Now, they are counting down the days until they meet their baby girl, due on 5th June. “We can’t thank the team at King’s Fertility enough. Their kindness, care, and support made our dream possible.” 💙
Feb 23
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When can you exercise after fertility treatment? Dr Sarris answers this common question 💙
Feb 18
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Real stories, real smiles. Here's what one of our patients has to say about their King's Fertility experience. Receiving feedback like this brings smiles not only to our patients but to the dedicated team of experts who work every day to make fertility possible. Reviews speak volumes about our commitment to giving everything we have to give you the best chance of getting everything you want.
Feb 16
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Dr Sarris discusses egg numbers, ovulation, and why fertility isn’t just about saving every egg 💙
Feb 13
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✨ Fertility 2026 | Edinburgh ✨ This week, our team attended the Fertility 2026 Conference in Edinburgh, focused on Shaping our Future in reproductive science and fertility care. It was a pleasure to see our team represented this year, being able to connect with fellow peers, and discussing the latest research and innovation across the field. A huge thank you to Dr Sarris, Sarah Evans, Rachel Imrie, Anastasia Mania, Sesh Sunkara, Niyati, Emily, Nicole, Ranjana Raj, Loizos, Maria and Simona for representing King’s Fertility. We’re proud to be part of a community committed to learning, collaboration, and advancing patient care, and we look forward to continuing these discussions beyond the conference floor.
Jan 13
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Before treatment in 2026… Pause. Watch this. 💙 #fertility #infertility #2026 #newyear
Jan 6
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Merry Christmas from the team at King’s Fertility! Sending you the warmest wishes this Christmas, and we look forward to seeing you in 2026 💙
Dec 23
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As 2025 comes to a close, whatever this year has brought, let’s look ahead to 2026. Enjoy the holidays and take care of yourself. Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 💙
Dec 22
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Spreading some joy this Christmas! Our team at King's Fertility proudly donated to the Metropolitan Police’s 'children in hospital, hospices and women’s refuges’ pyjama appeal, as well as toys to the Spring Community Hub Crisis Centre 'Christmas presents for children’ appeal. A big thank you to our team for their donation and to both charities for receiving it. It was great to support these wonderful causes! 💙
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