Dr Harry Leitch

Harry Leitch is a Clinical Academic and Consultant in Clinical Genetics and Genomic Medicine at London Pregnnancy Clinic through Jeen Health. He has a broad range of clinical and academic interests, with particular expertise in rare disease genetics and the interpretation of complex genomic test results.

Harry is passionate about supporting individuals and families through the genetic testing journey. He places strong emphasis on clear, compassionate explanations, helping patients understand the implications of results so they can make informed decisions about next steps. He provides specialist input to genetic counselling teams for complex cases and is available for individual consultations when required.

Alongside his clinical work, Harry is an active academic with a selective and up-to-date publication record. He holds a PhD from the University of Cambridge and continues to contribute to research and education in genomic medicine.

Outside medicine, Harry is a former Scottish international squash player, having represented Scotland at three Commonwealth Games, three World Team Championships, and six European Team Championships. He holds the University of Cambridge record for the most Blues in a single sport, with ten Blues in squash.

University of Cambridge – MB BChir (Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery), 2014

Fellow of the Higher Education Authority (FHEA), 2025

Postgraduate Certificate in the Interpretation & Clinical Application of Genomic Data – University of London, 2023

Royal College of Pathologists Certificate in Medical Genetics, 2022

Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health (MRCPCH), 2019

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) – University of Cambridge, 2012

Master of Arts (MA Cantab) – University of Cambridge, 2010

Bachelor of Arts (BA) Natural Sciences (Physiology, Development & Neuroscience) – University of Cambridge, First Class, 2007

GMC Number: 7439887

General clinical genetics
Rare disease genetics
Paediatric genetics (Newborn Genetic Screening)
Dysmorphology, birth defects, developmental delay, and intellectual disability
Interpretation of genomic and genetic test results
Family follow-up and cascade testing
Genetics of infertility

Genetics and genomics

Rare disease diagnostics

Genomic medicine

N=1 therapy

Stem cell biology

Germ cell development

Reproductive biology

Epigenetics