Andrew Thomson

FRCPath FAHCS ANSHCS
Scientific Advisor and Consultant Clinical Embryologist.
Scientific Advisor
  • Led IVF laboratory development across four continents
  • One of three reproductive scientists in the UK to be awarded FRCPath & FAHCS fellowships
  • Provides scientific advice to clinics on IVF laboratories, genomics, training, and regulatory strategy

About

Andrew Thomson

Andrew Thomson is an internationally recognised Consultant Clinical Embryologist and Chief Scientific Officer. He is well known for his leadership in IVF clinic design, laboratory optimisation, and strategic scientific planning.

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He was just the third reproductive scientist in the UK to be awarded Fellowships from both the Royal College of Pathologists (FRCPath) and the Academy for Healthcare Science (FAHCS), reflecting his clinical expertise, professional leadership, and contributions to advancing reproductive science.

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He provides strategic and technical guidance to fertility clinics and startups, with services spanning embryology, laboratory setup, genomics, digital transformation, staff training, and regulatory compliance.

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Andrew has led the development of cutting-edge fertility laboratories across four continents, underpinned by evidence-based practice, global standards, and a strong commitment to improving access to care and outcomes in reproductive healthcare. He also supports early-stage companies in the healthtech and reproductive medicine sectors, advising on scientific innovation, product development, and regulatory strategy.

Specialties
Embryology
Andrology
Preimplantation Genetic Testing (PGT)
Intracytoplasmic Sperm Injection (ICSI)
Time-Lapse Embryo Monitoring
Embryo Cryopreservation (Freezing)
Egg Freezing (Oocyte Cryopreservation)
Surgical Sperm Retrieval Processing (PESA, TESA, micro-TESE)
Qualifications
BSc Hons Oxford Brookes University
Fellow of Royal College of Pathologists
Fellow of The Academy for Healthcare Science
HCPC Registration, UK
Memberships
Royal College of Pathologists (Rcpath)
European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology (ESHRE)
Association of Reproductive and Clinical Scientists (ARCS)
Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society (CFAS)