Dr. Masarat Jilani MBBS BSc (Anatomy Hons) MRCGP

Dr Masarat Jilani is a dedicated General Practitioner and Jude’s in-house medical expert. She has almost a decade of experience working in the NHS and her career is rooted in both clinical excellence and digital health innovation, she bridges the gap between complex medical science and everyday wellness. Dr Jilani is a passionate advocate for breaking the taboos surrounding bladder health, helping women regain confidence and control over their bodies.

Dr. Jilani brings a high level of clinical expertise to the Jude team. Her credentials include:

Medical Education: MBBS and a First Class BSc in Anatomy and Cell Development Biology from University College London (UCL).

Diverse Clinical Background: Extensive experience across general surgery, acute medicine, and genitourinary health, providing her with a holistic understanding of how the body functions.

Leadership: Freedom To Speak Up Guardian and Founder of @Selfcaredoctor, where she champions health literacy and evidence-based self-care.

Dr. Jilani’s work is driven by a commitment to evidence-based medicine and preventative care. 

Her specific interests include:

• Bladder & Pelvic Health: Specialised focus on incontinence solutions, overactive bladder management, and teaching the "mechanics" of healthy bladder habits.

• Digital Healthcare: Leveraging technology to make medical advice more accessible and actionable for the modern patient.

• Women’s Empowerment: Education on topics often left out of standard medical conversations, such as postpartum recovery and the impact of aging on urinary health.

• Lifestyle Medicine: Dr. Jilani is passionate about preventing and treating illness through evidence-based lifestyle medicine, focusing on sustainable changes in nutrition, movement, sleep, and stress rather than relying solely on medication or surgery.

“My mission is to empower women with the knowledge they need to stop ‘just putting up’ with bladder issues. Through Jude, I want to ensure that every woman has access to the clinical insights and support she deserves.” — Dr. Masarat Jilani