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Ann is an NHS GP and health journalist who has written books on women’s health as well as embarrassing health problems, and broadcasts on global health. She sits on a Department of Health ethics committee that scrutinises research proposals to ensure principles of scientific rigour and equitable access for patients.

Her clinical work is now focussed on working with disadvantaged groups and offering coaching and appraisal to NHS doctors and staff. During the COVID-19 pandemic, she has been active in primary care work and vaccination.

Ann is married to Sam and they had three children. Their oldest child, Zoe, died of leukaemia at the age of 15, having received a bone marrow transplant. Their remaining two children, Ben and Emma, are now young adults.

Ann has taken part in many organised Anthony Nolan fundraising events with family and friends, including the London Marathon and the Royal Parks Half Marathon.

Ann joined the board in 2014 and sits on the Diversity and Inclusion and Remuneration committees.