Andrew W. Horne

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Andrew Wemyss Horne is a Scottish clinical academic gynaecologist based at the University of Edinburgh.

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Education

Horne graduated with an MB ChB from the University of Edinburgh in 1994. Subsequently, he completed a PhD at Imperial College London in 2002, with research focusing on reproductive biology. He undertook postgraduate training in obstetrics and gynaecology, gaining clinical and academic experience in the field. [1]

Career

Horne is Professor of Gynaecology and Reproductive Sciences at the University of Edinburgh and serves as Director of the Centre for Reproductive Health. [2] He is also an Honorary Consultant Gynaecologist with NHS Lothian and is Co-Director of EXPPECT, an initiative integrating clinical care and research for women with pelvic pain and endometriosis. [3]

Research

Horne's research investigates the mechanisms and treatment of endometriosis, chronic pelvic pain, and ectopic pregnancy. His work includes laboratory science, translational medicine, and clinical trials, with a focus on diagnosis and the development of medical treatments for women's health conditions. [1] He has served as principal investigator for research projects such as the ENDO1000 study, which applies machine learning to the diagnosis and treatment of endometriosis. [4]

Horne has authored more than 200 peer-reviewed scientific articles and contributed to clinical guidelines in women's health. [5] He is also a co-author of a patient-oriented book on endometriosis. [6]

Media activity

Horne is active in media outreach, regularly providing expert commentary on women's health issues, particularly endometriosis and pelvic pain. He has contributed to public discussions and awareness campaigns through interviews and articles in both scientific and mainstream outlets. [7] [8] [9] [10]

Professional roles and affiliations

Honours and fellowships

Horne has been elected a Fellow of several professional bodies, including:

Selected publications

Horne has authored or co-authored more than 200 scientific papers, with a focus on endometriosis, pelvic pain, and early pregnancy. His work has been widely cited in the field of reproductive health. [5]

References

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  2. "Centre for Reproductive Health". University of Edinburgh. Retrieved 6 September 2025.
  3. "EXPPECT Edinburgh". NHS Lothian. Retrieved 6 September 2025.
  4. "ENDO1000". ENDO1000. Retrieved 6 September 2025.
  5. 1 2 "Google Scholar - Professor Andrew W Horne". Google Scholar.
  6. "Endometriosis - The Experts' Guide to Treat, Manage and Live Well with Your Symptoms". Penguin Books. 5 March 2018.
  7. Jackson, Gabrielle (9 August 2023). "'It's really only the beginning': Are we on the cusp of a breakthrough in endometriosis?". The Guardian.
  8. "The first endometriosis drug in four decades is on the horizon". The Economist.
  9. "Endometriosis expert insists more funding is needed to fight invisible disease". The Scottish Sun. 14 November 2019.
  10. "'Feels like barbed wire': Endometriosis - the condition with no cure". Sky News. 17 November 2023.
  11. "World Endometriosis Society". World Endometriosis Society. Retrieved 6 September 2025.
  12. "Celebrating Volunteers Week: Professor Andrew Horne announced as new Trustee | Endometriosis UK". Endometriosis UK.
  13. "Reproduction and Fertility". Bioscientifica. Retrieved 6 September 2025.
  14. "Professor Andrew Horne". Royal Society of Edinburgh.
  15. "Professor Andrew Horne - Fellow Profile". Academy of Medical Sciences. Retrieved 6 September 2025.