Dr Chitra Sankaran is an NHS GP, executive leadership coach, and management partner with over 30 years of experience in frontline and strategic healthcare. She has led major practice mergers, served on the Enfield CCG and NCL ICB Board, and holds roles as an NHSE senior appraiser, RCGP examiner, LMC member and GP educator.
After navigating burnout herself, she now helps high-achieving professionals in healthcare and public service rediscover purpose, energy, and clarity—without sacrificing wellbeing.
Through her coaching platform, Lifeline Academy, Chitra supports leaders to step into courageous, values-led leadership with confidence. Whether through mentoring, talks, or coaching, she helps professionals reconnect with what matters most and become the captain of their careers—and their lives.