MBBS, LMSSA
Dr Roger Henderson is the medical expert for MattressNextDay and one of the UK's most trusted doctors and health broadcasters. With more than 40 years' experience as an NHS doctor and GP, he has a special interest in insomnia and sleep health. Throughout his career, he has helped thousands of patients overcome sleep problems and is passionate about making sleep advice clear, practical and evidence-based.
Dr Roger Henderson combines decades of frontline NHS experience with a passion for improving public understanding of sleep and wider health issues.
Throughout his GP career, he has supported patients experiencing insomnia and sleep problems linked to conditions including obstructive sleep apnoea, fibromyalgia, anxiety, depression, restless legs syndrome and the menopause.
His special interest in sleep has also seen him deliver presentations on insomnia and sleep disorders to GPs in the UK and internationally. He has lectured extensively on the potential benefits of prolonged-release melatonin for older people with insomnia.
Alongside his clinical experience, Dr Henderson is a respected medical writer, broadcaster and educator. He writes for national and medical publications, regularly appears on television, radio and online, and is the author of several acclaimed health books.
He is a writer and presenter for GP Notebook, a point-of-care clinical resource used by UK healthcare professionals. He also co-presents the Rash Decisions, Skin Deep and GP Notebook podcasts, with the latter previously ranking among Apple's Top 10 health podcasts.
He is known for explaining complex medical information in a clear and accessible way, helping people better understand their sleep and make informed decisions about their health.
Discover more about Dr Roger:
Side sleeper and early bird
Prefers a softer, pillow-top mattress
Sleeps for 7-8 hours per night
Always reads before bed
"As an experienced GP, I've seen first-hand the profound impact that sleep has on every aspect of our health.
Time and again, I have met people whose physical symptoms, mental wellbeing, energy levels, and overall quality of life were being affected by poor sleep, often without them realising just how important it was.
My experience has taught me that improving sleep can be one of the most effective ways to improve health, and I'm passionate about helping people access practical, evidence-based advice that gives them the confidence and tools to sleep better and feel their best, including being as comfortable as they can be when sleeping."
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