Television doctor and Morning Live star Dr Ranj Singh has directly addressed growing viewer concerns about his prolonged absence from the popular BBC daytime programme. The medic, who has been the show's resident health expert since 2021, took to Instagram to clarify his situation after speculation mounted over his six-month disappearance from screens.
Addressing the Rumours Head-On
In a detailed post on Tuesday 3rd February 2026, Dr Ranj firmly denied circulating reports that he had been dismissed from Morning Live. "Have I left Morning Live? No, I haven't," he stated unequivocally. "I'm actually taking a break while I focus on some of my other projects."
The television personality, who gained wider fame through his participation in Strictly Come Dancing in 2018, explained that his current absence stems from editorial guidelines rather than any behind-the-scenes conflict. "Whilst I'm doing that corporate work, I can't be on Morning Live," he revealed, referring to brand collaborations that conflict with the BBC's on-screen editorial policies.
Future Hopes and Professional Changes
Dr Ranj was keen to emphasise that his relationship with the programme remains positive. "I haven't fallen out with anybody, I haven't been replaced," he assured his followers. "My hope is to go back to Morning Live as soon as my brand work is over."
The clarification comes amid reports that new medics including Dr Aziza Sesay and Dr Kasim Ahmed, who appeared on The Traitors in 2025, have been appearing on the programme during his absence.
In a significant personal revelation, Dr Ranj confirmed he has stepped away from his NHS role after approximately two decades of service. "Back in 2024, I had been working in the NHS for about 20 years," he explained. "I got to the level I wanted to get to. I was a consultant in children's A&E, my dream job. I absolutely loved it."
A Deliberate Career Pause
The television doctor described his decision as a conscious career shift rather than a permanent departure from medicine. "Having done it for a few years I decided I needed a new challenge, a bit of a change," he said. "I wanted to pursue some dreams while I still could. I decided to put my licence to practise on hold."
Dr Ranj stressed that this approach is not unusual within the medical profession. "If you decide you're not going to do clinical medicine for a bit and you're not going to see patients directly face to face, it's not unusual for doctors to do that," he noted. "I'm still a fully registered doctor. I'm not in any trouble with them whatsoever."
Recent Controversy Surrounding the Programme
The clarification about Dr Ranj's absence comes shortly after Morning Live presenters were forced to issue an on-air apology following criticism of medical advice shared on the programme. Presenters Kimberley Walsh and Gethin Jones addressed the issue directly after a pregnancy and baby charity labelled previous advice as "dangerous."
The controversy stemmed from a segment discussing private scans during pregnancy, during which presenter Zoe Hardman suggested that concerned expectant mothers could check their baby's heartbeat using a stethoscope at home. Walsh subsequently read out a correction from a midwife named Debbie, who emphasised that stethoscopes can provide false reassurance by picking up the mother's heartbeat or other sounds rather than the baby's, and that concerned individuals should always contact a medical professional directly.
Dr Ranj's detailed explanation provides welcome clarity for loyal viewers who have noticed his extended absence from the programme. His commitment to returning once his commercial commitments allow will reassure fans who have valued his medical expertise and presenting style since he joined the show three years ago.
