Current Professional Activities

• Semi-retired, but still treating ornamental fish in general practice
• Zoo inspector (public aquaria) for the Secretary of State (UK)
• Veterinary advisor to the Ornamental Aquatic Trade Association (OATA)

Past Professional Activities

• Private Practice 1977–2018 (London)
• Co-owner of the Midland Veterinary Surgery, London 2001–2018
• Editor and contributor to BSAVA Manual of Ornamental Fish (2nd ed), 2001

Marital Status

• Married to Julia, my former head veterinary nurse

Children

• Daughter, Amy who graduates as a vet in 2019
• Son, Max who is training in accounting and business

Pets

• Leo, our diabetic cat, who is still hanging in there

Hobbies

• Playing tennis and skiing when my body permits, cooking, gardening, medical photography and riding a motor bike in all weathers.

Favorite Quote

"One man’s fish is another man’s poisson." —Unknown

What I Like Most About VIN

Colleagues sharing knowledge and experience, to help others help themselves.