We currently have 4 full-time veterinary surgeons who work closely as a team. Our varied backgrounds and experience allows for good communication and sharing of skills. Any problem cases will be discussed within the team, drawing on all our expertise.

Nick Bower BVSc. (Bristol 1979) MRCVS

Responsibilities: Managing partner

Professional interests: Practice management & equine medicine

Home interests: Reading, cinema and walking

Own pets: 2 dogs, 1 cat

Patrick Dale BVSc. (Cambridge 1982) MRCVS

Responsibilities: Managing partner

Professional interests: Practice management

Home interests: Saxophone player in the band Bluetac

Own pets: 1 hamster

Carl Temple BVSc. (Liverpool 1984) MRCVS

Responsibilities: Senior veterinary surgeon

Professional interests: Exotic pets

Home interests: Active sports, playing rugby, running.

Own pets: None

Hannah Ridgewell MRCVS. (Royal Veterinary College)

Responsibilities: Newly joined full-time veterinary surgeon

Professional interests: Cardiology

Home interests: Windsurfing, cycling and sailing

Own pets: None

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