Dave’s C.V.

In his first role after graduating from Glasgow University Vet School, Dave took charge of a busy branch surgery at Croft Vets, Northumberland. There, under the guidance of RCVS Specialist and Fellow, Malcolm Ness, he developed his veterinary skills for general practice.

Following 18 successful months in Newcastle Dave moved south, joining the award winning Parkvets Vet Group in London. Initially joining as a locum, he was soon presented the challenge of turning around a struggling branch surgery.

In the following three years he developed the branch to be the most successful site in the group and was rewarded with a management role and directorship within the group.

Managment Experience

At the same time Dave was appointed Director of Business Development, he gained the Professional Certificate in Management (a globally recognised management qualification with the Open University).

Another three years of group-wide growth followed, driven by a focus on developing the clinical team, service level and by introducing many innovative marketing initiatives.

Clinical Experience

Although now heavily involved in developing businesses, Dave’s passion for clinical practice burns as brightly today as ever. Time these days is scarce, but he still manages to work at weekends as an emergency vet for practices in and around London.

A general practitioner, Dave is comfortable with all aspect of small animal, first opinion practice. However he has undertaken further training in the disciplines of dentistry and cardiology.

Balanced Perspective

Indeed it is one of Dave’s key strengths as a business partner that he remains so closely involved in the clinical side of practice, as it allows him to quickly form a bond with the clinicians he is often asked to manage.

Continuous development is one of Dave’s core values and as such, it is appropriate that he is a member of both the Veterinary Practice Management Association (VPMA) and the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

Spare Time

In his spare time Dave enjoys running, swimming and mountain biking. He can be often be heard cheering on his local rugby team at Blackheath Rugby Club.

Dave can be contacted, using the online contact form to submit any queries you may have.

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