Russell is a European Specialist in Equine Surgery and his appointment increases the number of European Specialist surgeons in the hospital to five giving us even greater capacity to deal with lameness investigations, surgical cases and diagnostic imaging. Russell graduated from the University of Bristol in 2004 and initially worked in equine practice before starting a residency in equine surgery at the University of Edinburgh in 2008. In 2012 he became a diplomat of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons and stayed on at Edinburgh as a Lecturer in Equine Surgery. Prior to joining the LEH Russell was working as an equine surgeon in a Berkshire based equine practice. His professional interests include all aspects of equine surgery, lameness investigation and diagnostic imaging. Russell is married and has a young daughter who is already taking a keen interest in the family dogs and horses. Outside of work he enjoys riding, outdoor sports and cooking when time allows.