Alison qualified as a vet from the RVC in 2014, and also holds a BSc (Hons) in Animal Sciences from the University of Leeds. After spending time in mixed practice, Alison moved to small animal practice working across Yorkshire and the North of England. Alison current work focuses on veterinary education at Mars Veterinary Health Europe, whilst maintaining a clinical interest in dermatology, holding a CertAVP(VD). She is currently studying for a PgCert in Clinical Education. Since 2017 she has been an administrator and director of Veterinary Voices UK, one of the largest social media groups for vets. Alison is a RCVS Council Member, member of the RCVS Education Committee and vice-chair of the VetGDP and CPD Compliance Subcommittee.