Richard graduated from Southampton University in June 1993 and undertook higher training in both the UK and Canada. He qualified as a Consultant Anaesthetist in August 2005 and is now based at Southampton General Hospital.

Richard has undertaken specialised post-graduate training in anaesthesia primarily focused on managing patients undergoing major complex surgery. He has also been trained in delivering local anaesthesia and sedation for orthopaedic, ophthalmic and dental procedures.