Amy qualified in 2008 and after some time in referral nursing, she returned to a head nurse/ clinical team leader role in a busy first opinion practice in Bristol. She is currently a Lecturer in Veterinary Practice (Anaesthesia), at Bristol University, Langford. She enjoys all aspects of nursing, but has a special interest in anaesthesia and analgesia, having completed the NCert(A&CC), followed by the Graduate Diploma in Clinical Veterinary Nursing through the Royal Veterinary College. Amy holds a Master’s Degree in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia through Edinburgh University and is currently studying towards a second Master’s degree in the Clinical Management of Pain, again through Edinburgh University. Amy Holds a teaching qualification (Associate fellowship in higher education) and is also currently studying towards a post graduate certificate in academic practice.