Well known in the bird world, Alan has served on the Council, and has been Chairman of, The Parrot Society UK. A former Chairman of the European Committee of the Association of Avian Veterinarians, he also served a term on the AAV Board of Directors. Currently he is a member of  BVZS and BSAVA, and regularly attends seminars and conferences organised by all these groups, as well as presenting papers at meetings of these associations.

A regular writer on bird topics in popular publications such as Cage & Aviary Birds, Birdkeeper Magazine, Bird Keeping World, and the Parrot Society magazine, he also contributes articles in Avian Veterinary textbooks and journals. He frequently gives talks to bird clubs and local veterinary groups up and down the country on the subject of avian medicine.

Over the years Alan has kept, & still has many dogs, cats, parrots and fish. His pass times are walking, gardening, writing and photography. He is a vet who is committed to providing clients and patients with understanding and compassionate treatment based on experience and common sense, and passing on the knowledge acquired over many years of work in his chosen field.