Senior Clinical Lecturer (E&R) (HEFCE-NHS CSLA) Graduated from Liverpool University and initially embarked on a career in cardiology. Completed his clinical training and moved to the University of Exeter Medical School (formally Peninsula Medical School), where he has attained a National Institute of Healthcare Research Clinical Senior Lecturer Award Fellowship to continue his research. Currently works in a research team exploring the aetiopathogenic mechanisms of a diverse range of vascular disease, from stroke to diabetic cardiomyopathy. Was the UK Chief investigator for the Diabetes in the Elderly trial that explored the feasibility of setting individualized treatment targets for older people with diabetes.