Barbara graduated from the University of Lisbon, Portugal in 2009. After working in a small animal practice for a year, she moved to Swindon to undertake a general internship at a referral practice, followed by three years in general practice. She completed a residency in Diagnostic Imaging at the University of Glasgow’s Small Animal Hospital and a Master’s degree investigating canine oesophageal diseases. She holds a RCVS Certificate in Advanced Veterinary Practice and a European Diploma in Small Animal Diagnostic Imaging. Barbara is currently working in a multidisciplinary referral Hospital in Livingston.