Nigel completed his junior posts at Bristol University, St Thomas’ Hospital, and Bristol Eye Hospital. He then undertook five years as a registrar in Aberdeen, working with Professor John Forrester. In 1995, he completed a fellowship at the Royal Perth Hospital in Western Australia, training under Dr Ian McAllister and further refining his skills in ophthalmology. Since 1997, Mr Kirkpatrick has been a consultant in Gloucestershire, steadily building his expertise in cataract and retinal surgery. In recent years, he has been instrumental in developing efficient and award-winning NHS services with Newmedica, ensuring high-quality care for his patients.