Dr Brent Higgins

BVSc CertSAS
Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons
Registered Specialist in Small Animal Surgery

 

Brent is a small animal orthopaedic surgeon with expertise in diagnosing lameness and treating cruciate rupture, joint conditions, fractures and growth deformities in dogs and cats. 

 

After a BVSc at Massey University, Brent completed specialist residency training at the University of Liverpool, UK. He became a Diplomate of the European College of Veterinary Surgeons in 2011.

 

Brent is passionate about helping vets provide an excellent service for their owners. He co-founded Animal Orthopaedics Christchurch and Wellington (referral clinics), OssAbility (medical devices and decision support), Elbow Dysplasia Research, Practical CPD (Australiasian workshops) and Zero Pain Philosophy (education).

 

Brent owns a fluffy cat, Luna, and has a soft spot for black labradors. In his downtime, he enjoys running on the beach and in the hills.