Andrea is an Associate Professor in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Welfare Science in the Sydney School of Veterinary Science. Dr Andrea Harvey graduated from University of Bristol, UK in 2000, and became an ECVIM diplomate and RCVS Specialist in Feline Medicine in 2005. She spent a further 10 years in small animal medicine referral practice in academia and private practice both in the UK and Australia. Andrea worked closely during that time with the International Society of Feline Medicine, particularly in developing the Cat Friendly Clinic scheme. She has lectured internationally and published widely in feline internal medicine. She then decided to pursue another passion and obtained a PhD in animal welfare science and behavioural ecology of wild horses and ANZCVS Memberships in Animal Welfare. Andrea is passionate about incorporating animal welfare science into all aspects of veterinary practice to empower veterinarians to have the confidence that their decision making is always aimed at achieving the best welfare outcomes for their patients.