Karen Perry, BVM&S, CertSAS, DipECVS, FHEA, graduated from The University of Edinburgh Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies (R[D]SVS) in 2005.

Following a short period in mixed practice, she completed an internship in small animal orthopaedics and neurosurgery at Fitzpatrick Referrals, prior to undertaking a residency in small animal surgery at the R(D)SVS.

After completing this in 2010, and achieving European College of Veterinary Surgeons status in 2011, Karen joined the RVC as a lecturer in small animal orthopaedics. After four years, she became an assistant professor in small animal orthopaedics at Michigan State University.