Bruce worked at Donnington Grove Equine Hospital for many years and is now a private consultant. He is Board Certified in equine surgery and his interests include colic, arthroscopy and fracture repair. He has been one of the pioneers of surgery in the standing horse, and he is one of the most experienced equine surgeons in the UK. He has lectured and taught around the world on the techniques and results of equine surgery. Bruce was BEVA president in 2025.