In August 1996 he qualified as an osteopath and naturopath. Michael entered osteopathic medicine as a mature student in 1991.

It was due to severe back pain Michael became interested in osteopathic Medicine which helped him recover and return to a very strenuos and physical job.

This experience inspired Michael to qualify and develop as a practitioner.

With his experiences of life combined with his osteopathic teachings, Michael practices Osteopathic Medicine using a variety of techniques including naturopathy, and applied kinesiology.