Chris completed his Bachelor of Applied Science (Podiatry) in 1989 at the Lincoln Institute of Health Sciences. Since then he has undertaken further study at Victoria University in Exercise for Sports Science. Chris worked as a locum in various hospitals and private practices before joining The Melbourne Sports Medicine Centre. In the past Chris was associated with the care of several international tennis players, and was selected to work as podiatrist to athletes at the Sydney Olympics. He is the consultant podiatrist for the North Kangaroos and Carlton A.F.L clubs.