His interest in medical matters is in his blood: his paternal grandmother was a woman who birthed babies and laid people out ready for burial; and on his mother’s side his ancestors were named Leech (from the Saxon “Laece” meaning healer).
As a Medical Historian he strives to bring academic rigour (He is a graduate of Cardiff, Birmingham and Staffordshire Universities, and holds the Diploma in Medical History from the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries, of which he is a Fellow), his displays and presentations in all aspects have been thoroughly researched using primary and secondary sources. Ensuring all receive the most accurate information.
He has been the resident medieval surgeon for Tewkesbury Medieval Festival for a number of years and regularly appears at The Commandery Worcester and Ludlow Castle, among others, and a number of community historical festivals. He has also worked for the National Trust, CADW and English Heritage.
Kevin is the author of a number of books and articles on aspects of medical history ranging from arrow wounds to body snatching and grave robbing.
He has appeared in a number of documentaries, including “Mystic Britain”: “Leeches, Plagues and Potions”; “The Great Plague” and “The Black Death” for Channel 5; “Ancient Autopsies” for ; Channel 4; for History Hit and the History Channel .
