Philip studied at the British School of Osteopathy, the oldest and largest osteopathic college or course outside of the USA, graduating in 1986. The four year full-time course included the study of anatomy, physiology, pathology, embryology, neurology, paediatrics, orthopaedics, rheumatology and psychology to a similar standard as medical schools plus the principals, theory, techniques and clinical practice of osteopathy. Before graduating as an osteopath, Philip did over 1000 hours of supervised consultations with real patients in the BSO Clinic. While he was a student, Philip had a special interest in, and did extra clinics in: sports injuries, orthopaedics, pregnancy and the care of babies and children.

In the last 28 years Philip has treated tens of thousands of patients providing Philip with a high degree of sensitivity and a huge data base of practical knowledge and understanding resulting in fast and powerful recovery. Philip has undertaken postgraduate studies at leading osteopathy colleges in advanced manipulative techniques, functional technique, neuromuscular technique, fascial release technique, harmonic technique, muscle energy technique, clinical kinesiology, activator methods, visceral osteopathy and cranial osteopathy