Jim Lafferty was born and bred in Sheffield, studied at The University of Birmingham School of Dentistry, graduating in 1993. He returned to Sheffield as one of the UKs last voluntary VTs, working in 4 practices in and around the city. He became an associate, whilst studying for a Masters in Sports Science, which he did not finish, helping to cover at the practice of a colleague who died suddenly. In 2001, with partner Nichoela, purchased Orgreave Dental Surgery on the outskirts of Sheffield, and phased out their associate arrangements. He plays waterpolo and windsurfs in his spare time.
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