Risha Patel graduated from Cardiff University in 2007 and completed her pre-registration year with Optical Express. She has spent 12 years employed by Boots Opticians as a resident optometrist in various London practices and had the opportunity to work as a learning and development specialist. Risha has also been a primary supervisor for nine pre-reg students. Risha joined Johnson & Johnson as a professional education and development manager in June 2024.