Dr Simon Hurn graduated with honours from the University of Queensland in 1998. Shortly after graduation, Simon undertook internships in Veterinary Anaesthesia, Small Animal Medicine and Small Animal Surgery at the University of Melbourne Veterinary Hospital. In 2002, Simon became a member of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists by examination in Small Animal Surgery. In 2003, Simon completed a Masters of Veterinary Studies from the University of Melbourne and in 2006, became a fellow of the Australian College of Veterinary Scientists by examination in Veterinary Ophthalmology, after completing a residency program in Veterinary Ophthalmology with Dr Andrew Turner.