Biography
Mr. Harry Benjamin-Laing is a Consultant Hand and Wrist Surgeon at Milton Keynes University Hospital, with a focused expertise in the management of complex hand and wrist conditions, both elective and trauma-related. His clinical practice is grounded in evidence-based surgery and enhanced by a deep commitment to education, research, and innovation in orthopaedics.
He qualified in 2007, and went on to complete his specialist training in Trauma and Orthopaedic Surgery through the North West Mersey Rotation. He was awarded his Certificate of Completion of Training (CCT) in 2022. Following completion of training, he spent some time working at the prestigious UCLH Hand Unit at University College London Hospitals, where he gained invaluable experience managing high-volume, complex hand and wrist cases within a tertiary referral setting.
He was then selected for the highly competitive fellowship at Wrightington Hospital, a renowned international centre of excellence for orthopaedic surgery. There, he further developed advanced skills in procedures such as carpectomies, wrist arthroplasties, ligament reconstructions, and peripheral nerve decompressions, solidifying his expertise in Hand & Wrist surgery at the highest level.
Mr. Benjamin-Laing combines his clinical work with an active interest in medical education, regularly contributing to peer-reviewed publications, orthopaedic textbooks, and speaking at national and international conferences. He is the founder of Orthom8, an educational YouTube platform that supports orthopaedic trainees preparing for the FRCS (Tr & Orth) examination. The channel has become a widely used resource across the UK and internationally, particularly valued during the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic when access to traditional training was limited.
His potential as a leader in orthopaedics has been recognised through his selection for the British Orthopaedic Association (BOA) Future Leaders Programme, a prestigious initiative that nurtures clinical leadership and innovation within the specialty. He has also received the Frostick Foundation Grant, awarded for excellence in orthopaedic education and academic contribution.
In addition to his clinical and educational work, Mr. Benjamin-Laing serves as the Social Media Editor for the European Journal of Hand Surgery (JHS-E), where he helps shape the journal’s digital presence and global engagement. He also sits on the FESSH Journal Committee, contributing to strategic discussions around the future of academic publishing and outreach in the field of hand surgery.
Mr. Benjamin-Laing is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care through shared decision-making, precision surgery, and continuous innovation. He strives to combine surgical expertise with a strong academic foundation and a passion for mentorship, helping shape the next generation of orthopaedic surgeons.
With a career that bridges clinical excellence, education, and leadership, Mr. Benjamin-Laing exemplifies the modern surgical professional—collaborative, compassionate, and continually evolving in the service of his patients and profession. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with family and friends and staying active through a lifelong love of sport.
Interests:
Hand & Wrist Surgery,
Digital Health,
Education
Digital Animation,
Innovation,
Social media
