Dr. Peter Lam is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon based in Sydney, Australia, internationally recognized for his pioneering work in minimally invasive foot and ankle surgery.
A graduate of the University of Sydney with honors in Medicine and Surgery, Dr. Lam completed his orthopaedic training in Australia before undertaking a prestigious fellowship in Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Surgery at Union Memorial Hospital in Baltimore with Dr mark Myerson and Dr Lew Schon. He currently serves as Director of the Minimally Invasive Surgery and Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Fellowship in Sydney, where he mentors the next generation of surgical innovators.
His clinical expertise spans arthroscopic and sports related foot and ankle surgery especially in elite athletes, and the use of MIS for the treatment of complex deformity correction with a particular focus on hallux valgus and forefoot reconstruction.
Dr. Lam is a prolific contributor to orthopaedic literature, with over 35 peer-reviewed publications and multiple book chapters detailing cutting-edge surgical techniques. He is a sought-after speaker at global conferences, including AOFAS, EFAS, BOFAS, and MIFAS by GRECMIP, where he shares insights on the evolution of percutaneous procedures and their clinical outcomes.
His collaborative research has shaped the development of third- and fourth- generation PECA techniques and introduced novel approaches such as META osteotomy and 3D-printed instrumentation. His research has helped contribute to changes in national guidelines. Through his academic leadership and technical innovation, Dr. Lam continues to redefine standards in foot and ankle surgery worldwide.
