A Warm Welcome to A/Prof Paul Harvie

We are thrilled to welcome A/Prof Paul Harvie, Orthopaedic Surgeon, to our growing network of specialists. Known for his pragmatic, thoughtful approach and his deep experience across surgical and academic settings, A/Prof Harvie brings a unique blend of technical precision, lived clinical insight, and genuine humanity to the field of orthopaedics.

Professional Background

A/Prof Harvie’s path into orthopaedics wasn’t a straight one, but that’s part of what makes his perspective so valuable. Initially pursuing cardiac surgery, his early training took him from Oxford to the prestigious Royal Brompton Hospital in London. However, a week into the role, he realised his true calling lay elsewhere: in orthopaedic surgery.

As cardiac surgery positions became increasingly scarce, A/Prof Harvie moved into orthopaedics with the support of his mentors and went on to complete several years of research at Oxford before fully committing to the specialty. Today, his practice is characterised by both a surgeon’s precision and an engineer’s analytical mind, backed by the broad foundation of his original engineering degree. You can check his availability through our Red Health Online (RHO) platform or by contacting our Client Experience team.

Areas of Expertise

A/Prof Harvie brings expert clinical and surgical input across:

• Complex orthopaedic trauma
• Joint reconstruction and arthroplasty
• Functional musculoskeletal assessments
• Post-injury rehabilitation planning
• Academic and clinical mentoring

His deep understanding of both surgical practice and systemic healthcare challenges makes him an invaluable contributor to patient outcomes and interdisciplinary care teams

Notable Achievements

• Transitioned from engineering to medicine, entering medical school at age 26
• Completed surgical training in leading UK centres including Oxford and London
• Brings a research-informed, outcome-driven focus to clinical orthopaedics

Get to Know A/Prof Harvie

We sat down with A/Prof Harvie to explore the person behind the professional:

Q1: Why Orthopaedic Surgery?
“Honestly, it wasn’t my first choice—I originally wanted to be a cardiac surgeon. But after starting training at the Royal Brompton, I realised it just wasn’t for me. I went back to my mentors in Oxford, and they were incredibly supportive. The timing was a blessing, really—within a few years, many cardiac trainees were told there were no jobs available. Switching to orthopaedics opened up a fulfilling path I might never have found otherwise.”

Q2: Career Highlight?
“Getting into medical school at 26 after an engineering degree. It took me a while, but that journey gave me a wider lens than some others in the field. The crossover between analytical problem-solving and hands-on clinical care is where I’ve found my sweet spot.”

Q3: What do you enjoy outside of work?
“I go fishing. My dad used to go fishing, so I used to go with him when I was young. I don’t keep anything at all—put most back. People still say, “No, you’re still hurting the fish.” And my wife always wants me to keep the fish that I catch, but I think I’ve kept maybe five fish in ten years.

We’ve got some great scenery down here, and some of the fishing is a challenge. You target a species—for example, we’ve got kingfish. It took me seven years and two weeks before I caught my first one, and I actually lost one trying to get it in the net..”

Q4: Dream Dinner Guest?
“John McEnroe. Because I grew up watching him play, and I thought he was an absolute legend. He changed the sport. He challenged authority, which I sometimes do on occasion, and he could back most of what he said with expertise. And he’s still on TV, and when you hear him talk, people respect what he says. He’s not afraid to tell the truth or offend. He doesn’t pull punches. And he’s got a few other facets—he plays guitar in a rock band. I’ve always found him really interesting to listen to and talk to. No pretensions about himself. Just a very interesting person.”

Bonus Questions

Pineapple on pizza?
“I’ll eat anything, but I don’t think I’ve ever bought a pizza with pineapple on it. I’m more of a seafood person. Like, if my wife says she’s going out with the girls, I go, “Great!” Not because she’s gone, but because I can cook what I want— Seafood pizza with prawn, chilli, garlic—lots of chilli. I’m happy.

But if someone gave me a pizza with pineapple on it, I’d eat it. It just wouldn’t be my first choice.”

Cats or dogs?
“I’ve always had cats—my first lived to 19. But since moving to Australia, we haven’t had pets. We travel a lot, and cats aren’t quite as popular here.”

Summer or winter?
“Summer, no question. I was a teenage lifeguard, love the sea, and Tassie’s weather suits me. We head to Port Douglas most years, and I’ve got some legendary tan lines to prove it!”

Connect with A/Prof Harvie

To book an appointment with A/Prof Harvie, visit Red Health Online (RHO) or contact our Client Experience team at 1300 100 733.

A/Prof Paul Harvie’s CV Extract

This is a short extract, Oct 22. For A/Prof Harvie’s full CV, please contact us.