Andrew Laming

Andrew is the federal Liberal member for the seat of Bowman in Queensland, and the secretary of the Coalition Parliamentary Economics Committee.

After graduating in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Queensland in 1990, Andrew undertook research at the Menzies School of Health Research in Darwin where he pioneered a breakthrough drug in the treatment of trachoma amongst Aboriginal children.

As well as working in indigenous health, Andrew’s strong commitment to humanitarian projects has seen him travel to Afghanistan were he worked clearing landmines, and to East Timor where he worked as a health planning specialist for the East Timor Transitional Authority.

His career has also included spells in finance and economic policy, including a period with the World Bank in Washington DC.

As well as being a doctor and surgeon, Andrew is also an avid sportsman and a tireless local community worker who knows the importance of practical benefits for local communities.