Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip, Knee, Orthopedic Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Taylorsville
Most recent review: 2 days ago
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4.9
494 Ratings
193 Comments
Dr. Brian D. Sullivan, D.O. is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon providing care to patients in our Hickory and Newton locations. Dr. Sullivan is a local who was born and raised in Conover, NC. He attended Newton-Conover High School and went on to graduate from Lenoir-Rhyne University with degrees in biology and chemistry. He became passionate about the medical field and sports medicine as a student-athlete during high school and college.
Dr. Brian D. Sullivan, D.O. is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon providing care to patients in our Hickory and Newton locations. Dr. Sullivan is a local who was born and raised in Conover, NC. He attended Newton-Conover High School and went on to graduate from Lenoir-Rhyne University with degrees in biology and chemistry. He became passionate about the medical field and sports medicine as a student-athlete during high school and college.
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Although he was not the doctor I needed to see he made the correct arrangements for me
(2 days ago)
Oct-2025
He's excellent! Very personable and patient. He listens and explains.
(4 days ago)
Oct-2025
Very caring
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Friendly and professional. Explained each step of what he was going to do.
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Very good at explaining your problem and the best thing to do to improve your problem
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
I was very well pleased with him
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Great service every visit!!
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Dr Sullivan listens and addresses issue. Earned confidence in him, with his knowledge and bedside manner. Highly recommend!!
(1 week ago)
Oct-2025
Didnt really confirm,if my foot was healing,or not!
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
Dr. Sullivan is a remarkable, caring surgeon! Everything was explained in layman’s terms so we could understand the timeline for recovery. The follow up visits were great because he showed us each improvement and answered all our questions and concerns. We have shared our positive experience with many others; and have heard some similar stories from other “Sullivan” patients.
(2 weeks ago)
Oct-2025
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Foothills Region: Hickory - Orthopedics
2165 Medical Park Drive Hickory, NC 28602
Foothills Region: Newton - Orthopedics
829 West 25th Street Newton, NC 28658
Foothills Region: Taylorsville - Orthopedics
50 Macedonia Church Road Taylorsville, NC 28681
Dr. Brian D. Sullivan, D.O. is a fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon providing care to patients in our Hickory and Newton locations. Dr. Sullivan is a local who was born and raised in Conover, NC. He attended Newton-Conover High School and went on to graduate from Lenoir-Rhyne University with degrees in biology and chemistry. He became passionate about the medical field and sports medicine as a student-athlete during high school and college.
Dr. Sullivan completed his medical degree at the Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine in Des Moines, Iowa. He went on to complete his orthopedic training at the OhioHealth Orthopedic Residency Program, which consisted of multiple hospitals including Grant Medical Center, a level one trauma center. After finishing his general orthopedic training, he went on to further subspecialize in orthopedic sports medicine at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston, Texas. While completing his fellowship, he was a team physician for the Houston SaberCats professional rugby team. After completing his training, he worked in Snellville, Georgia. There he was a team physician for the Gwinnett Gladiators professional hockey team in the ECHL.
His practice includes general orthopedics with specialty training in sports medicine. He enjoys working with athletes of all ages and walks of life. His practice revolves around his patient’s goals. “I want to get people back to doing the activities they enjoy. It is important to stay active. My goal is to treat patients’ orthopedic issues so they can return to their favorite activity, whether it be getting a professional athlete back to their sport or a recreational golfer back to walking the course without pain.” He has special interest in shoulder and knee surgeries and performs minimally invasive arthroscopic procedures and total joint replacements.
Dr. Sullivan is thrilled to be back in his hometown and excited to serve the community he was raised in. In his spare time, you can find Dr. Sullivan enjoying our community’s local restaurants, farmers markets, and parks with his wife and two young boys. He also enjoys hiking in the Blue Ridge Mountains and spending time on the lake with his family.
Education Des Moines University College of Osteopathic Medicine OhioHealth Orthopedic Residency Program- Surgical Residency Baylor College of Medicine- Sports Medicine Fellowship
Although he was not the doctor I needed to see he made the correct arrangements for me
He's excellent! Very personable and patient. He listens and explains.
Very caring
Friendly and professional. Explained each step of what he was going to do.
Very good at explaining your problem and the best thing to do to improve your problem
I was very well pleased with him
Great service every visit!!
Dr Sullivan listens and addresses issue. Earned confidence in him, with his knowledge and bedside manner. Highly recommend!!
Didnt really confirm,if my foot was healing,or not!
Dr. Sullivan is a remarkable, caring surgeon! Everything was explained in layman’s terms so we could understand the timeline for recovery. The follow up visits were great because he showed us each improvement and answered all our questions and concerns. We have shared our positive experience with many others; and have heard some similar stories from other “Sullivan” patients.