Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip, Knee, Orthopedic Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Taylorsville
Most recent review: Oct 03, 2025
New
4.9
465 Ratings
178 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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Dr.Sullivan presented himself as a committed professional,; very knowledgeable, respectful & courteous.
(4 days ago)
Oct-2025
Very thorough and helpful with the condition of my hand. Sending me too
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Great job
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
He is a very good Doctor and surgeon and he listens to you and is interested in your concerns.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. Sullivan is a skilled surgeon but also kind and polite. He listens to your concerns and answers questions with patience.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Very knowledgeable, excellent patient presentation, clearly explains diagnosis and care toward for a successful healing
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Listens.
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
He listens & cares! A great doctor!
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Dr. Sullivan is a wonderful doctor. He has really helped me
(1 month ago)
Sep-2025
Understanding of my concerns. I am Very pleased with him.
(1 month ago)
Sep-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
Dr.Sullivan presented himself as a committed professional,; very knowledgeable, respectful & courteous.
Very thorough and helpful with the condition of my hand. Sending me too
Great job
He is a very good Doctor and surgeon and he listens to you and is interested in your concerns.
Dr. Sullivan is a skilled surgeon but also kind and polite. He listens to your concerns and answers questions with patience.
Very knowledgeable, excellent patient presentation, clearly explains diagnosis and care toward for a successful healing
Listens.
He listens & cares! A great doctor!
Dr. Sullivan is a wonderful doctor. He has really helped me
Understanding of my concerns. I am Very pleased with him.