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Brian D. Sullivan, DO
EmergeOrtho
Orthopedics, Elbow, Hip, Knee, Orthopedic Surgery, Shoulder, Sports Medicine
Hickory, Newton, Taylorsville
4.9
446 Ratings
170 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.
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4.9
446 Ratings
170 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.
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Foothills Region: Hickory - Orthopedics
2165 Medical Park Drive
Hickory, NC 28602
Hickory, NC 28602
Foothills Region: Newton - Orthopedics
829 West 25th Street
Newton, NC 28658
Newton, NC 28658
Foothills Region: Taylorsville - Orthopedics
50 Macedonia Church Road
Taylorsville, NC 28681
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
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Understanding of my concerns. I am Very pleased with him.
He’s the doctor that lets me talk about my shoulders and how I’m feeling overall. Very kind and caring. I was nervous after Dr. Sladicka retired, but not anymore!
Excellent attention to detail Clear & concise explanations of what to expect and what it takes to move forward. Displayed obvious patient concern.
He was very nice and told me what I might need to do I will have to see what is going to be the best sollution Thank you Raymond (Gene) Hamilton
So helpful in discussing reverse shoulder surgery! Took lots of time and did not seem hurried. Very kind and so knowledgeable! Would definitely recommend!
Very professional and easy to talk to.
Best in the business..
Brian is the 3rd Dr I’ve seen regarding my knee condition. He approached it with options the other Drs offered. More confident with his diagnosis
Very attentive, informative and personable/friendly
Excellent visit today . Dr. Sullivan was kind and most courteous. He made feel like he cared about my situation. It was a great visit and so glad I got to see him .