Dr Benjamin O'Sullivan

Dr Benjamin O'Sullivan is a dedicated Consultant Paediatric Surgeon who provides comprehensive surgical care for infants, children, and young people. Recognised for his reassuring and professional approach, Dr O'Sullivan works closely with families to deliver tailored treatment plans that prioritise patient comfort, safety, and long-term well-being. His practice encompasses a wide spectrum of general paediatric surgical conditions, ensuring that young patients receive expert care throughout their diagnosis, surgical procedure, and post-operative recovery.

Dr O'Sullivan possesses specialised expertise in paediatric upper gastrointestinal surgery and paediatric thoracic surgery. His sub-speciality interests extend to neonatal surgery, including cotside and bedside laparotomies for critically ill neonates, as well as minimally invasive surgical techniques designed to reduce recovery times. He is experienced in managing complex conditions such as short bowel syndrome and performing procedures including small bowel anastomoses, consistently aiming for optimal clinical outcomes while minimising surgical stress for growing children.

Dr O'Sullivan completed extensive postgraduate higher surgical training in paediatric and neonatal surgery. In addition to his clinical responsibilities, he is actively engaged in medical research, contributing to publications on neonatal surgical practices and innovative virtual surgical education. Dr O'Sullivan is a member of the British Association of Paediatric Surgeons (BAPS) and regularly participates in surgical training initiatives to maintain the highest standards of patient care.