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Mr Niall Sullivan

BMedSci (Hons), BM BS, MEd & DIC, FRCS (Tr & Ortho)

Orthopaedic Surgeon

Live bookings available

18 years of experience

Bristol, BS1 3NU

(+3 more)

22 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr James Berwin, Mr Damien Tucker and 9 other professionals

4.97

/5

(264 reviews)

Live bookings available

18 years of experience

Bristol, BS1 3NU

(+3 more)

22 connections in healthcare

Skill endorsed

by Mr James Berwin, Mr Damien Tucker and 9 other professionals

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hip Replacement
240
5
Osteoarthritis
41
Hip and Groin Pain
33
3

Contact

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About Mr Niall Sullivan

Mr Niall Sullivan is a highly skilled and experienced Consultant Orthopaedic Hip and Trauma Surgeon. He has been a consultant since 2020 and has extensive expertise in hip replacement and complex hip revision surgery. He specialises in the management of hip arthritis and complex hip pathologies such as avascular necrosis, metastatic cancer, post-traumatic and developmental disorders requiring hip replacements. Mr Sullivan is also a revision hip surgeon with a focus on the management of infected hip replacements.

Mr Sullivan gained broad experience in Orthopaedic and Trauma surgery while completing his training in Bristol. He then completed a year of advanced arthroplasty training in Auckland, NZ, refining his hip replacement skills while learning new computer navigation and MAKO robot techniques for knee replacement surgery. He returned to Bristol for a fellowship in advanced hip arthroplasty and pelvic surgery before completing a final fellowship in Major Trauma at Southmead.

Mr Sullivan is the hip fracture lead at the Bristol Royal Infirmary and Orthopaedic lead for Silver Trauma. He is one of four surgeons running the regional centre for prosthetic hip joint infection at Southmead Hospital. He was also employed by Health Education England as the Surgical Lead for Skills and Courses for the Severn Deanery, providing skills training for over 100 surgical trainees around the region four over 4 years.

Mr Sullivan is the clinical director of the Orthopaedic department at the Bristol Royal Infirmary.

Mr Sullivan has received awards for his research during his training, and he continues to work with University of Bristol researchers to produce high-quality stem cell research and studies on prosthetic joint infection. He is also an active member of the British Hip Society.

As someone who has undergone hip surgery himself, Mr Sullivan can empathise with his patients suffering from hip pathology. He understands the impact of hip problems on patients' day-to-day lives and is committed to helping them through their treatment journey with his expertise and compassion.


Subspecialties

  • Trauma Surgery
  • Hip Surgery

Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
(369)
Skill Endorsements
(35)

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Hip Replacement
240
5
Osteoarthritis
41
Hip and Groin Pain
33
3
Arthritis (Hip)
26
4
Revision Hip Surgery
2
7
Bursitis (Hip)
8
Hip Injections
6
Joint Pain
5
Avascular Necrosis (AVN) of the Hip
1
3
Musculoskeletal Tumour Surgery
3
Hip Dysplasia
2
Joint Injection
2
Hip Dysplasia
2
Complex Arthroplasty
2
The Young Hip
1
Pelvic Fractures
1
Limb Length Discrepancies
1
Inflammatory Arthritis
1
Hip Fractures
1
Revision Surgery
1
Anterior Hip Replacement
1
Hip Arthroplasty
1
Acromioclavicular Joint (ACJ) Excision
1
Bone Metastases
1
Prosthetic Joint Infection
1
Perthe's Disease
Hip Deformity
Intramedullary Nailing

Registered with

General Medical Council

No. 6162536


Education

University of Nottingham

Medicine

Graduated 2007


Qualifications

B Med Sci (Hons) 2005 University of Nottingham

BM BS 2007 University of Nottingham

MEd & DIC 2015 Imperial College, London

Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons

British Hip Society


Languages spoken

  • English

Insurers

  • Aviva Health
  • Bupa Fee Assured
  • WPA
  • Aetna
  • AXA Health
  • Bupa
  • Vitality
  • Saga Health Insurance
  • Healix Health Services

Fees

  • New appointment

    £350
  • Follow-up appointment

    £175
*May vary on location

Locations

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust

Marlborough Street, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS1 3NU

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
08:30 - 12:30
Tuesday
08:30 - 12:30
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Opening hours

Monday
08:30 - 12:30
Tuesday
08:30 - 12:30
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Nuffield Health Bristol Hospital

3 Clifton Hill, Clifton, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS8 1BN

4.85(294 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
14:00 - 17:00
Thursday
14:00 - 17:00
Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Southmead Hospital

Southmead Road Westbury-on-Trym, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS10 5NB

0.00(0 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday - Friday
Saturday
Sunday

Spire Bristol Hospital

Redland Hill Durdham Down, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS6 6UT

4.86(371 reviews)

Opening hours

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
13:30 - 17:00
Saturday
Sunday

Facilities

Wheelchair Accessible
Free Parking
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Areas of expertise

All
Reviews
Skill Endorsements
Hip Replacement
240
5
Osteoarthritis
41
Hip and Groin Pain
33
3

Contact

Book online

Reviews

AI Review Summary

This summary was created by AI based on recent reviews

Mr Niall Sullivan shows a professional, caring, and reassuring manner, providing clear explanations to patients. Many patients report successful hip replacement operations, praising his expertise and feeling confident and safe under his care. They describe smooth recovery leading to reduced pain and improved mobility; his medical secretary Lydia Randall receives praise for excellent administrative support. This exceptional care offers relief from conditions like osteoarthritis, restoring patient quality of life.

5
verified patient
28 May 2026

My experience was good at Spire Bristol. Right from the receptionist who was very welcoming and helpful. My appointment was on time and Mr Sullivan very pleasant, kind and explained what he thought I had and arranged an MRI very quickly, I wasn’t rushed and he gave me time to ask questions.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
25 May 2026

Mr Sullivan explained everything from my first visit, through to my discharge appointment. I had a very positive experience and would have no hesitation recommending. Thank you.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
19 May 2026

I felt really well informed & cared for from start to finish. Mr Sullivan is extremely professional & approachable. His knowledge & manner made me feel completely at ease in his care. I can now, after many years, walk 'normally' without any pain or with a waddling gait! Recovery went so well too, I didn't have any pain, swelling, bruising or seepage. The GP nurse I saw at two weeks post operation took my dressing off & admired my scar, as it was so healthy. I will need my other hip replacing at some point, it is moderately effected by osteoarthritis currently. I would definitely want to see Mr Sullivan again at The Nuffield. Many thanks.

5
verified patient
19 May 2026

Mt Sullivan and his team were wonderfully supportive throughout. There was quick decision making and good communication to ensure a successful outcome. At the initial consultation, the plan for treatment was clearly outlines and then confirmed rapidly by Mr Sullivan's excellent secretary. The pre-op required some extra investigations but they were resolved quickly and efficiently. The team dealt with the operation in a very calm and well practiced manner which put me at my ease and it was no time at all before I was waking up in recovery and back in my room. The follow up and discharge were handled professionally and I was reassured at my last consultation that everything had gone to plan and my recovery was on track. Thank you for the excellent care and attention.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
18 May 2026

I cannot speak highly enough of my experience with Niall Sullivan. From the outset he was calm, quietly spoken, welcoming and I felt very confident in his abilities He explained everything very clearly and in detail, answering my questions to my satisfaction

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
15 May 2026

I feel my experience was excellent. My advice to others having this operation is to make sure you do the exercises beforehand.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
14 May 2026

I felt looked after and listened to. I also felt I could contact the doctor should I need to. The secretary was very efficient and helpful too.

Patient seen for:
4.67
verified patient
14 May 2026

Mr Niall has been ver professional and approachable during my visits and correspondence. He takes great care regarding risk of infection and Keeps you well informed of risks and preventative precautions. My Operation was a total success for which i am very grateful. I would recommend Niall to others

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
14 May 2026

Given the need for the visit, it was not an unpleasant experience. I was kept well informed of the events of the day and the staff were professional and friendly throughout.

Patient seen for:
5
verified patient
04 May 2026

I felt very comfortable with Mr Sullivan. He explained everything clearly and settled my reservations. I will be very happy to let him operate on my hip.

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Skill Endorsements

02 Jun 2026
Endorsed for
Revision Hip Surgery
Musculoskeletal Tumour Surgery
Hip Surgery

Mr James Berwin

Mr James Berwin

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

NIall is a fantastic surgeon and colleague

15 Feb 2026
Endorsed for
Hip Dysplasia
Trauma Surgery

Mr Damien Tucker

Mr Damien Tucker

Orthopaedic Surgeon
We trained together

Excellent surgeon and colleague

27 Jan 2026
Endorsed for
Revision Hip Surgery
Hip Replacement
Prosthetic Joint Infection

Mr Jason Webb

Mr Jason Webb

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague

22 Jan 2026
Endorsed for
Trauma Surgery
Hip Dysplasia

MB

Mr Simon Bick

Orthopaedic Surgeon
Is a colleague
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What are Mr Niall Sullivan's reviews like?

Mr Niall Sullivan's overall patient rating is 4.97 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 264 reviews.

What languages does Mr Niall Sullivan speak?

Mr Niall Sullivan speaks English

Where is Mr Niall Sullivan located?

Mr Niall Sullivan primarily practices at University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, located at Marlborough Street, Bristol, United Kingdom, BS1 3NU
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What are Mr Niall Sullivan working hours?

Mr Niall Sullivan is working Monday (08:30 - 12:30), Tuesday (08:30 - 12:30), Wednesday (14:00 - 17:00), Thursday (14:00 - 17:00), Friday (13:30 - 17:00)

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