Newcastle Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Clinic

04/09/2021

Residual clubfoot or Talipes equinovarus as it is known surgically can cause serious problems in adulthood.
Deformity such as this cause painful callus, excessive shoe wear & painful arthritis.
The surgical salvage of this condition is hind foot fusion to correct deformity & overcome arthritis.

26/08/2021

Did you know that we are still consulting in these tough times? We have Covid regulations in place to ensure our patients and staff are kept safe.
- If you are travelling from a distance please check with Service NSW that you are able to attend our LGA.

19/08/2021

Tumours of the foot are common. The vast majority are benign but still cause problems with shoe wear & sports.
This mucoid cyst was located on the dorsum of the big toe & came to excision biopsy to avoid pressure from shoes & to determine the histopathology.
About 10% of cysts & ganglia recur.

17/07/2021

Traumatic fracture/dislocation of the ankle can be a life-changing injury. These fractures can be fixed internally but condemn the joint to certain post-traumatic arthritis.
Therefore, more surgery might be need after the fractures have healed.

10/06/2021

Osteochondral defects of the talar dome can be crippling & difficult to treat as they damage the weight bearing surface of the ankle joint.
Treatment options include activity modification, anti inflammatory medication, injectables or surgery to try to heal the cartilage & bone.
If these lesions progress they lead to ankle arthritis.

06/05/2021

Below knee, amputation is generally considered a disastrous outcome for a patient. But for pathology that is dead, dangerous or just a ‘damned’ nuisance, it can be a godsend.
Patients can return to meaningful & pain-free activities of daily living, work & physical activities after a period of rehabilitation.
New technologies such as Osteointegration are promising improved prosthetics & patient outcomes.

03/05/2021

New week. New sign 😄
Pop down to our Elder Street office and check it out!

29/04/2020

Symptomatic ankle arthritis above a hind foot fusion is always difficult to manage.
The two surgical options include ankle replacement or fusion but both can have unpredictable outcomes.
With this man (77), I have pushed him to persevere with non operative treatment including analgesics, activity modification and weight reduction.

11/04/2020

Happy Easter from Dr O'Sullivan and the team at Newcastle Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Clinic. We hope you have a lovely long weekend and stay safe!
The clinic will reopen on Tuesday 14th April at 9am.

31/03/2020

Dr O'Sullivan is still consulting out of his rooms in Lambton. He is currently available for acute injuries and ruptures to the foot and ankle region.
Dr O'Sullivan is participating in teleconferencing consultations, please contact our office for further information.
Stay safe and stay home unless absolutely necessary.

28/08/2019

Dr O'Sullivan now consults once a month at Suite 10 in Specialist Medical Centre 2. at Maitland Private Hospital. If you are a new patient speak to your GP about a referral to Dr O'Sullivan's Maitland clinic. If you are a current patient and would like to be seen in Maitland please mention this to our Reception staff. For all enquiries please contact us on 49573401.

The Hunter Valley's premier private health facility with 18 years' experience providing high quality surgical and medical services.