Dr Andrew Bullen is a Vascular surgeon in the Illawarra region with appointments at The Wollongong Public and Wollongong Private Hospital. With interest in comprehensive diabetic foot care, carotid artery treatment and minimally invasive aortic aneurysm repair, his practice covers all aspects of arterial and venous disease.
Andrew completed his training in Sydney after gaining experience both nationally and internationally at several world-renowned vascular and trauma centres. Recently he undertook a travelling Fellowship in the Department of Angiology in Leipzig, Germany.
He is an Associate Lecturer and examiner for the University of New South Wales, contributes to the Masters of Surgery program at the University of Sydney and is regularly involved in the supervision and training of upcoming Vascular surgeons. Additionally, Andrew instructs skills courses for the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons and is an invited examiner for the Vascular Fellowship trials.
His interests in the development of new, less invasive and biological treatment options have led to research opportunities internationally as well as partnerships with the Wollongong University Nanotechnology unit.
Dr Bullen believes in creating a strong partnership between each patient and General Practitioner to provide a more efficient, accessible and lasting health care experience.