Dr Richard Sullivan

Biography

Dr Sullivan is a Medical Oncologist with a specialist interest in lung cancer, head, neck and brain tumours and mesothelioma. Richard studied in Christchurch, Dunedin, Wellington and Auckland. He graduated from the University of Otago School of Medicine in 1994 and became a Specialist in 2004. Richard is currently the Director of the Northern Cancer Network, Deputy CMO at Auckland City Hospital, the Director of Cancer and Blood at Auckland City Hospital, the Director of Cancer Outcomes at Auckland City Hospital and a Director at Canopy Cancer Care. Richard is the principle investigator on several New Zealand lung cancer research trials. He also sits on numerous national cancer-related committees and is currently the Co-Chairman of the National Adolescent Cancer Working Group. Richard brings a strong focus on improving experiences and outcomes for his patients and their families when they find themselves embarking on the cancer treatment journey. Outside of his work, Richard is Chair of Auckland Normal Intermediate School and is the coach of several junior football teams.

Research Interest

Lung, Brain and Mesothelioma