Dr Philip Bullen, Consultant Obstetrician and Subspecialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine
Dr Philip Bullen
Consultant Obstetrician and Subspecialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine
Dr Philip Bullen MB ChB MD MRCOG
Consultant Obstetrician and Subspecialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine
Dr Philip Bullen
Consultant Obstetrician and Subspecialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine MB ChB MD MRCOG

Areas of expertise
- Early pregnancy care
- High-risk pregnancy
- Maternal and fetal medicine
- Blood testing and results interpretation
- Maternal and fetal medicine

Make an appointment
Address
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The Portland Hospital
205 – 209 Great Portland Street, London, W1W 5AH
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HCA UK at The Wilmslow Hospital
52 Alderley Road, Wilmslow, SK9 1NY
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The Birth Company Cheshire
Alderley Edge Medical Centre, Talbot Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire, SK9 7HR
About Dr Philip Bullen
GMC number: 3260207
Year qualified: 1987
Place of primary qualification: University of Manchester
Dr Philip Bullen is a highly experienced Consultant Obstetrician and Subspecialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine. With a career devoted to women's health, Dr Bullen has extensive experience and expertise in various facets of obstetrics and fetal medicine.
Dr Bullen graduated from Manchester University in 1987. Following this, he pursued higher training and engaged in research activities in prominent medical centres in Newcastle and London. These experiences enriched his knowledge and skills in obstetrics and fetal medicine.
Dr Bullen's dedication and passion for his field led him to the role of a Consultant in 2000. Since then, he has been an integral part of the medical community in Manchester, contributing significantly to the well-being of pregnant women and their unborn children.
Within fetal medicine, Dr Bullen offers a comprehensive range of services to expectant mothers. These services include cutting-edge ultrasound scanning and invasive testing procedures for prenatal diagnosis. Notably, he is skilled in conducting procedures such as amniocentesis, chorionic villus sampling (CVS), and fetal blood sampling, all of which play a crucial role in assessing and ensuring the health of the developing fetus.
Dr Bullen has made substantial contributions to the field of fetal medicine by developing and leading the regional fetal transfusion service. This service addresses the unique medical needs of pregnant women and their babies, particularly when complications arise. Furthermore, he is experienced in managing neurological concerns during pregnancy. He collaborates closely with neurologists in a specialised joint antenatal clinic, providing essential care and guidance to expectant mothers dealing with neurological issues.
Dr Philip Bullen's career shows his commitment to advancing the field of obstetrics and fetal medicine. His dedication is underscored by his extensive training, research, and leadership in various specialised services. As a Consultant Obstetrician and Subspecialist in Fetal and Maternal Medicine, Dr Bullen continues to make a significant impact on the field.
Areas of expertise
- 4D ultrasound
- Antenatal care
- Blood testing and results interpretation
- Caesarean
- Childbirth
- Detailed fetal ultrasound scanning and counselling
- Early pregnancy care
- Ectopic pregnancy
- Family planning
- Fetal development
- Fetal medicine
- General and complex antenatal care and screening
- Gestational diabetes
- Gynaecological examination
- High blood pressure pregnancy
- High-risk pregnancy
- Invasive diagnostic procedures – amniocentesis, chorionic villous sampling
- Maternal and fetal medicine
- Multiple pregnancy
- Natural childbirth
- Pelvic floor
- Postmenopausal bleeding
- Postpartum depression
- Postpartum haemorrhage
- Preconception care
- Pre-eclampsia
- Pregnancy counselling
- Premature birth
- Prenatal testing
- Preterm labour risk assessment scanning
- Transvaginal ultrasound
- Ultrasound
- Women's health
Professional memberships
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Articles by Dr Philip Bullen
Investigation of the epidemiology and prenatal diagnosis of holoprosencephaly in the North of England
Antenatal detection of cleft lip with or without cleft palate: incidence of associated chromosomal and structural anomalies
Investigation of the epidemiology and prenatal diagnosis of holoprosencephaly in the North of England