Dr Neil Haplin

Dr Nail Halpin

MBBS, FACSEP

As one of the most experienced Sport and Exercise Physicians in the country, Neil brings a wealth of experience and knowledge in all areas of Sports Medicine.

Neil has been the Chief Medical Officer to the Newcastle Knights since the club’s inception and he is one of the longest serving doctors in the National Rugby League (NRL). He was Chief Medical Officer for both the 1997 and 2001 premiership winning sides at the Knights. Neil continues in his role as Chief Medical Officer to the Newcastle Jets Football Club, a role he has held since inception of the football club.

Neil has a subspecialist interest in groin injuries and he has consulted and operated on elite athletes across a wide range of sporting disciplines throughout his distinguished career. He also has a specialist interest in the investigation and management of claudicant leg pain.

Neil continues to consult on all acute and chronic injuries and he welcomes all referrals from across the Newcastle & the Hunter region.