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Dr Sally Nicholson

General Practitioner

GP (2008), Diploma (Sports and Exercise Medicine)

Practises at:  Lincoln Private Hospital

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Personal profile

Dr Sally Nicholson is an experienced and devoted private General Practitioner (GP) with extensive expertise in healthcare. She graduated from Leeds University in 2002 and completed 3 years of training at the renowned Yorkshire School of Surgery before shifting her focus to General Practice and Sports Medicine.

Dr Nicholson earned her GP qualification in 2008, and has since been dedicated to delivering a high standard of healthcare to her patients. In 2012, she furthered her qualifications by obtaining a Diploma in Sports and Exercise Medicine.

In addition to her General Practice work, she spent 15 years in Elite Sport, notably with the English Institute of Sport (now UKSI), British Equestrian, and British Athletics. Her role involved providing medical care to Paralympic and Olympic athletes, underscoring her broad skill set.

Her sports medicine career includes participation in various Paralympic and Olympic Games, culminating in her appointment as Chief Medical Officer for the GB Winter Paralympic Team in 2022.

With her extensive experience, Dr Nicholson is committed to providing personalised, evidence-based healthcare solutions tailored to each patient's needs. She values the additional time and attention she can offer her patients.

At Lincoln Private Hospital, Dr Nicholson can offer Private GP Appointments and Private Health Assessments.

Clinical interests

Dr Nicholson's expertise is not limited to General Practice. She has a special interest in treating patients with:

  • Lower back pain
  • Multiple joint pain
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Neck pain
  • Sports-related issues, including concussion
  • Mental health problems
  • Dermatology
  • Ear, nose and throat conditions
  • Gastroenterology, including irritable bowel syndrome

Professional memberships

  • RCGP
  • IOC
  • GMC
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