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GP services.

Our highly skilled staff can provide a full range of general practice consultations.

Accident and Urgent Care

EMERGENCIES  - CALL 111

​Accident and urgent medical care in Akaroa and the Bays is provided 24/7 by Akaroa Health.

 

You can call us on 033047004 for any urgent accident or medical issue. One of our receptionists (during open hours) or nurses (afterhours) will arrange for a Doctor or Nurse to assess you immediately.

 

We can assist with most minor injuries, accidents, and wound care management. If necessary, we will transfer you to Christchurch Hospital for x-rays and further treatment.

PRIME Care

The PRIME (Primary Response in Medical Emergencies) service is a collaborative initiative funded by the Ministry of Health and ACC, managed by St John. It aims to a coordinated response and effective management of emergencies in rural areas.

 

This service leverages the of specially trained rural GPs and/or nurses to assist the volunteer St John crew.

General Care

Doctor Appointments

We allocate 15 minutes for GP consultations which is in general enough time to deal with one major or two minor issues. If you have a number of complex issues, you will need to book a double appointment.

 

We do our best to run to time but the unpredictable nature of our work means that sometimes there may be a wait.

Nurse Prescriber 

Akaroa Health is fortunate to have two Nurse Prescribers available to assist during peak times.

 

Nurse Prescribers can support you with general health issues, repeat prescriptions, long-term condition management, and more.

 

If you're unable to see a Doctor, please think about consulting a Nurse Prescriber.

Nurse Appointments

We offer a number of Nurse led appointments. These include, but are not limited to:

 

  • Diabetes clinics

  • Health heart checks

  • Asthma reviews

  • Cervical screening

  • Stop smoking support

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Our nurses are skilled at treating and managing a wide variety of wounds including;

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  • Post operation wounds

  • Wounds as a result of an accident i.e., cuts, burns

  • Those due to an illness i.e., cellulitis

Minor Surgery

Minor surgeries such as the removal of skin lesions, cysts and the removal of foreign bodies can be undertaken at the Akaroa Health Centre.

 

Our Doctors are also able to insert and remove IUDs, including Mirena and contraceptive implants, including Jadelle for long-term contraception. Our Doctors are also able to do vasectomy.

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Please discuss with your Doctor or Practice Nurse if you wish to know more.

Travel Health

We suggest organising your travel health needs at least 6 weeks prior to departure. 

 

We are able to provide detailed travel advice. Our Nurses are trained vaccinators and we can administer the common vaccinations including Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, Diptheria, Tetanus, Pertussis, Typhoid, Polio, Influenza and Cholera vaccine. Our Doctors can prescribe malaria prevention and travel medications where necessary.

 

When you come in to discuss your travel, please bring a detailed itinerary of your planned journey and any previous travel vaccination records you have. 

Skin Checks

A thorough skin check should be carried out every year or two, especially for fair skinned people. Any new skin spots that are unusual, or any changes in existing skin spots should be checked out as soon as possible.

 

Our Doctors can undertake skin checks and use specialist equipment to identify areas of concern.

Women and Children

Women's Health

All our Doctors are professionally trained to provide women's health services. If you prefer to see a female Doctor please let reception know. 

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Cervical smears can be taken by Practice Nurse Rachel Vogan and Rebecca Barnett.

Pregnancy and Birth

Akaroa Health Centre is not a birthing centre.

 

However we can provide post-natal care for mothers and babies upon referral from your Lead Maternity Care provider.

 

We work closely with the community lead maternity care providers as required.

Under 5 Care

Akaroa Health provides a number of services for children under 5. These include;

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  • administering the recommended immunisation schedule;

  • B4 School checks for children under 5; and,

  • a visiting Well Child nurse holds clinics at Akaroa Health.

 

Parenting of small children can be worrying so please, if you have any concerns, make an appointment to see a Doctor or Nurse.

Youth Health

We are keen to make health care as easy as possible for young people. You are welcome to make an appointment with a Doctor or Nurse at any time. The information and links below may be of use to you when considering your health, or that of a young person:

 

  • Appointments: You can make a booking by calling or emailing Akaroa Health. Be sure to give the receptionist your mobile number so we can send a reminder test the evening before your appointment.

 

  • Mental Health: Young people may experience distress and unhappiness in many forms. It is a difficult time of life. If you are struggling, reach out to us for help. We can help sort out what is going on and direct you to the right help. Useful links include:

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  • Sexual Health: If you are concerned that you may have an sexually transmitted infection (STI) or are pregnant or need contraception please call and arrange to see a Doctor or Nurse. We can provide condoms if you need them. Care related to sexual health is free for those under 16.

 

  • Fees: If you have difficulty accessing money to pay for your visit we may be able to assist. You can also pay by internet banking after your consultation.

 

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