The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 (HSWA) is New Zealand’s workplace health and safety law. It came into effect on 4 April 2016 in response to findings from the 2013 Independent Taskforce on…

We share the weekend work with Aspiring Medical Centre. There is always a clinic at one of the practices from 9am – 12 noon and 3pm – 6pm Saturday and Sunday and Public Holidays. These…

Planning ahead means you stay well on your holiday and help reduce the risk of health issues interfering with your plans. We are proud to be part of the NZ Travel Doctor network and have…

Skin cancer is the most common cancer in New Zealand and New Zealand skin cancer rates are amongst the highest in the world. If you have grown up in New Zealand, if you have fair…

Wanaka Medical has a policy of providing you with all of your test results in a timely and efficient manner. Testing can take a number of forms: blood tests, xrays, smears, urine tests, specialist testing/consults,…

Quitting smoking is one of the best decisions you will ever make and we encourage our patients to do so. If you would like help to quit, we can refer you to the Southern Stop…

Liquid nitrogen treatment is a form of cryotherapy used to treat non malignant skin lesions such as actinic keratoses, viral warts and seborrhoeic keratoses (senile warts). The nitrogen is applied by cryospray, cryoprobe or a…

If you are enrolled within Wellsouth PHO (Otago and Southland) and are under 22 years of age, you are entitled to two free sexual health consultations per year. Please ask your doctor if you qualify.…

Repeat prescriptions are available for enrolled patients on regular medications. Your doctor will let you know if you are eligible for repeat prescribing. Medications will then be prescribed for a three month period with a…

At Wanaka Medical, we like to be able to provide you with accessible health care. Our daily Phone Nurse service is one way we achieve this. Our Phone Nurse is available from 9am to 5pm…

Our nurses offer a range of services from routine nurse services to specialty services. Appointments with nurses may be made from 8am – 6pm. Services include: Childhood Immunisations Wound Management Cervical Screening Dietary and Lifestyle…

Dr Charlotte Kevern runs a free, confidential clinic for Mount Aspiring College students at the college every Monday lunch time. This is a walk in clinic. Charlotte is able to see students with any concern.…

The Human Papillomavirus (HPV) is a very common virus that is spread through intimate skin to skin contract. Most people become infected at some time during their life. Most HPV infections will resolve on their…

Influenza vaccinations are now available. If you are over 65 or have a pre existing condition, these vaccinations are free. EMPLOYERS If you have a number of staff, we can come to you for off…

We run a dedicated procedure room with very experienced staff, and undertake the following procedures: Vasectomies Skin lesion biopsy and excision Skin cancer excisions Cosmetic excision of lesions Insertion and removal of IUDs Insertion and…

The Health and Safety at Work Act 2015 states that both employers and employees have a duty to ensure that the workplace is safe. An employer should provide employees with the highest level of protection…

A medical declaration must be made when you complete any driver licence application form. This asks you to declare any conditions that may affect your ability to drive safely. A medical certificate may be required…

Diabetes is defined by the body’s inability to control blood glucose. Diabetes is a chronic condition, which can cause kidney failure, eye disease, foot ulceration and a higher risk of heart disease if not well…

At Wanaka Medical, our doctors will consult with you regarding your contraceptive needs and prescribe the appropriate method for you. There are a number of contraception methods, most of which can be provided here at…

We recommend all our children are immunised. Babies are born with some passive immunity to certain infections because antibodies are passed on to them from their mother before birth and whilst breast feeding. This immunity…

Wanaka Medical can provide cervical screening with one of our doctors or specialist nurses. Cervical screening is the name given to the process of taking cells from the cervix (cervical smear) and the subequent testing…

Long-term conditions (LTCs) can be defined as any ongoing, long term or recurring conditions that can have a significant impact on people’s lives. LTCs include conditions such as diabetes, cancers, cardiovascular diseases, respiratory diseases, mental…

Healthy Heart Checks (or cardiovascular risk assessments, CVRA) are performed by our specialist nurses and are designed to calculate your potential risk of heart disease or stroke. These assessments are free for 35 – 74…

Our certified aviation medical examiner, Dr Charlotte Kevern, is qualified to perform certified pilot medical examinations including Classes 1, 2 and 3 for the New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority. These examinations are comprised of a…

Aclasta (or Zolendronic Acid) is used to treat and prevent osteoporosis. Aclasta is administered via intravenous infusion and usually takes about an hour. Aclasta is a funded prescription medicine and can be administered by our…

Due to our rural location, all Wanaka Medical clinical staff are trained in emergency medicine. Our accident and emergency service ensures patients with injuries or acute illness can be seen without an appointment although we…

Manage My Health (MMH) is an online portal that gives you the freedom to manage your health needs any time and anywhere. MMH is hosted in a secure environment in New Zealand similar to internet…

At Wanaka Medical, we have a dedicated phlebotomist on site from 8am until 12 noon. Phlebotomy is the practice of drawing blood for blood testing and all nurses are also trained in this practice. Blood…

Hay Fever Desensitisation is a form of therapy which may be considered for people whose allergic rhinitis (hay fever) is not controlled by avoiding allergens or the use of medications. Desensitisation therapy involves administering a…

Mental health refers to our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is…