Family Practice
For non-urgent health concerns, illness or injury.
Your local family doctor can help you manage your health and the health of your whānau.
Opening hours of doctors, hauora providers and community pharmacies may change over the summer period. Be sure to get n touch early if there is anything you need over the holidays, including:
- Regular prescription medicines
- RATs and masks
- COVID-19 Booster, if you are eligible
- Basics you may need over the break, like paracetamol and first aid supplies.
Meet the Family Practice Team
General Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
Practice Nurse
Allied Healthcare Partner
Need help accessing a GP?
Tautoko Hauora is a new service in the Waitaha Cantebrury region here to help those who aren’t enrolled in a general practice or aren’t getting the care they need. Our caring Kaitautoko (support workers), are here to assist you in accessing primary healthcare and social services in our community.
Our Kaitautoko work with diverse groups like Māori, Pasifika, CALD, Youth, Rainbow, low-income individuals, and those with disabilities. If you’re already with a Pegasus general practice or open to joining, we’re here to lend a helping hand.
Healthline
Not sure you need to see your family doctor? Give Healthline a call on 0800 611 116.
Virtual
If you can’t get an appointment with your Family Practice, you might like to try a virtual consultation.
Self Care
There are some things you might be able to do to care for yourself from the comfort of home.
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