New Zealand Doctor

30/08/2024

Rajan Patel, leading otolaryngologist, head and neck surgeon at MercyAscot Head and Neck Service explains red flag signs and symptoms that may suggest head and neck cancer https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/.../how-not-miss-head-and-neck...

08/08/2024

Rajan Patel, leading otolaryngologist, head and neck surgeon at MercyAscot Head and Neck Service explains red flag signs and symptoms that may suggest head and neck cancer https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/hosted-content/how-not-miss-head-and-neck-cancer-1

16/07/2024

Research shows that older adults greatly value their independence and want to remain living in their own homes for as long as possible https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/hosted-content/supporting-your-older-patients-remain-living-home

29/05/2024

As frosty days close in and a fresh nip returns to the air, it’s time to brace ourselves for the chillier months once again, and get sorted for a season that comes with its own unique set of risks and challenges https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/hosted-content/winter-safety

29/05/2024

While cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death globally, it is also a major threat to function, independence and quality of life, which are all important health priorities for older adults https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/hosted-content/impact-cvd-independence

23/05/2024

Nymbl, a free app provided by ACC, can help your older patients improve and maintain their balance, helping them stay independent to enjoy the life they want to lead https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/hosted-content/acc-app-helps-patients-maintain-balance

25/10/2023

Our 25 October issue is out NOW! Read all about Amanda Oakley's next steps, the health policies on offer amid coalition talks, telehealth for unenrolled patients - and much more – online and in print. Subscribe here to never miss an issue https://lnkd.in/gXVwYY3

11/10/2023

Our 11 October issue is out NOW! Read all about the intricacies of the primary care crisis, health people running for election, the Practice Manager of the Year - and much more – online and in print. Subscribe here to never miss an issue https://lnkd.in/gXVwYY3

27/09/2023

Our 27 September issue is out NOW! Read all about the latest political health promises, the state of urgent care, cardiac rehab's local uptake – and much more – online and in print. Subscribe here to never miss an issue https://lnkd.in/gXVwYY3

13/09/2023

Our 13 September issue is out NOW! Read all about the Government's new roadmap plan, more news and pictures from South GP CME, and the new generation of doctors – and much more – online and in print. Subscribe here to never miss an issue https://lnkd.in/gXVwYY3

07/09/2023

We caught up with The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGP) president Samantha Murton to reflect on its history and ponder the future ahead of its 50th anniversary celebrations https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/news/gp-college-celebrates-50-years-murton-takes-moment-reflect-rnzcgp-achievements

The RNZCGP is celebrating its 50th anniversary and will use the coming year to reflect on its achievements and those of its members

30/08/2023

Our 30 August issue is out NOW! Read all about Dr Ruba Harfeil's journey from Palestine's West Bank to a Waikato marae, the latest news and pictures from South GP CME, and try out columnist Lucy O'Hagan's litmus test – and much more – online and in print. Subscribe here to never miss an issue https://lnkd.in/gXVwYY3

16/08/2023

Our 16 August issue is out NOW! Read all about HealthPathways global growth – and much more – online and in print. Subscribe here to never miss an issue https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/subscribe-with-us

15/08/2023

Don't have enough time for reading? Listen to the first two podcasts in our new series, Long Read, where we revisit some of our cover stories. The latest in our lineup is Long Read: Episode 2 - The Bourne Identity: GP to CMO (Joe Bourne)
https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/newzealanddoctor/episodes/2023-08-04T01_00_00-07_00

02/08/2023

Our 2 August issue is out NOW! Read all about the GP23 conference – and much more – online and in print. Subscribe here to never miss an issue https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/subscribe-with-us

19/07/2023

Our 19 July issue is out NOW! Read all about the case for a third medical school, after hours problems in the Hutt, the nurses pay saga and much more - online and in print.

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13/07/2023

A great cover story from Alan Perrott on Tāmaki Health boss Lloyd McCann and we've made it a READ so you can share it around https://shar.es/afV4kI

13/07/2023

Martin Johnston takes a look at the report on Te Whatu Ora's data disaster "Faulty data: Report says Te Whatu Ora ignored expert advice" https://shar.es/afV4ya

05/07/2023

Our 5 July issue is out NOW! We profile the Tāmaki Health's new boss Lloyd McCann, provide a run down of changes to the Therapeutics Products Bill and an explainer on equity adjusters in surgery https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/vault/newspaper/issue/2023-07-05

05/07/2023

National promises new med school at Waikato University - here is the announcment and policy document https://shar.es/afSiMc

03/07/2023

Newly announced $1.5 billion boost to hospital nurses’ pay equity deal widens the pay gap for practice nurses just days after primary care negotiators finally agreed to put a pay offer to the vote. Read more from Fiona Cassie https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/news/unhelpful-timing-pay-gap-expands-just-days-after-practice-nurse-negotiators-agree

30/06/2023

I should say that dog was brought to you by AgoraPulse - a social media management tool - just in case you thought I did not have the hang of Twitter etc. Having said that all my Chrome passwords have gone west. TGIF - Barbara, editor

30/06/2023

So you know that feeling when one of your wonderful colleagues has up and left the building, and now you are sitting down with the software and passwords and notes in hand and you're thinking maybe I should just test that I've got this right - well here goes, a random Friday afternoon image going out over Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn xx Barbara
PS Thanks Maia.
[image Braydon Anderson on Unsplash]

26/06/2023

Rural champion’s legacy lives on: General practice in a paradise for holidaymakers and partygoers https://shar.es/afTP3U

Zahra Shahtahmasebi's latest

25/06/2023

Grand designs: Waimate specialist GP Sarah Creegan’s latest recruitment drive includes plumping pillows and perusing paint swatches to help entice new staff to her rural practice. Check out the pictures --> https://shar.es/afTQJn

[Image: Amerikiwi Media]

23/06/2023

Here's what's FREE this week:

NEWS: Country’s biggest medical lab provider facing strike action...https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/news/countrys-biggest-medical-lab-provider-facing-strike-action
PODCAST: System Fix: Episode 24 - Chatting with Abbe Anderson...https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/news/system-fix-episode-24-chatting-abbe-anderson
OPINION: The art and craft of government: Tools for the political leader’s every need, but which to choose?...https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/opinion/art-and-craft-government-tools-political-leaders-every-need-which-choose
RESEARCH: Deprivation requires a response: ‘Build back better’ for the health of Pacific peoples...https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/opinion/deprivation-requires-response-build-back-better-health-pacific-peoples
EDITORIAL: Tell us what you really think...https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/opinion/tell-us-what-you-really-think
OFF DUTY: Indigenous knowledge is increasingly valued, but to fully respect it we need to decolonise science – here’s how...https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/opinion/duty/indigenous-knowledge-increasingly-valued-fully-respect-it-we-need-decolonise
EDUCATE: For the good of the workforce, older people need their good health...https://www.nzdoctor.co.nz/article/educate/practice/good-workforce-older-people-need-their-good-health