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As a primary health organisation, we see firsthand the challenges faced by our communities, particularly those most vulnerable. Te Tiriti o Waitangi has long served as a foundation for addressing inequities in Aotearoa New Zealand, particularly in healthcare.
Read moreFortnightly clinics at two Raglan marae have enabled Raglan Medical to engage with some of the most vulnerable members of its Waikato west coast community.
Read moreBronwyn Dennis, kaimanaaki Waikato, joined Pinnacle in March 2024. This role is designed to be a navigator of manaakitanga, building trusting relationships with iwi, mana whenua and whānau and is modelled on aroha, values and respect.
Read moreIn response to the voices of the network captured in the Pinnacle Workforce Survey 2023, Pinnacle would like to offer 41 registered health professionals from within the network an opportunity to upskill in mentoring and supervision. We invite you to register your interest before 5pm, Friday 5 December.
Read moreWhen Rongomaiwahine Iwi Trust and Pinnacle signed a formal agreement in February to promote the iwi’s hauora ora aspirations in the community it felt historic.
Read moreThe success of a marae-based health clinic at Mangatoatoa Pā, just inside the King Country boundary near the banks of the Pūniu River, shows the power of collaboration.
Read moreLana Reed makes dreams come true. Part of the Pinnacle Tairāwhiti care coordinator’s job is to equip individuals with the tools they need to live healthy and fulfilling lives.
Read moreTaupō Medical Centre’s Jean Chegwidden followed the leader when she decided to become a nurse.
Read moreMention the word retirement to Sally Davies and she quickly responds by saying she is still working a day a week but come December that will be it.
Read morePinnacle was a prominent contributor to the RNZCGP conference participating in several presentations and panel discussions. Congratulations to Dr Dave Maplesden on his Distinguished Fellowship and to Dr Hayley Scott who received the Eric Elder Medal.
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