In the lead up to New Zealand’s general election GPNZ was pleased to host a thought-provoking political panel event online, giving the primary care workforce an opportunity to hear from health spokespeople on the issues top of mind for them.
The panel brought together Labour, National, Te Pāti Māori, Greens and Act for 90 minutes devoted to what each party plans to bring to the table specifically for primary care. The video from the event is available on the GPNZ website or watch below.
Read more about this event on the GPNZ website.
Liza has been a GP for over 15 years, initially in the North of England and now in Gisborne, New Zealand. She's recently joined Pinnacle MHN as GP liaison for Tairāwhiti.
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