If you are in a pickle with an aspect of your practice population care (immunisation, cervical screening, CVRAs), Jo Scott-Jones suggests reviewing, judging and and acting on a "set piece" response.   

N95 masks are recommended for clinicians to use whenever they feel at higher risk of contracting COVID-19 or any other airborne infectious disease such as measles.

The Immunisation Advisory Centre has released the updated New Zealand National Immunisation Schedule, July 2023. Please destroy any old schedules and ensure this current schedule is displayed in your immunisation areas.

Matariki is a time to gather with whānau and friends to reflect on the past, celebrate the present, and plan for the future. 

The Health Care Home is a primary health care model that gives patients more control, the practice team an environment where quality of care and innovation can flourish. It enables truly proactive, coordinated care for those that need it most breaking down the professional and system barriers that we know prevent patients from getting the best care.

A patient portal is a secure website which can receive and store patients' health information. The information, for example treatments received or medications, is uploaded via your PMS. It then allows other health providers or patients, depending on which tool is being used, to view a summary of the patient's health record.

Ensuring patients have access to care outside normal general practice hours and reduce unnecessary hospital admissions.

Find out about the physician associate (PA) role, scope and education, including information about the benefits to your practice and if a PA is a fit for you.

Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of mortality in New Zealand.

In addition to Pinnacle MHN primary mental health services, here are some other alternatives that may be available.