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Helensburgh Medical Centre
Primary Healthcare Service
Today
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Covid-19 vaccination
COVID-19 Vaccination
- Anyone currently eligible can access
- Eligible GP enrolled patients only
- By invitation only
Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is an important step you can take to protect yourself, your kaumātua and whānau from the effects of the virus. For more information on the COVID-19 vaccines and eligibility visit Ministry of Health - COVID-19 vaccines
The majority of routine vaccinations can now be administered before, after, or at the same time as your COVID-19 vaccinations. The exception to this is the Zostavax (shingles) vaccine where a 7-day gap before or after receiving the Pfizer COVID-19 is advised. If you have any questions, please discuss with your health provider.
Covid-19 testing
GP practice - enrolled patients only
This practice provides COVID-19 testing to enrolled patients.
During the holiday hours please call 0800 VIRUS19 / 0800 847 8719 to book a time for your test.
Covid testing hours
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
| Mon – Fri | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM |
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Please note outside our testing times you can call 0800 VIRUS19 / 0800 847 8719 to book a time for your test.
Public Holidays: Closed Labour Day (25 Oct), Waitangi Day (Observed 7/2/22) (7 Feb), Otago Anniversary (21 Mar), Good Friday (15 Apr), Easter Sunday (17 Apr), Easter Monday (18 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), Queen's Birthday (6 Jun).
Description
The friendly staff at Helensburgh Medical Centre work as a team to deliver great health care to you and your family. We have doctors with interests in paediatrics, minor surgery, hospice care and medical teaching; and experienced nurses to ensure your health care needs are well provided for.
Staff
Our team is made up of 7 GPs (see details below under “General Practitioners”) and:
Practice Manager: Cassie Campbell
Nursing Staff: Lilly Hanson & Heather Hallett
Reception: Sandra Anderson & Tracy Higgan
Doctors
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Dr Susan Grindlay
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr Adrian Laurence
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr Anne McGregor
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr David McKay
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr Naomi Mottershead
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr Anne-Marie Tangney
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
Enrolling new patients
No
This practice is not currently enrolling new patients.
Fees
| Enrolled Patients | ACC | |
| Children 0 - 13 | Free | Free |
| 14 - 17 With Community Services Card | $13.00 | $8.00 |
| 14 - 17 Without Community Services Card | $26.00 | $26.00 |
| 18 - 65 With Community Services Card | $19.50 | $12.00 |
| 18 - 65 Without Community Servcices Card | $46.00 | $40.50 |
| Over 65 With Community Services Card | $19.50 | $12.00 |
| Over 65 Without Community Services Card | $44.50 | $38.50 |
| Casual/Non Enrolled Patients | ACC | |
| Children Under 14 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| 14 - 17 Years | $45.00 | $45.00 |
| Adult 18+ | $72.00 | $57.50 |
Hours
8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
| Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM |
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After Hours: Dunedin Urgent Drs & Accident Centre if between 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM. Otherwise, Dunedin Hospital ED
Public Holidays: Closed Labour Day (25 Oct), Waitangi Day (Observed 7/2/22) (7 Feb), Otago Anniversary (21 Mar), Good Friday (15 Apr), Easter Sunday (17 Apr), Easter Monday (18 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr), Queen's Birthday (6 Jun).
Languages Spoken
English
Services Provided
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Lab Results
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IUCD Insertion
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Immunisation
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ECG
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COVID-19 Vaccination
- Anyone currently eligible can access
- Eligible GP enrolled patients only
- By invitation only
Getting a COVID-19 vaccine is an important step you can take to protect yourself, your kaumātua and whānau from the effects of the virus. For more information on the COVID-19…
Patient Portal
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Covid-19 vaccination booking URL
Special Assistance Support (COVID-19 Vaccination)
Special Assistance Support (COVID-19 Vaccination)
- Wheelchair access
Wheelchair Access
Yes
Contact Details
231 Helensburgh Road, Helensburgh, Dunedin
Dunedin - South Otago
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Phone
(03) 476 4565
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Fax
(03) 476 4790
Healthlink EDI
helens
Email
231 Helensburgh Road
Helensburgh
Dunedin 9010
Street Address
231 Helensburgh Road
Helensburgh
Dunedin 9010
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This page was last updated at 6:21PM on October 13, 2021. This information is reviewed and edited by Helensburgh Medical Centre.