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Ōtara Family and Christian Health Centre
Primary Healthcare Service
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Covid-19 vaccination
COVID-19 Vaccination
- Pfizer vaccine (12+ years)
- Child Pfizer vaccine (5-11 years)
- Anyone currently eligible can access
- Make an appointment
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
Designated GP Practice
We are a designated COVID-19 testing practice. You do not need to be an enrolled patient to get a test. Please call the practice for more information.
Testing for International Travel
This clinic provides pre-departure testing for people who are travelling. Please call to book an appointment.
Description
We are a family centred surgery offering a full range of general practice and accident & medical services to you and your family.
Doctors
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Dr Harley Aish
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr Mark Arbuckle
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr Vaaiga Autagavaia
General Practitioner
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Dr Karina Cooper
General Practitioner
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Dr Nadia Elley
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr Sonal Gosai
General Practitioner
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Dr Murray Hing
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr Sarala Keshi Reddy
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
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Dr Joanna Strom
General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
Enrolling new patients
Yes
This practice is enrolling new patients.
Fees
Enrolled Patient Fees
Under 14 years | Free |
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14-17 years | Free |
18-24 years | $18 |
25-44 years | $18 |
45-64 years | $18 |
65+ years | $18 |
Different charges apply to casual and non-enrolled patients and for other services.
Hours
Mon – Fri | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
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Sat | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM |
Notes:
Saturday Clinic is for Urgent Care
Every 2nd Thursday of the month staff meeting between 1200-1400hrs
After Hours: Phone GP practice and follow instructions. You will be transferred to an after hours service who will direct you
CLOSED ALL PUBLIC HOLIDAYS
Public Holidays: Closed Queen's Birthday (6 Jun), Matariki (24 Jun), Labour Day (24 Oct), Auckland Anniversary (30 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (7 Apr), Easter Sunday (9 Apr), Easter Monday (10 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr).
Preferred urgent care clinic out of hours: White Cross Accident & Urgent Medical - Ōtāhuhu.
Covid testing hours - for GP practices, if hours differ to standard hours
Mon – Fri | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM |
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Sat | 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM |
Public Holidays: Closed Queen's Birthday (6 Jun), Matariki (24 Jun), Labour Day (24 Oct), Auckland Anniversary (30 Jan), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (7 Apr), Easter Sunday (9 Apr), Easter Monday (10 Apr), ANZAC Day (25 Apr).
Languages Spoken
English, Samoan, Tongan, Hindi
Services Provided
COVID-19 Vaccination
- Pfizer vaccine (12+ years)
- Child Pfizer vaccine (5-11 years)
- Anyone currently eligible can access
- Make an appointment
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Lab Results
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ECG
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Spirometry
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Patient Portal
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Telehealth Consultation
- Telehealth consultations for enrolled patients only
- Video consultations
- Phone consultations
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Wheelchair Access
Yes
Online Booking URL
Website
Contact Details
120 East Tāmaki Road, Ōtara, Auckland
South Auckland
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Phone
(09) 274 6654
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Fax
(09) 274 6694
Healthlink EDI
bairdshc
Email
Website
Shop 5
120 East Tamaki Road
Otara
Manukau
Auckland 2023
Street Address
Shop 5
120 East Tāmaki Road
Ōtara
Manukau
Auckland 2023
Postal Address
Shop 5
120 East Tāmaki Road
Ōtara Mall
Ōtara
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This page was last updated at 3:01PM on May 18, 2022. This information is reviewed and edited by Otara Family and Christian Health Centre.