Dr Pragati Gautama
Specialist
Qualifications
MB BS 1990 London; FDRHMNZ 2009; FRNZCGP 2010
Profile
Medical School training in the centre of London at the Royal London Medical School, was a fantastic start to a diverse and broad-based career.
Travelling to New Zealand in 1992 and a year in Taranaki triggered my passion for rural health and pursuing a life here. I have worked in almost all the rural hospitals in New Zealand (and a few in Australia) and spent nearly 2 years in Papua New Guinea.
While being a lifelong learner, hence a long list of qualifications and work experiences, a hands-on approach is my calling. Being a mother and part of a rural community, along with the impact of personal loss, has kept me grounded. I’ve relished the mix of working at the sharp end of medicine (Emergency and Rural Hospital Medicine) and Primary Care, which in contrast, allows a deep and long-lasting relationship with patients.
This service is based on the sort of doctor I would have wanted for myself and my family, as I moved around New Zealand, and as our needs changed. I hope I can be that Doctor for you.
Read more about Dr Gautama here
Interests
- Rural medicine
- Emergency medicine
- Primary care
Title or Designation
Emergency Medicine Specialist, General Practitioner - Vocationally Registered
Gender
Female / Wāhine
Full NZ Registration Date
25 June 1992
Vocational Scope
General Practice, Rural Hospital Medicine
Vocationally Registered
Yes (What's this?)
A "Vocationally Registered" doctor has qualifications and experience that allow them to be registered as a specialist in a particular scope of practice e.g. General Practice, Urgent Care. These doctors can work independently in New Zealand.
To learn more about different scopes of practice and types of registration visit the Medical Council of New Zealand website.
Languages Spoken
English
Contact Details
Dr Pragati Gautama is available at the following services: