Greenlane Doctors

28/10/2025

Hay Fever season 🤧

If you are sneezing, dealing with itchy eyes, or a runny nose, hay fever may be the culprit!

Here are some quick tips to help you feel better:

✅ Keep windows closed during high pollen days

✅ Change clothes after being outside

✅ Talk to your GP about relief options

Book an appointment now - https://www.thedoctors.co.nz/book-appointment

26/10/2025

Happy Labour Day!

All our medical centres are closed on public holidays, except Urgent Care Centres, which remain open for walk-in services.

If it’s an emergency, dial 111.

If you need urgent medical assistance, visit your nearest A&E or Urgent Care Centre.

For regular GP and healthcare appointments after the long weekend, you can book via our patient portal.

21/10/2025

A self-requested health test helped save a life! Saad Mansour detected early-stage prostate cancer through a simple PSA test, all thanks to BODYiQ, a self-requested health and blood testing service. The Doctors Online partnered with Awanui Labs to provide clinical follow-up for abnormal results, helping you take control of your health.

Read the full story here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/from-routine-health-screen-life-saving-surgery-my-prostate-mansour-mo96c/

13/10/2025

Breast Changes? Don’t wait. Get Checked, fast.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month – a timely reminder to do regular self-checks, as early detection is vital. If you’ve noticed something unusual – like a lump, swelling, or skin changes – and can’t get a same-day appointment at your usual clinic, we’re here to help.

You can speak to one of our online doctors, and if you’ve taken photos beforehand, that can really help. They’ll assess your symptoms, provide support, and recommend in-person follow up if needed.

We encourage everyone to know what their breasts normally look and feel like, and to understand what common changes to watch out for. Breast Cancer NZ recommends checking your breasts once every year.

If you have any concerns or want to learn more about breast health, don't hesitate to book an appointment with us. We’re here to support you every step of the way.

Click here for more information from the experts: https://www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz/

To book an appointment click here: https://m-the-doctors-online.indicipms.nz/

09/10/2025

October is Health Literacy Month – a great time to remind ourselves how important it is to understand and use health information to make the best decisions for our well-being.

Understanding your health shouldn’t be confusing. If you don’t understand something, please don’t hesitate to ask for clarity – we want to empower your health journey at all stages of life.

Improving your health literacy leads to better health.

Healthify is a great place to start: https://healthify.nz/

05/10/2025

It’s Mental Health Awareness Week. Over 25% of Kiwis experience poor mental wellbeing. If you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or overwhelmed, it’s important to seek professional support. Health Improvement Practitioners and Health Coaches are available for a consult at many of our medical centres – and it’s free to see them! https://www.thedoctors.co.nz/services/mental-health

01/10/2025

How healthy is your heart? Find out in just 5 minutes with the Heart Foundation’s free online tool. https://www.heartfoundation.org.nz/your-heart/my-heart-check Book an appointment with your regular GP if you have any concerns.

29/09/2025

80% of all new cancers are skin cancer in NZ. As we head into warmer months the best skin protection is a SPF50 sunscreen and covering up. If you have skin concerns, chat to our GP team. We’ll let you know if you need further assessment. https://thedoctors.co.nz/services/skin-checks-and-skin-cancer

25/09/2025

The Doctors Whakatipu has recently launched a mobile health check-up service for a week each month, offering free and easy access for basic health support to the Queenstown community.

It's a great opportunity to drop in - no appointment needed - and get a health check-up with our paramedic Dean Brown.

These visits rotate between locations (currently Luggate and Glenorch), so keep an eye out on The Doctors Whakatipu page for upcoming dates!

23/09/2025

Did you know high blood pressure often has no symptoms? A quick check with your GP could give you peace of mind. Find out more: https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/b/blood-pressure

22/09/2025

Struggling with intrusive thoughts? Anxiety? Need support with lifestyle changes? Health Improvement Practitioners and Health Coaches are available for a consult at many of our medical centres – and it’s free to see them! Learn more: https://thedoctors.co.nz/healthcare-team/health-improvement-practitioners-and-health-coaches

28/11/2024

Our medical center offers whooping cough (pertussis) vaccinations to protect you and your loved ones from this highly contagious respiratory infection. The vaccine is recommended for pregnant women, caregivers, and anyone in close contact with young infants. Contact us today to schedule your vaccination or to learn more about its benefits.

A Whooping Cough epidemic has been declared across New Zealand. It's important to be aware of the risks, particularly for babies, children, and older adults.

Around 50% of pēpi who catch whooping cough before the age of 12 months need hospitalisation and 1 or 2 in 100 of those hospitalised pēpi die from the infection. More information on this can be found at Te Whatu Ora: https://buff.ly/4fKiBec

The best protection against Whooping Cough is immunisation, though immunity can reduce over time, meaning regular top-ups may be necessary.

If you're pregnant or planning to spend time with babies (0-5 months) or older adults over the holiday period, now is a good time to check if you're up to date with your vaccinations.

The Doctors Medical Centres offer whooping cough vaccinations, and some groups may be eligible for funding. Find your nearest medical centre here: https://buff.ly/43apyPY

For more information on Whooping Cough, please visit: https://buff.ly/4eUNgUF

30/11/2023

Happy National Safe Sleep Day! The aim of National Safe Sleep Day - Te Rā Mokopuna is to raise awareness about Sudden Unexpected Death in Infants (SUDI), with the vision of reducing the rate in which it occurs in our New Zealand families and communities. SUDI is preventable, and the risk factors for our babies can be significantly reduced should the right steps be implemented. Learn more here: https://sudinationalcoordination.co.nz/safe-sleep-day

19/10/2023

Today is . The theme for 2023 is Build Better Bones. There are a number of ways to boost your bone health including:

1. Exercise regularly - keep your bones and muscles moving.
2. Ensure your diet is rich in bone-healthy nutrients.
3. Maintain a healthy body weight, avoid smoking and excessive drinking.
4. Find out whether you have risk factors.
5. Get tested and treated if needed.

For more healthy habit tips, visit https://www.worldosteoporosisday.org/about-osteoporosis

01/10/2023

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer for women in New Zealand, where 9 women a day are diagnosed. Mammograms can save lives by finding breast cancer early before it spreads. Eligible women aged between 45 and 69 can get a free mammogram every 2 years, as part of a programme run by BreastScreen Aotearoa: timetoscreen.nz/breast-screening/

Visit https://www.breastcancerfoundation.org.nz/bcam for more information on the many events taking place this month to support breast cancer patients.

17/09/2023

Today is the start of Mental Health Awareness Week. The theme for this year is 'Five Days, Five Ways', focusing on a set of proven tools to boost our mental health when we need it.

Take notice. Give. Be Active. Connect. Keep Learning.

Find out more here: https://mhaw.nz/

06/09/2023

September is Prostate Cancer Awareness Month, a time to come together and raise awareness about the importance of early detection, education, and support for those affected by prostate cancer. The Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand have many events taking place throughout the month of September 💙 Find out more here: https://prostate.org.nz/

03/09/2023

September is Cervical Screening Awareness Month. Cervical screening is a crucial step in detecting and preventing cervical cancer. If you're due for your cervical screening, make an appointment at your local The Doctors medical centre today. Early detection is the best protection 😊

27/07/2023

World Hepatitis Day is a global initiative to raise awareness about hepatitis and its impact on millions of lives. Your liver silently performs over 500 vital functions every single day to keep you alive. That’s why prioritising liver health – and knowing your hepatitis status – is so important.

Speak to your local GP to find out how to protect yourself from hepatitis or visit https://www.hepatitisfoundation.org.nz/ for more information.

13/07/2023

Matariki marks the start of the Māori New Year - where the Matariki cluster of stars briefly reappears in the early morning sky.

Matariki marks a time of reflection, connection, and renewal - a special occasion when we come together to acknowledge the past, celebrate the present, and set intentions for the future.

Wishing all our patients a happy Matariki 🙌

11/06/2023

This week we're celebrating Men's Health Week!
For one week in June each year MHW reminds us of the small things we should be doing to take charge of our physical and mental well-being. Let's make MHW the starting point for positive changes in our lives. Take the What’s Your Score test to get a gauge on the health routines you already have: https://menshealthweek.co.nz/mens-health-survey/

Book a men's health checkup at your local The Doctors today ✅
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18/05/2023

Join us in celebrating our amazing doctor teams on World Family Doctor Day today 😊 They are the heart of healthcare in all our medical centres, the first point of contact for people seeking medical care, the person that provides long-term care and a trusted relationships throughout their lives. They are often the central point of coordination for a patient’s healthcare needs, connecting them with other providers and services, advocating for their needs and helping them navigate the health system.

To all our doctors, every day you show dedication, compassion, and expertise as a trusted source of support for patients and families. Thank you for all you do. Happy World Family Doctor Day.

Kia mihi, for everything that you do

11/05/2023

Join us in celebrating our amazing nursing teams on International Nurses Day today 😊
They play a vital role in providing care, comfort, and compassion to all our patients and their whānau.

Our nurses are the foundation and backbone of our medical centres caring for the whole person. They have always been at the forefront of change in health care, innovating in ways that benefit us all! Every day they show incredible patience, resilience, and kindness at the frontlines of care. We are so impressed and grateful for the work you do and how you support our clinics and communities.

To all our nursing teams today, happy International Nurses Day.

Kia mihi, for everything that you do