Ostend Medical Centre

06/01/2026

Did you know that Ostend Medical Centre patients can have FREE appointments with our Health Coach Jacki?

This month Jacki is encouraging all of us here at the clinic to forget resolutions and instead build healthy habits that will stick way beyond January.

Resolutions tend to fail because they’re too ambitious, too vague, or rely heavily on willpower. Habits are small, specific actions that repeat often enough to become automatic. Habits work with our brains, not against them.

If you're a patient of ours and would like Jacki's FREE support to build a healthy, happy 2026 give us a call on 372 5005 to make an appointment today!

01/01/2026

It's the final summer safety tip from the GPs at Ostend Medical Centre, but if you missed any of their great advice, you can find Dr Dawn and Dr Zoe's full summer guide in this week's Gulf News.

If you need a skin check, a summer health chat or check-up, or want advice on anything mentioned over the past week, Waiheke Health Trust's Ostend Medical Centre is here for you. Healthcare by locals, for locals - driven by community, not by profit.

31/12/2025

There's no better way to start the New Year than with a swim at one of our stunning Waiheke beaches!

Reviewing the water safety tips from the GPs at Ostend Medical Centre before you head out will ensure a great day in the waves for everyone.

Wishing you and your loved ones a happy, health 2026 from Waiheke Health Trust - healthcare by locals, for locals - driven by community, not by profit.

30/12/2025

Today's tip from the GPs at Ostend Medical Centre is all about food safety - perfectly timed for tomorrow's BBQ. 🌭🌭🌭

Have fun and stay safe over the holiday, Waiheke!

Waiheke Health Trust - Healthcare by locals, for locals - driven by community, not by profit.

29/12/2025

It's time for today's tip from the doctors at Ostend Medical Centre and we're focusing again on the importance of looking after your skin over the summer season.

With the sun shining unexpectedly today, Waiheke, be sure to read and heed!

Waiheke Health Trust - Healthcare by locals, for locals - driven by community, not by profit.

29/12/2025

You can find the full 'summer safety check' from Ostend Medical Centre's GPs in this week's Gulf News, but we'll also be sharing a tip a day to help keep you and your loved ones healthy and well over the holiday period.

If you need a skin check, a summer health chat or check-up, or want advice on anything mentioned in our posts this week, Waiheke Health Trust's Ostend Medical Centre is here for you.

Healthcare by locals, for locals - driven by community, not by profit.

23/12/2025

09/12/2025

We're thrilled to introduce the newest addition to our Ostend Medical Centre family, especially as it's not often that we have such a close connection to celebrate ... meet Dr Amy Nunn, sister of our wonderful Dr Zoe Douglass!

Our patients have been taking great advantage of virtual consults over the past few years, so Amy has now signed on to provide telehealth services for our patients from her home in Wānaka.

Amy says, 'Kia Ora, Waiheke! I moved from the UK to NZ to be near my sister, Dr Zoe, and am delighted to now be able to work alongside her. I love being a GP and I’m passionate about proactive, lifestyle medicine and women’s health. I’m also a Wānaka resident, enthusiastic outdoor adventurer and mother to a fabulous 11 year old.'

Call us today on 372 5005 to book with either one of these amazing sister GPs!

02/12/2025

Just a wee reminder that applications for our Nurse Team Leader role close on 8 December.

If you or someone you know would like to bring their leadership, skill and compassionate approach to care to our team, please be in touch by the 8th!

Live AND work in paradise!

Ostend Medical Centre, part of the Waiheke Health Trust, is looking for an experienced nurse to join us next year as our Nurse Team Leader.

This is your opportunity to contribute clinical leadership to our friendly, professional clinic, while being part of a larger nursing team that includes a Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurses, Specialist Community Nurses, Well Child Nurses, Extended Care Paramedic and Health Care Assistant.

Apply today or give us a call for a confidential conversation - details below!

25/11/2025

Live AND work in paradise!

Ostend Medical Centre, part of the Waiheke Health Trust, is looking for an experienced nurse to join us next year as our Nurse Team Leader.

This is your opportunity to contribute clinical leadership to our friendly, professional clinic, while being part of a larger nursing team that includes a Nurse Practitioner, Practice Nurses, Specialist Community Nurses, Well Child Nurses, Extended Care Paramedic and Health Care Assistant.

Apply today or give us a call for a confidential conversation - details below!

23/10/2025

The rain held off and our patients turned out in droves to welcome Dr Zoe Douglass back to Ostend Medical Centre!

Waiheke Health Trust is thrilled to have Zoe's clinical expertise, tremendous empathy and impeccable leadership back on the motu.

As one of Zoe's patients said recently, 'My life is better when Zoe is on Waiheke.' We at Waiheke Health Trust are also healthier and happier when Zoe is with us and so glad to have her back!💐💐💐

28/09/2025

Does the arrival of spring have you motivated to make some positive changes for your health and wellbeing?

If so, sign up today for 'Living Strong' - a free series of workshops that is open to our entire Waiheke community!

Sessions provide practical, evidence-based advice on things like nutrition, exercise, balance and sleep.

Call us today on 09 372 5005 to register. And don't delay - 'Living Strong' starts next Monday, 6 October!