The Doctors Sunset

01/10/2025

25/09/2025

September Newsletter 📰

18/09/2025

We’re Becoming The Doctors Sunset


From 22nd September, we’ll be changing our name to The Doctors Sunset as part of a fresh new look for our practice.

You’ll see updated signage and a refreshed appearance at our premises but nothing else is changing. You’ll continue to see the same friendly faces, receive the same high-quality care, and be supported by the same team you know and trust.

We’re excited to welcome you to The Doctors Sunset and continue supporting your health and wellbeing

11/09/2025

Hayfever sniffles already bothering you? It’s arrived early for many people this year. Have a chat to us if you need support managing it.

02/09/2025

September is Cervical Screening Awareness Month. Regular cervical screening is one of the best protections against cervical cancer and is recommended for all women. If you’re due or unsure when your last one was, now’s a perfect time to check and book your test.

Cervical screening is funded for the following groups:

➡️All women and people with a cervix aged 30 and over who are unscreened or under-screened
➡️ Māori and Pacific people aged 25-69
➡️ Community Services Card aged 25-69

Call to make an appointment 09 478 2878

14/08/2025

If you’re a Southern Cross member, you can now have your repeat prescriptions paid directly through The Doctors App no need to pay upfront!

Just enter your membership number when making a repeat prescription request. If it’s covered, you’re all set.

The easiest way to order and pay for your scripts is through The Doctors App.

Download it now - https://thedoctors.co.nz/app

11/08/2025

Enrol with us and go in the draw to win a $100 Grocery Voucher!
We’re accepting new patients and to welcome you, all new fully enrolled patients go in the draw to win a $100 grocery voucher!

A new winner is drawn every month. The draw is open to fully enrolled patients only. Enrolment is subject to eligibility.

Here’s how it works:
Simply complete your enrolment with our clinic.

Once your enrolment is accepted, you’ll be automatically entered into the prize draw.

A winner is drawn monthly and notified directly.

04/08/2025

WALK WITH US - NOW ON THURSDAYS WEEKLY
If you’re living with diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, low mood or anxiety or just feeling a bit isolated we’d love you to join our walking group!

It’s a free, safe, and welcoming space to:
• Move your body
• Clear your mind
• Connect with others

No pressure. Just fresh air, friendly faces, and better health together.

🕒 When: Thursdays weekly - arrive by 1:40pm, walk starts at 2:00pm
📍 Where: Sunset Road Family Doctors, 3/317 Sunset Road
👋 Meet: Ali, our Health Coach, will meet you in the clinic waiting room
📏 Distance: Minimum 1km
✅ Requirements: Be able to slow-walk for 30 minutes & be a registered patient
📝 To register: Speak with reception or just turn up on the day!

31/07/2025

Free mental health and well-being support available for enrolled patients

Our Health Improvement Practitioner and Health Coach are here to help you with practical support and tools to improve your mental and physical well-being.

They can support with:
- Improving mood and mental health
- Building healthier habits around alcohol or drug use
- Sleep and physical health issues that impact well-being
- Life challenges like relationships, grief, loneliness, or family violence
- Managing long-term conditions, chronic pain, or disabilities
- Connecting with community support services

✅ Free 30 min sessions for enrolled patients — in person or by phone
✅ No referral needed

📞 To book, talk to your GP or ask at Reception. We’re here to help!