Hamilton East Medical Centre

04/01/2026

We are open for 2026!👨‍⚕️‍👩‍⚕️

Here is our latest Patient Newsletter if you would like to read all the interesting things happening at HEMC.

We are very excited to introduce our new GP Dr Hans Claassen. Hans was born and raised in the Netherlands. He graduated from the University of Amsterdam in 2016, having gained valuable experience in the Emergency and Psychiatric Departments, before completing his General Practice training.

31/12/2025

Wishing our patients a happy and healthy 2026
Ngā mihi o te tau hou 🎉

30/12/2025

We are closed for New Year celebrations and will re-open Monday 5th January.

For afterhours care please call Anglesea Clinic on 07 839 3202.

28/12/2025

We hope you had a wonderful time celebrating with whanau and friends 🎄

HEMC is closing for New Year celebrations on Wednesday 31st at 12pm until Monday 5th January.

Please request your prescription in enough time to collect from the pharmacy before closures.

23/12/2025

We are now closed to celebrate the holidays and will re-open Monday 29th December ☃

For afterhours care please call Anglesea Clinic on 07 839 3202.

22/12/2025

A reminder to patients we are closed from 12pm on Wednesday 24th until Monday 29th.

Please request your prescription in enough time to allow pick up from the pharmacy.

24/11/2025

The festive season is here, and we want to ensure you have access to the care you need. Please note our holiday hours:

06/11/2025

Measles outbreak update, Thursday 6 Nov

There are no new measles cases today. The total number of confirmed cases remains at 17, and all are no longer infectious.
The outbreak is still ongoing, and Health New Zealand is focused on stamping out further spread. An outbreak can only be declared over after 42 days with no new cases - so we’re not there yet.

⚠️ More cases are expected, and New Zealand remains at high risk.

We’ll keep sharing updates as new information becomes available.

What you can do:

✅ Immunisation is your best protection. Two doses of the MMR vaccine protect ~99% of people.
✅ Check your immunisation status with your healthcare provider.
✅ Get vaccinated at clinics, GPs, or participating pharmacies - many offer walk-ins. Find your closest pharmacy giving MMR on healthpoint.co.nz
✅ Stay home if you're unwell and watch for symptoms.

🩺 Measles symptoms include:

• High fever, cough, runny nose, sore red eyes
• Rash starting on the face, spreading down the body

📞 If you think you have measles, call Healthline on 0800 611 116 for advice.

👩‍⚕️If you want to go to your doctor's clinic, please call ahead before visiting.

🔗 More info: https://info.health.nz/measles-immunity | https://info.health.nz/MeaslesVaccine

01/08/2025

🎉 Great news from Hamilton East Medical Centre! 🎉
We’re making your health more accessible than ever:

✅ FREE blood tests for all enrolled patients
✅ FREE smear tests available for enrolled patients
✅ No increase in patient fees this year
✅ And yes – we’re accepting new patients!

Join a practice that puts your care and your wallet first. 💚
📍 Enrol today or get in touch to learn more.

29/07/2025

🤒 Feeling under the weather or wondering if it’s the flu? Learn how to spot the symptoms, take care of yourself, and protect others. Check out this helpful guide

https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/i/influenza

25/06/2025

We have a team of staff racing up the Sky Tower to raise funds for Leukaemia & Blood Cancer NZ (LBC).

Every day, 8 children and adults in New Zealand are diagnosed with a blood cancer like leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma. LBC is the national charity dedicated to supporting patients and their families; this support can last months or even years.

LBC receives no government funding, so please help us support our team by donating to this great cause.

It’s simple, fast and totally secure, and LBC will email you a tax-deductible receipt.
Thank you for your amazing support!

I'm racing up the Sky Tower to raise vital funds and awareness for Leukaemia & Blood Cancer New Zealand. Every day 8 children and adults in New Zealand are diagnosed with a blood cancer like leukaemia, lymphoma and myeloma. LBC is the national charity dedicated to supporting patients and their famil...

29/05/2025