The Doctors Richmond

27/11/2025

Please plan ahead for repeat prescriptions and routine appointments, as demand often increases at this time of year!

Holiday hours 🎅🕎:

24 December: 8am - 3pm (reduced service - acute needs only)
25-26 December 2025: closed
29-31 December: 8am - 3pm (reduced service - acute needs only)
1-2 January: closed
Monday, 5 January 2026 - normal hours resume

Repeat prescriptions:
Please submit your repeat prescription requests early so we can process them before the holidays. Cut-off for pre-Christmas fulfilment is 18 December for email orders and 22 December for The Doctors App orders. When you order, please remember to include the pharmacy name/location you’d like us to send your script to.

Need care while we’re closed?
Please visit your nearest after-hours urgent care facility. Or call 📞Healthline on 0800 611 116 for general health advice. In an emergency, call 111.

17/11/2025

Measles Outbreak - Free vaccines

Measles is highly infectious. This year in Aotearoa New Zealand we have already had cases of measles.

The MMR (measles, mumps, rubella) vaccine is now FREE in New Zealand for adults and children.

After one dose of the vaccine, around 95% of people are fully protected, and after 2 doses, 99% of people are fully protected.

The MMR vaccine is the best form of protection against measles.
Book your free MMR vaccine today at one of our medical centres! If you or your whānau feel unwell, please stay home and call us before visiting.

Learn more: https://info.health.nz/conditions-treatments/infectious-diseases/about-measles/measles

07/11/2025

Game on, Nelson!

We’re thrilled to sponsor the Nelson Netball Twilight League alongside our neighbours at The Doctors Motueka. Championing healthy bodies and minds, and a connected community is what we’re all about.

We’ll be courtside on selected nights with wellness checks and of course, to cheer the teams on.

Stay tuned for updates as we team up with Nelson Netball for a great season ahead!

05/11/2025

Specialist health improvement services at The Doctors Richmond

If you or someone in your whānau needs support with mental health or wellbeing, our Health Improvement Practitioner, Megan, is here to help.

Megan offers support with:

Improving mood or mental health
Changing habits
Improving sleep and physical health
Managing relationships, grief, loneliness, or family violence
Connecting with the right services in the community.

Appointments are FREE for enrolled patients and often available on the same day. Just ask your nurse, GP or Reception.

02/11/2025

Consultation notes coming soon!

From Monday, 3 November 2025, consultation notes will be available for you to view on The Doctors App. You will be able to access your notes 48 hours after your consultation.

If you haven't yet downloaded the app, you still can! Details are below. Get it from Google Play or the App Store.To register, simply enter your email and select The Doctors Richmond — just make sure your details match what we have on file for you.

Then you can quickly and easily:

Book and manage appointments
Request repeat prescriptions
View lab results and a summary of your health information
View consultation notes
Connect directly with our team

Once set up, the app is easy to use and secure with passcode or facial recognition.

Download it today and manage your health anytime, anywhere.

31/10/2025

Our health improvement services🧘

Our health improvement specialists work alongside our GPs and nurses. They can support patients of all ages with:

*Improving mood or mental health
*Changing habits to reduce the harm of drinking or drug use
*Learning tools to improve sleep and address other physical health issues that are impacting mental well-being
*Talking about things that are bothering them – relationships, grief, loneliness, or family violence
*Making lifestyle changes to manage long-term health conditions, disabilities, or chronic pain
*Increasing connection to positive support people
*Getting connected to services in the community

FREE support is available to enrolled patients, often on the same day.

To book an appointment with someone in our health improvement team, please call📞 us and speak to your GP, or ask at Reception.

23/10/2025

It’s completely normal to feel anxious before an exam, job interview, or big event. But when anxiety becomes strong, frequent, and difficult to manage, it can start to affect everyday life. 😨 This is known as Generalised Anxiety Disorder (GAD) — the most common type of anxiety.
Common symptoms of GAD include:

*Feeling tense, nervous, on edge, or irritable
*Racing heart, shortness of breath, or “butterflies”
*Trouble concentrating or sleeping
*Constant worry or feeling something bad might happen
*Physical symptoms like headaches, nausea, or tiredness
*Inability to relax or enjoy quiet time
*The need to know what's going to happen in the future

If you are dealing with these types of anxiety, our team is here to help. Give us a call 📞 to schedule a consultation.

30/09/2025

Waiting for Blood Test Results? Here’s What to Know! 🩸
📌 We’ll only contact you if your results are abnormal or require follow-up. If your results are normal or expected, you won’t receive a routine call.
📌 Some test results may take longer to appear in The Doctors App due to processing times.
📌 Results from external providers will not be visible in the app.

📌 If you would like to discuss your test results please make an appointment with one of our team. Nurse call requests may incur a charge, unless we initiated the call or it’s part of an urgent triage assessment.
💙 Thank you for your understanding as we work to keep our services efficient for everyone. If you have any concerns, please reach out!

10/09/2025

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce that The Doctors Richmond and The Doctors Motueka are officially sponsoring the Nelson Netball Twilight League 🏆

Supporting local talent and passion is what we’re all about, and we can’t wait to cheer them on this season. Let’s go teams 💪🔥

Stay tuned for updates as we join forces with Nelson Netball for an incredible journey ahead! 🙌



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01/09/2025

🏡 Moving soon? You may not need to change healthcare providers!

With over 65 medical centres nationwide, we can help you transfer to one of our other practices. Speak to our team before you go to find out more.

View our full list of medical centres here: https://thedoctors.co.nz/

29/08/2025

👶 Could your child have allergies?

Allergic reactions can start early and may look different in pēpi (babies) and tamariki (children) than in adults.

Keep an eye out for signs like:
🔹 Ongoing eczema or rashes
🔹 Frequent sneezing or coughing
🔹 Wheezing or shortness of breath
🔹 Tummy troubles after certain foods
🔹 Unusual fussiness after feeding

Mild symptoms can often be managed at home, but it’s a good idea to chat with your GP or nurse if you suspect an allergy. Early diagnosis can make a big difference.

📝 Tip: A food and symptom diary can be super helpful for your appointment.

27/08/2025

Skin cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in New Zealand. A bequest from Mr David Blunt has allowed the Cancer Society Nelson Tasman to offer skin check vouchers to the value of $100 (inc. GST) to be used towards the cost of a skin check. Vouchers are issued at the beginning of October and are available Nelson Tasman region residents. Please register your interest for a voucher at https://cancernelson.org.nz/support/skin-checks/
Vouchers are limited so please register at your earliest convenience.

Get a free $100 skin check voucher in Nelson Tasman. Stay informed on skin cancer; New Zealand's most common diagnosis.