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Whitby Doctors is the local medical centre for Whitby, New Zealand.

29/03/2026

We are closed from 5pm, Thursday 2 April and reopen on 8am, Tuesday 7 April.

If you need urgent medical attention while we are closed, please visit either:

🐰Kenepuru Accident and Medical Centre, Kenepuru Hospital

🥕PracticePlus for telehealth and video appointments. Book via www.practiceplus.nz

Please note Kenepuru is a walk-in service so there may be a wait to be seen.

Have a safe and enjoyable long weekend!

26/03/2026

🌿 Introducing Profound Impacts New Zealand

Accidents can change lives in an instant — not only for those directly affected, but also for the people who never intended to cause harm yet now carry deep emotional pain, guilt, or trauma. If you’re living with the aftermath of an accidental death or traumatic event, you deserve support too.

Profound Impacts provide a confidential, non‑judgmental space for people navigating this incredibly complex experience. Their team understands the emotional shock, isolation, and grief that can follow an unintended tragedy, and they're there to help you find steadier ground. 🌿

13/03/2026

Flu season is almost here; help keep our most vulnerable members of the community safe this flu season by getting your annual flu vaccine.

Our appointment books open from Thursday 26 March, with bookings available from Wednesday 1 April.

The flu vaccine is free for patients who meet one of the following criteria:
👍all people aged 65 and over
👶pregnant people (any trimester)
🫁people under 65 who have a cardiovascular / respiratory / autoimmune disease*
😷Children under 4 who have been hospitalised for or have a history of significant respiratory illness
🩺people who have diabetes, chronic renal disease or any cancer

*For the full range of criteria, please visit: https://immune.org.nz/factsheets/influenza-2026-pharmac-eligibility-criteria

For those outside of the funding criteria, there will be a charge which can be advised at the time of booking.

To book your flu vaccine with our nursing team, please call us from 26 March on 04 234 1404. The flu vaccine is recommended for everyone aged over 6 months.

Available now, and free for all, is the COVID-19 booster vaccine; you can have this at the same time as your flu or book two separate appointments. The COVID-19 vaccine is free and recommended for those 65+, Māori and Pacifica aged 50+, people living in aged care facilities and people 12+ who are immunocompromised or have a medical condition that puts them at higher risk of a severe illness from COVID-19. Call us to book.

10/03/2026

Are you missing a wee friend? 😕

Bunny has been doing an excellent job supervising our doctors and nurses, enjoying our lake views when on their break and attending our daily staff meetings.

Alas, Bunny has decided it is now time to go home. They are waiting for their owner to come and collect them from Reception. Proof of ownership may be required.

Bunny can't wait to see their owner again! We thank Bunny for all of their hard work at the clinic 🐰

20/02/2026

Is quitting smoking on your 2026 resolution list? Do you need some extra support?

The Kokiri Marae Keriana Olsen Trust Regional Stop Smoking Service has a new program with great benefits like:

💸$50 cash upon sign-up
☕Weekly visits for 6 weeks, you choose the location, by a qualified Quit Coach
⚫Access to NRT patches, gum or lozenges
🙋‍♀️Motivational and face-to-face support
🚭After the program, be smoke free for a minimum of four weeks and receive a $200 cash bonus!
This program is available for people who live in the Wellington, Hutt Valley, Porirua and Kāpiti Coast areas

What are you waiting for, now is the time!

Please call us on 04 234 1404 to book an appointment with your GP or NP to refer to you this service.

For more information, you can call them directly on 0800 926 257

19/02/2026

We welcome Dr Indika Mudiyanselage (Indey) to the Whitby Doctors team!

Indey received his first medical degree after studying at Smolensk Medical Academy in Russia. He has also worked in Sri Lanka and most recently in the Waikato.
He has a keen interest in treating patients with mental health issues, he loves to help patients overcome their difficulties and be able to thrive again at their full capacity.

In his spare time, he is a keen gym goer and hiker and enjoys spending time with his beautiful cats 😻

Welcome to the team, Indey! If you would like to book an appointment with Indey, please call us on 04 234 1404

16/02/2026

February is Heart Health Month ❤

A heart attack is the leading cause of death in Aotearoa New Zealand. Heart attacks don't always present as severe pain over your left arm and chest, check out the picture to see what other warning signs there are.

The warning signs can also differ if you have diabetes, warning signs can include shortness of breath and unexpected nausea.

For women, heart attacks can differ from those in men. While women can experience the signs in this image, they can also have pain that comes and goes between the abdomen and upper back and extreme fatigue. Some women also experience no chest pain or discomfort.

If you think you, or someone near you, might be having a heart attack call 111 immediately.

Do you know if you have good overall heart health? We offer cardiovascular screening appointments with our nurses for all men and women to check their cardiovascular health.

Depending on your age, ethnicity and family history the recommended screening age can vary. If you would like to have a cardiovascular risk assessment done, please call us on 04 234 1404 to book an appointment with a nurse.

10/02/2026

Do you have a cervix and are sexually active? If you answered yes to both, then this one is for you!

A free cervical screening clinic is available at Wellington Hospital Women's Clinic on Saturday 21 February from 8am-1pm.

Cervical screening is one of your best protections against cervical cancer. For most people, cervical screening needs to be done once every five years. The test can be done by yourself or by one of the team at the free clinic.

If you would prefer to have this done by one of our nurses or your GP, please call us on 04 234 1404 to book.

08/02/2026

We are excited to introduce our new GP, Dr Marlou Hoff! Marlou joined our team in January.

Marlou has had an exciting career so far, working as a GP in Aruba and the Netherlands and previously working in A&E in Madagascar, London and Bonaire.

In her spare time, she is a keen diver, hiker, baker and chef. She also speaks a variety of languages!

Welcome to New Zealand and Whitby Doctors! 🇳🇿

05/02/2026

A reminder we are closed today, Friday 6 February, for Waitangi Day.

🚑 If it is an emergency, please dial 111 for ambulance assistance

If you need help while we are closed, please visit either:

Kenepuru Hospital, 16 Hospital Drive, Kenepuru
Wellington Emergency Department, Wellington Hospital, Adelaide Road

We reopen on Monday 9 February.

Have a lovely and safe long weekend! 😎

01/02/2026

We are closed on Friday 6 February for Waitangi Day.

🚑 If it is an emergency, please dial 111 for ambulance assistance

If you need help while we are closed, please visit either:

Kenepuru Hospital, 16 Hospital Drive, Kenepuru
Wellington Emergency Department, Wellington Hospital, Adelaide Road

We reopen on Monday 9 February.

Have a lovely and safe long weekend! 😎

31/01/2026

From 1 February General Practitioners and Nurse Practitioners (practitioners) can start medical treatment for patients 18+ who have a confirmed ADHD diagnosis.

If you think you have ADHD, please book an appointment with your usual practitioner; a standard consultation fee will apply to this appointment. If your practitioner thinks an ADHD diagnosis is worth exploring, they will refer you to a provider for the diagnostic assessment. Our preferred provider is Te Wheke. You can also self-refer through their website - www.tewheke.org.nz. Please note that these providers will have their own separate fees for the assessment and they will advise you when you book.
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If the provider diagnoses ADHD, you will be contacted by us to book an 'ADHD Medication Start' appointment. These appointments will vary between 15-45 minutes depending on your medical history, and may be with your regular practitioner or another practitioner experienced in starting ADHD medication. Appointment fees will apply.

Following the start of your medication, you will need to visit your regular practitioner within 2-4 weeks for a standard consultation to review your medication.

If you want to explore your potential ADHD diagnosis, please call us on 04 234 1404 to book an appointment with your GP.

Address

Whitby Mall, , 69A Discovery Drive, , Whitby
Porirua
5024

Opening Hours

Monday	8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday	8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday	8:30am - 5pm
Thursday	8:30am - 5pm
Friday	8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+6442341404

Website

https://www.whitbydoctors.co.nz/

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