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Don’t Let the Flu Win This Winter — Get Vaccinated
By: Lucy Hall
April 21, 2026
As the colder months approach, so does flu season. Here’s everything your whānau needs to know about the 2026 flu ...
Say Hello to Dr Manisha – Our Newest GP at Highbrook Medical!
By: Lucy Hall
July 10, 2025
There’s a fresh face at Highbrook Medical, and we’re absolutely delighted to introduce her to you – meet Dr Manisha ...
Meet our Designated Nurse Prescriber Nerice: Leading Our Totz to Teenz Clinic at Highbrook Medical
By: Lucy Hall
June 12, 2025
At Highbrook Medical, we’re proud to have a team of clinicians who not only bring experience but also a deep ...
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Understanding Lab Test Results and how to Interpret them
By: Daniel Calder
March 19, 2023
Are you wondering, “Are my lab test results normal?” If so, you’re not alone. Many people struggle to understand their ...
Dr Richard Chong starts the Acute Clinic at Highbrook Medical
By: Lucy Hall
March 9, 2023
When Dr Richard Chong agreed to spearhead our new Acute Clinic, we couldn’t have been more delighted. Group GM Lucy ...
Cervical Smear Tests: Why it’s time to book your screening
By: Lucy Hall
March 1, 2023
Does getting a Cervical Smear seem a bit intimidating? We understand that sometimes the idea of screening is confusing, especially ...
Top travel Clinic tips for visiting Friends and relatives (VFR travel)
By: Keegan Hansen
November 11, 2022
Like our travel clinic team members, you will be itching to travel again to visit friends and relatives overseas (VFR ...
How to Enrol with a GP Online (in minutes!)
By: Lucy Hall
November 10, 2022
Online enrolment for a GP should be a given in 2022. Surprisingly in NZ, most doctors still use paper forms. ...
Highbrook Med: all your health services in one place
By: Lucy Hall
October 13, 2022
The Highbrook Med health services Hub opened its doors to the business community in a South Auckland showcase in September ...
Tips to recognise symptoms of a Urinary Tract Infection (UTI).
By: Lucy Hall
September 27, 2022
A Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) or Pokenga puaha is undoubtedly painful and distressing for anyone. However, left untreated, it can ...
After hours online doctors service now live!
By: Lucy Hall
August 12, 2022
Ever noticed how your family tend to need a doctor out of GP surgery hours? It’s Murphy’s Law! At Highbrook Medical, ...
Why you (or your man) should have preventative bowel & prostate cancer screening
By: Daniel Calder
March 29, 2022
Preventive screening for bowel and prostate cancer is a topic our Health Coaches, actively champion. Find out why it’s one ...
