From this Saturday 28 March, the Downstairs area of Pukekohe Family Health Care (PFHC), West Street, will operate as aCovid-19 Community Testing Centre.
All appointments for our West Street Centre will now be UPSTAIRS Please be assured, WE ARE OPEN and all services currently provided by PFHC will remain. There is designated parking for your appointments and full information can be seen in our letter (which includes parking location photos) by clicking the button
Coronavirus: IF you think you are at risk of Coronavirus or have recently travelled overseas and have a fever, cough or shortness of breath PLEASE CALL first Healthline’s dedicated COVID-19 number 0800 358 (for free) on 0800 358 5453 or +64 9 358 5453 for international SIMS.
To keep our staff and patients safe PFHC is changing the way it provides services at this time - click on the link below for information
Those that are eligible for FUNDED flu vaccinations: Over 65 yrs, pregnant, those with chronic conditions, and children over 3yrs with acute respiratory issues and Healthcare workers can ring in for a booking now. Otherwise the Ministry has said Influenza Immunisation Programme start date is from 13st April 2020.
Please ring 09 237 0280 as bookings are not available online
We are working constantly to maintain stock and currently are fully booked. New clinics will be opened as stock is confirmed - this is a national supply and demand situation.
Children's under 3yrs special Vac is not yet available ( due April 1st)
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Appointments are 15 minutes and usually 1 or 2 conditions can be dealt within this 15 minute slot. Please let reception know if you think you may need longer (an extra fee will apply)
The 'On the Day' service is for registered urgent care patients. Bookings should be made by phone and walk ins without appts will incur a $10 surcharge. Casual patients may be accepted at extra charge.
'Little Feet' our daily care for children 3month - 11 years Mon-Friday. You can walk in, but we prefer to help you with a booked service.
41-49 Twomey Drive, Pukekohe, 2120, New Zealand
10 West Street, Pukekohe, 2120, New Zealand
We know sometimes you need help now - so we are ready to deal with an acute situation. You should try and see your GP for the continuation of care, but sometimes we understand that's not possible.
On the Day can help now, even if you are not registered with us (Charges will apply - see our Costs)
Please book online as a registered patient or ring 09 237 0280 (This is not an A&M Dept. and walk-ins will incur a $10 surcharge)
Excellence in Clinical care and Customer service.
Our goal is to offer complete care. Alongside our GPs, you can access a range of Nurse Led services, a specialist centre with visiting consultants, our plastic surgeon, medical services for companies, pre-employments, immigration & travel. Also for our registered patients, access to our Children's clinic and 'On the Day'.
Aileen likes to take a holistic view of patients and realises the importance of family. Aileen has special interests in women’s health, paediatrics and family planning.
— Dr Aileen Elborough
Dr Ross believes that all patients can understand their health problems and manage these with appropriate input and guidance from their general practitioner. He strives to help and support his patients in looking after their own health.
— Dr. Brian Ross
Dr Tatnell believes that wellness is a journey that we are both partners in.
— Dr Ryan Tatnell
Dr Sainai believes family is very important and enjoys building long term relationships with patient families from the new born to the very elderly. She believes in holistic family care.
— Dr. Raltandeep Saini
Dr Morar is very supportive of the group practice concept because it offers modern treatment facilities, with deep supportive care.
— Dr. Ish Morar
'Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being' (World Health Org.) That's what we are dedicated to support you to achieve.
— Practice Nurse Renee Bovill
Dr Meehan's experience includes 25 years working in my own practice with a group of 5 GPs. She says 'We were a teaching practice & I taught 4th & 6th year Medical students as well as GP Registrars. My early years in practice included a large component of Obstetrics, working on a DSAC roster with the police and in Sports Medicine for the Manuwatu-Whanganui region.
Dr Tatnell was born and studied in Auckland, but worked in many parts of New Zealand and Australia before starting General Practice in 2017.Dr Tatnell has a background as a paediatrics trainee and this remains a special interest of his, but very much enjoys all aspects of general practice. He has a particular interest in health promotion and disease prevention and is currently at the University of Auckland as part of the Masters in Public Health.
Lisa is an experienced Registered Nurse who has worked in Primary Care within the Franklin Community for over 10 years. Her areas of specialty include Long Term Conditions, Women's Health, and Ear Health. She is passionate about ‘holistic’ wellbeing; people being healthy in all areas of their lives – including physical, mental/emotional, spiritual, and family/community.
Merrin is an experienced senior nurse, with over 15 years experience in Primary Care. Her speciality areas includes acute care and paediatrics, and is able to prescribe certain medications as per of her nursing care. She currently is one of the practitioners who works Little feet clinic and also shares the role of Lead nurse. She is passionate about reducing health inequities and ensuring our community has access to quality health care.
Preet was born in India, moved to New Zealand in 2010 and joined the PFHC team in 2016. She has worked in Primary Care for over 15 years and has previously worked in areas including diabetes, emergency, renal dialysis, aged care and education. Preet is currently completing post graduate studies in Nursing & Health. Her areas of specialty include diabetes management. She is passionate about working in the community to support patients and whānau in achieving optimal health. Outside work, she loves to spend time with family, friends, reading and listening to music.
Sarabjeet moved to New Zealand from India 7 years ago and has worked within Primary Health Care for the last 6 1/2 years. She has a nursing background in Obstetrics, Gynaecology, ENT and Aged Care. Her areas of interest within General Practice include Travel health, Immunisations and Acute Care. Other languages spoken: Hindi-English & Punjabi
We believe that by developing a close relationship, preferably with one doctor and their supporting staff, we can get to know you and your medical history. We can understand your personality and lifestyle sufficiently well to treat you appropriately. To guide you in making healthy life choices, and to work with you to make decisions to benefit a healthy lifestyle.