CAPE is an ACC accredited and is able to treat a range of musculoskeletal and sports injuries.
CAPE Physio
CAPE Physio has a walk in clinic located in the Marama Suite on the ground floor at The Hastings Health Centre and a full clinic across the road at 405 King Street North, Hastings that can take appointments.
CAPE is an ACC accredited physio service treating and rehabilitating a large range of musculoskeletal and sports injuries.
ACC Consultations are $15 per visit (adults) and $10 per visit (students and children). Non ACC visits are $55. At CAPE we will assess your injury and develop a full treatment package with advice on pain management and how to manage your injury.
Opening hours:
Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm (Walk in Clinic at The Hastings Health Centre)
The casting clinic provides timely and quality care to both enrolled and casual patients.
Casting Clinic
Our casting clinic provides timely and quality care to both enrolled and casual patients and is operated by our casting clinic nurses and Urgent Care doctors.
We are able to treat most types of minor fractures, however more serious fractures are referred to Hawkes Bay Hospital. X-rays are carried out in Radiology which is located in GP1. There is no charge for an ACC x-ray.
The Casting Clinic operates every Tuesday and Friday.
Appointments for the Casting Clinic are made through a referral from a GP or through Urgent Care.
Clinical Pharmacist Medication Services
This service is free to all enrolled patients.
Clinical Pharmacist Medication Services
This service is free to those patients who are enrolled with a GP at The Hastings Health Centre.
Referrals are taken from the doctors, practice nurses and other pharmacists to manage medication issues that come up with a change in medicine regime, a stay in hospital, complex medicine regimes (insulin, warfarin, reducing doses, specialised treatments, coming off long-term medication), interactions, side effects, using devices, or simply getting on top of what should be taken when and sorting the rest.
The Hawkes Bay District Health Board fund this service.
Appointments for this service are available Wednesday, Thursday and Fridays. Jenni can be contacted on phone (06) 873 8575 or email jenni.jones@hhc.co.nz.
You are also able make an appointment through Manage My Health.
Diabetes Clinic
This clinic provides advice on all aspects of managing diabetes.
Diabetes Clinic
Our Diabetes Clinic is tailored towards high needs patients who have either been referred from one of our family doctors and nurses and/or Hawke’s Bay Hospital.
Supported by the Hawke’s Bay Primary Health Organisations (PHO) and Hawke’s Bay District Health Board (DHB), patients who have been referred to the clinic can expect to receive advice on all aspects of managing their diabetes in a supportive and caring environment.
Appointments for the service are available on Tuesday afternoons and Friday mornings.
Contact Terrie on (06) 873 8515 or email terrie.spedding@hhc.co.nz
District Nurses
Our team of District Nurses enables us to maintain a high level of care for our patients.
District Nurses
The Hastings Health Centre has a core team of District Nurses employed by the District Health Board who look after our patients.
The nurses are available on site every day except Wednesday between 1:30pm to 3pm. During this time they are available to see patients or discuss any plans of care with a doctor or practice nurse. The close working relationship our core team of district nurses have with our family doctors and nurses benefits the patient and assists with a coordinated approach to patient care.
Family Violence Programme
We're a safe place to talk about family violence.
Family Violence Programme
The Hastings Health Centre is a safe place to talk about family violence. Our Family Violence Programme was introduced in 2008 in order to continue to provide our patients with holistic care and protect their physical and mental wellbeing. Our family doctors and nurses have been trained to recognise the signs of family violence through asking the right questions. Our programme is supported by the Hawke’s Bay Primary Health Organisation and the Hawke’s Bay District Health Board. If you are suffering from abuse our staff are able to support, advise you of your options and can refer you to the right agency for your protection. If you would like to seek help or are worried about a family member, you can talk in confidence to a family doctor, nurse or support person.
Perpetrators
If you are hurting the people you love and need help to stop we can give you information for agencies in our community that will help. You will be provided with this information and our support and will not be judged.
Gynaecology
We provide on-site assessment, diagnosis and treatments in all areas of gynaecology.
Gynaecology
We have a full service gynaecology clinic. We are able to provide diagnosis and treatment for fibroids, endometriosis, menstrual disorders, peri and post-menopausal complaints and hormone replacement therapy.
Dr Leigh Duncan who manages the clinic is qualified to provide treatment for early pregnancy problems, recurrent miscarriages, fitting contraceptive devices, tubal ligation, hysteroscopy as well as postnatal injury or trauma. Nettie is happy to answer any questions about the services Leigh provides. Appointments for the Gynaecology clinic can be made by calling Nettie in GP5 at (06) 873 8590.
Services
Hysterectomy and hysteroscopy
Treatment for all prolapses
Fitting IUD and Mirena contraceptive devices
Diagnosis and treatment of fibroids, endometriosis and menstrual disorders.
Diagnosis and treatment of peri and post-menopausal complaints.
Treatment of early pregnancy problems such as recurrent miscarriages.
Tubal ligation
Treatment of post-natal injury or trauma.
Opening hours: Most Friday’s in GP Suite 5.
Immigration Medicals
Our immigration medical service is professionally and competitively priced.
Immigration Medicals
We provide a full Immigration Medical Service at The Hastings Health Centre at very competitive rates. We aim to provide a high quality, friendly, helpful and efficient service.
Immigration medicals are now completed online and we submit the medical information for you. They are called e-medicals.
Before an appointment can be made, you will need to come into GP5 at The Hastings Health Centre with your passport. You will complete some forms, sign a declaration and we will take your photo. You can download a copy of the information we require, print it off and complete in advance if you wish, but we will still need to see you before you book your appointment to take your photo.
An appointment will then be made for you to come back and see the Doctor, for a chest x-ray, and your blood tests as required. You will be given an information sheet with your NZER number on which links your medical to your visa application and you should send this to immigration. We suggest you check with New Zealand Immigration or their website to establish what is required of you – for example if you need a full medical or limited medical and whether you require a chest x-ray: https://www.immigration.govt.nz/new-zealand-visas
If you do not speak English, please bring an interpreter with you to your appointments.
Once all tests are done, (the results are usually back within 48 hours), we will forward the results of your tests and the examination direct to Immigration. If you provide an email address, you will receive an email when your results have been sent to immigration.
We are committed to addressing the needs of Maori and Pacific people.
Maori and Pacific Health
With more than 5,000 Maori and Pacific patients enrolled we are one of the largest provider of primary health care to Maori and Pacific communities in Hawke’s Bay.
The Hastings Health Centre is committed to addressing the needs of Maori and Pacific people by acknowledging the disparity between the health of these minority groups and the rest of the population.
The service is funded by Health Hawke’s Bay and is coordinated by nurse Louise Singh.
Nurse Practitioner
Catrina has advanced education and specialised clinical training in children and youth under 24 years of age.
Nurse Practitioner
Catrina is the Nurse Practitioner at The Hastings Health Centre. She has advanced education and specialised clinical training in children and youth under 24 years of age. She is able to provide you with information and support about issues such as toilet training, temper tantrums and picky eating as well as assess, diagnose and treat acute illnesses such as respiratory infections, ear infections, rashes, and UTIs. Catrina is also able to manage chronic conditions such as asthma, eczema, constipation and acne.
Nursing Team
Our nurses are qualified to provide you with the best medical and healthcare advice.
Nursing Team
The range of nursing services available at The Hastings Health Centre is second to none.
With more than 25 nurses employed at the Centre, each nurse is qualified to provide you with the best family medical services and healthcare advice.
The highly skilled nursing team are able to offer a range of services across all ages.
Services:
Chronic disease management
Sexual health services (This service is free for under 21 year olds)
Immunisations and advice for children and adults
Well child checks include B4Sc checks.
Asthma assessment and management plans
Cervical smears
Health education and promotion.
Pregnancy testing
Referral to the wider multidisciplinary team
Lung function testing on referral from your GP
Access to free services for our high needs population.
Wound assessment and dressing.
Smoking cessation support
Assisting the Dr with minor surgery and removal of sutures.
*Access to these services may be free for our high needs population free services for our high needs population.
Podiatry
Our podiatry clinic treats a number of common foot complaints and injuries.
Podiatry
David gained his Diploma in Podiatry in 1986 and has been dealing with work complaints for the past 30 years. He spent his first three years working in Australia, gaining experience working in private practice, hospitals and Community Health Centres. He then completed a Bachelor of Science Degree with Honours through The University of Brighton in England.
While fixing feet might not be for everyone, David finds it a very satisfying career.
Podiatrist David Greenhill treats a number of common foot complaints such as corns, callouses, heel and arch pain, ingrowing toe nails, children’s foot conditions, arthritic and diabetic foot disorders and sports injuries. He is committed to providing the best care for his patients and values the benefits of working at The Hastings Health Centre with so many other experienced health professionals.
Podistry is located in the Marama Suite on the ground floor in The Hastings Health Centre.
Radiology
We use film-less imaging to deliver a fast turn around of high quality images for diagnosis.
Radiology
Please ask us if you require your images to be seen by a specialist or health professional outside of Hastings Health Centre. We operate by an appointment system and have the flexibility to allow for urgent appointments.
All patients referred by a doctor or a physiotherapist
All ACC related x-rays are free.
All non ACC x-rays will be charged to the patient, so please make sure ask about costs when making your appointment.
Patients requiring immigration x-rays are welcome.
Opening hours: 8.30am to 5pm (closed for lunch 12.30pm to 1.30pm) Monday to Friday. Open on weekends and all public holidays (except Christmas Day) 12pm to 4pm. Located in GP1.
Please call (06) 873 8507 to book an appointment.
Sexual Health
Our sexual health service is free to everyone under 21 years-old.
Sexual Health
Sexual Health Services at The Hastings Health Centre are free to all under 21 year olds.
Our sexual health service covers all contraception services, treatment of STIs (sexually transmitted infections) and pregnancy testing.
This service also covers cervical smears, jadelle insertion , depo provera injections and the morning after pill.
Skin Lesion Clinic
Our Skin Lesion Clinic offers a full range of services.
Skin Lesion Clinic
Concerned about a mole or skin cancer? Want to remove that cyst? Need to undergo topical skin treatment for sun damaged skin? Our Skin Lesion Clinic offers a range of services including skin examinations, skin surgeries and non-surgical treatments for skin cancers.
All patients can expect to receive expert care and treatment at the Skin Lesion Clinic, which is housed in GP2.
Services:
Single lesion skin check
Multiple lesion skin check (examination of up to three lesions)
Full skin check (recommended)
Cystectomy
Diagnostic biopsy
Skin cancer surgery – from simple excisions to flap and graft repairs
Topical skin cancer treatments – cryotherapy and medicated creams
To make an appointment please contact GP2 on (06) 873 8596.
Social Worker
Our social worker is here to support families through their healthcare experiences.
Social Worker
Our social worker Eleanor O’ Rourke is qualified to offer counselling, advocacy and support to physical health and disability issues. She is also able to provide assistance in helping people to deal with the emotional issues and changes in their lives.
Spirometry
We provide support to a number of patients who suffer from respiratory conditions.
Spirometry
The aim of our Spirometry clinic is to diagnose/confirm lung disease, educate patients, thereby empowering them to self manage their condition with continued support of their medical team. An initial assessment is done by your doctor or nurse and if appropriate, a referral is made to the respiratory clinic. The clinic is run by our respiratory nurse Barb Dooney.
The Pharmacy
The Pharmacy offers a full range pharmaceutical and health services.
The Pharmacy
Our great team at The Pharmacy is here for all your prescription and pharmacy needs. We work within Urgent Care’s opening hours, 8am to 8pm, seven days a week. We are here to help you and for The Hastings Health Centre’s enrolled patients, we’ll even pick up your prescription from your GP Suite and dispense it for you – all you need to do is pick it up when you are ready.
Services
Urgent Care
Pharmacy Prescriptions
Dispensing packs
Emergency contraception service
Blood sugar (diabetes) testing
Advantage meter printouts using Accucheck Compass
Hire services for crutches, nebulisers and blood pressure equipment
Opening hours: 8am to 8pm Monday to Sunday.
To make an appointment contact (06) 873 8585.
Travel Medicine
Our Travel Medicine service offers a full range vaccinations for all ages.
Travel Medicine
Planning to travel or moving overseas? Our Travel Medicine Service will provide all your health and medical requirements for all ages. Our travel medicine service is managed by Dr Colin Dykes, who is based in GP3. Colin is able to provide you and your family with personalised advice and programmes which match your age group, type of travel and the destination you plan to travel to.
Services:
Full medical consultations
Advice and administering of suggested vaccinations
Prescriptions for medication needed while travelling
Yellow Fever vaccination
Post travel advice
Opening hours: Thursday mornings 8.30am – 11:15am. Other days and times by arrangement only.
To make an appointment call (06) 873 8525 or come into GP3.
Appointments are unable to be made using Manage My Health.
Urgent Care
Hastings Urgent Care - walk in accident and medical service
Urgent Care
The Hastings Health Centre’s Urgent Care service is your one stop ‘walk in’ medical and health care service.
Urgent Care Clinic is our walk in accident and medical healthcare service.
No appointment is needed. Urgent Care is open seven days a week from 8am to 8pm including public holidays and is available to anyone including visitors to Hawkes Bay.
Every patient is triaged by a nurse on arrival to help with assessing priority of treatment. Our department is CORNERSTONE Accredited and meets NZ Urgent Care 2015 Standards and ACC benchmarks.
A wide variety of services support Urgent Care including:
X-ray and ultrasound services
Casting Clinic – for many types of broken bones
Minor trauma including suturing, burns and other dressings
Eye examinations
Laboratory
ECG
Advanced treatment of infections
Advanced treatment of dehydration
Sexual health
Nurse led services
Vasectomies
Dr Alan Wright performs this procedure in GP6 and is Southern Cross accredited.
Vasectomies
A vasectomy is a surgical procedure for male sterilisation or permanent contraception.
Dr Alan Wright performs this procedure in GP6 and takes around 45 minutes. Dr Wright likes to see you initially to discuss the procedure and to do an examination. The vasectomy procedure is booked after this initial ‘chat’.
Costs
Please see your own GP if you have a Community Services Card as you may qualify for a funded (free) vasectomy.
For those paying for the procedure, the initial consultation is $60 and the vasectomy procedure is $389.
Dr Wright is an accredited provider for Southern Cross and most insurance companies cover the cost.
You can phone GP6 directly on (06) 873 8580 to book an appointment or talk to your family doctor to get a referral.
Open Hours
Urgent Care & Pharmacy Every day 8am to 9pm
GP Suites & Special Services (closed on public holidays)
CAPE Physio has a walk in clinic located in the Marama Suite on the ground floor at The Hastings Health Centre and a full clinic across the road at 405 King Street North, Hastings that can take appointments.
Our casting clinic provides timely and quality care to both enrolled and casual patients and is operated by our casting clinic nurses and Urgent Care doctors.
This service is free to those patients who are enrolled with a GP at The Hastings Health Centre.
Our Diabetes Clinic is tailored towards high needs patients who have either been referred from one of our family doctors and nurses and/or Hawke’s Bay Hospital.
The Hastings Health Centre has a core team of District Nurses employed by the District Health Board who look after our patients.
We have a full service gynaecology clinic. We are able to provide diagnosis and treatment for fibroids, endometriosis, menstrual disorders, peri and post-menopausal complaints and hormone replacement therapy. 
We provide a full Immigration Medical Service at The Hastings Health Centre at very competitive rates. We aim to provide a high quality, friendly, helpful and efficient service. 
With more than 5,000 Maori and Pacific patients enrolled we are one of the largest provider of primary health care to Maori and Pacific communities in Hawke’s Bay. 
The range of nursing services available at The Hastings Health Centre is second to none. 
David gained his Diploma in Podiatry in 1986 and has been dealing with work complaints for the past 30 years. He spent his first three years working in Australia, gaining experience working in private practice, hospitals and Community Health Centres. He then completed a Bachelor of Science Degree with Honours through The University of Brighton in England.
Please ask us if you require your images to be seen by a specialist or health professional outside of Hastings Health Centre. We operate by an appointment system and have the flexibility to allow for urgent appointments.
Concerned about a mole or skin cancer? Want to remove that cyst? Need to undergo topical skin treatment for sun damaged skin? Our Skin Lesion Clinic offers a range of services including skin examinations, skin surgeries and non-surgical treatments for skin cancers.
Our social worker Eleanor O’ Rourke is qualified to offer counselling, advocacy and support to physical health and disability issues. She is also able to provide assistance in helping people to deal with the emotional issues and changes in their lives.
The aim of our Spirometry clinic is to diagnose/confirm lung disease, educate patients, thereby empowering them to self manage their condition with continued support of their medical team. An initial assessment is done by your doctor or nurse and if appropriate, a referral is made to the respiratory clinic. The clinic is run by our respiratory nurse Barb Dooney.
Our great team at The Pharmacy is here for all your prescription and pharmacy needs. We work within Urgent Care’s opening hours, 8am to 8pm, seven days a week. We are here to help you and for The Hastings Health Centre’s enrolled patients, we’ll even pick up your prescription from your GP Suite and dispense it for you – all you need to do is pick it up when you are ready.
Planning to travel or moving overseas? Our Travel Medicine Service will provide all your health and medical requirements for all ages. Our travel medicine service is managed by Dr Colin Dykes, who is based in GP3. Colin is able to provide you and your family with personalised advice and programmes which match your age group, type of travel and the destination you plan to travel to.
Every patient is triaged by a nurse on arrival to help with assessing priority of treatment. Our department is CORNERSTONE Accredited and meets NZ Urgent Care 2015 Standards and ACC benchmarks.
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