Silverdale Medical

03/09/2026

WHEN SHOULD YOU SEE A GP? 🩺
We all put things off sometimes. That lingering cough, recurring headache or tiredness you've been meaning to get checked.

But when is it time to stop waiting and make an appointment?

Here are some common symptoms that are worth discussing with your GP:
🔹 A cough that won't go away or keeps coming back
🔹 Unexplained tiredness that doesn't improve with rest
🔹 Recurring headaches, dizziness or unexplained pain
🔹 Changes in your weight or appetite without an obvious reason
🔹 Changes in your bowel or bladder habits
🔹 Skin changes, including a new or changing mole or spot
🔹 Ongoing sleep problems that are affecting your everyday life
🔹 Feeling unusually anxious, low or overwhelmed
🔹 Symptoms that keep returning even if they seem minor

You don't need to wait until something feels serious before talking to your GP. Sometimes getting something checked early can provide reassurance, identify a problem sooner or help prevent it from becoming more serious.

💙 If something doesn't feel right, it's worth getting it checked.

If you're concerned about a symptom or a change in your health, book an appointment with the team at Silverdale Medical.

📍 Silverdale Medical
📞 Contact the practice to make an appointment
🌐 www.silverdalemedical.co.nz

31/08/2026

VASECTOMY BOOKINGS ARE NOW OPEN AT SILVERDALE MEDICAL
Our vasectomy service is back at Silverdale Medical, with bookings now open for 14 September 2026.

For those who have completed their family, or have decided they don’t want children, a vasectomy is a safe, simple and highly effective contraception option. It is intended to be permanent, although reversal may be possible in some cases and is not guaranteed to be successful.

What's included?
✔️ Initial consultation
✔️ Vasectomy procedure
✔️ Follow-up semen testing

Cost:
$650 for enrolled patients
$700 for patients not enrolled with Silverdale Medical

The procedure is performed at Silverdale Medical using a no-scalpel technique under local anaesthetic, with no hospital stay required.

Your GP can talk you through the procedure, its permanent nature, potential risks and answer any questions you may have.

📅 Vasectomy bookings: 14 September 2026

If you've already discussed having a vasectomy with your GP, or you'd like to find out more, contact our team:
📞 09 427 9997
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.silverdalemedical.co.nz

You can also find more information about what to expect, including preparation, recovery, follow-up testing and FAQs, on our website: www.silverdalemedical.co.nz/service/vasectomy

Vasectomy is intended to be permanent. Your GP will discuss whether it is the right option for you and explain the procedure and associated risks.

24/08/2026

WONDERING IF YOU HAVE ADHD?
ADHD isn't just about being easily distracted. For many adults, it can affect organisation, time management, focus, planning, emotional regulation and everyday life.

Sometimes people reach adulthood having spent years wondering why certain things seem harder for them than they seem to be for others.

You may benefit from an ADHD assessment if you:
🔹 Frequently struggle with attention or concentration
🔹 Feel chronically disorganised
🔹 Have difficulty meeting deadlines
🔹 Become easily distracted
🔹 Struggle with planning or completing tasks
🔹 Experience difficulties at work, study or in relationships
🔹 Have longstanding challenges that you've never been able to explain
🔹 Have a family history of ADHD

At Silverdale Medical, we offer a structured, GP-led adult ADHD assessment pathway for enrolled patients. The process includes support from a Health Improvement Practitioner, assessment forms, a comprehensive GP assessment and discussion of treatment and support options.

Importantly, an ADHD assessment isn't simply about getting a diagnosis. Whether ADHD is diagnosed or not, you'll receive an explanation of the findings and a plan for what to do next.

The assessment process takes approximately 3–5 weeks for most patients. Medication is not the only option, with non-medication support also available.
💙 Think an ADHD assessment could help you understand yourself better?
Our team is here to guide you through the process. Contact Silverdale Medical for bookings.

📞 09 427 9997
📧 [email protected]
🌐 www.silverdalemedical.co.nz

Find out more about the assessment process and what to expect: www.silverdalemedical.co.nz/service/adult-adhd-assessment

11/08/2026

🌸 Women’s Health Week Special 10–20 August 🌸

This Women’s Health Week, we’re making it a little easier to prioritise your health with a special offer available for one week only.

💗 50% off your first Women’s Health appointment for new female patients who enrol with us this week.

Already enrolled with us? You can also receive 50% off your next Women’s Health appointment when you book during Women’s Health Week.

Our Women’s Health appointments can support you with a range of needs, including:

🌸 Contraception & family planning
🌸 Fertility planning
🌸 Pregnancy care
🌸 Perimenopause & menopause
🌸 Hormonal symptoms
🌸 Reproductive health concerns
🌸 Cervical screening
🌸 STI testing and sexual health

Plus, Long Acting Reversible Contraception (LARC) is 20% off for Women’s Health Week.

If you’ve been putting off a health concern, now is a great time to make an appointment. 💗

📅 Offer available 10–20 August only.
📞 Contact Silverdale Medical to book your Women’s Health appointment.

Terms and eligibility apply. Please ask our team for details.

08/05/2026

Need to see a GP? Silverdale Medical is currently welcoming new enrolments and also offering booked GP appointments for non-enrolled patients.

Appointments are available during standard clinic hours, and Tuesday evenings from 5pm–8pm for added convenience.

Whether you’re new to the area, unable to get a timely appointment, or just looking for an additional healthcare option, our experienced GP and multidisciplinary team are here to help you.

📍 Appointments available at our Silverdale, Millwater and Weiti Creek clinics
📞 Call 09 427 9997 to book

Please note some medical conditions may require clinical triage before a booking is made.

30/01/2026

New Enrolments & Urgent Care Hours

Silverdale Medical is now open to receive new patient enrolments. We are pleased to be welcoming new patients to our practice.

https://www.silverdalemedical.co.nz/enrolment/

Silverdale Medical Urgent Care is also returning to full weekend opening hours from Saturday, 31 January 2026.

Urgent Care Opening Hours (effective 31 January 2026):
Monday to Sunday, including Public Holidays
8:00am – 8:00pm

Enrolling with us means that if you need urgent care medical attention, you will pay enrolled fees which are cheaper than casual fees.

We would like to thank our community for your patience and understanding during our period of reduced hours. This change reflects the ongoing efforts of our team to provide safe, sustainable care for our patients and whānau.

Kind regards,
The Team at Silverdale Medical

To enrol you must be eligible, entitled and complete the accompanying enrolment form at the general practice of your choice. You will need to provide evidence of citizenship or eligibility for publicly funded health services; please do not be offended when asked.

16/06/2025

Celebrating Dr Andrew Webster’s Distinguished Fellowship 🏅

It is with great pride and admiration that I announce a significant honour awarded to one of our Partners — Dr Andrew Webster, who has been named a Distinguished Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RNZCGP).

This prestigious award is one of the highest accolades conferred by the College and recognises outstanding contributions to general practice and to the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders. Dr Webster has been recognised for his exceptional service, leadership, mentorship, and sustained excellence over the course of his career. It is a testament not only to his professional achievements but also to the respect he commands among his peers and the broader healthcare community.

At Silverdale Medical, we have long known the impact Andrew has had — from his clinical wisdom and collegial generosity to the deep care he shows his patients and team alike. This national recognition is richly deserved, and we are privileged to have him as a leader and exemplar in our midst.

Please join me in congratulating Dr Webster on this remarkable achievement. His dedication continues to inspire all of us.

05/06/2025

June 9-15 is Men's Health Week. Staff at Silverdale Medical will be wearing their tie's in support of the men we love and those we care for.

Share the resources available at https://menshealthweek.co.nz/ to learn more about Men's Health - so you can be part of extending the care - care for self, and care for those you love.

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19/05/2025

Silverdale Medical is hosting a Pink Ribbon Breakfast for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ on Thursday May 22nd. The company is matching up donation goal if we reach it. So double the value of your contribution and support our drive.

https://fundraise.bcf.org.nz/fundraisers/silverdalemedical/pinkribbonbreakfast

Show your support for the 650 women in Aotearoa that die from breast cancer every year and the 9 women diagnosed with breast cancer each day in New Zealand.

I'm fundraising for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, to help fund breast cancer education, research and patient support. Please donate to help the 3,500 Kiwis diagnosed with breast cancer each year in NZ.

07/05/2025

Silverdale Medical is running a Pink Ribbon Breakfast for the Breast Cancer Foundation NZ in the hope of raising $1250 towards sponsoring the Breast Cancer Van. Would you consider supporting our campaign?

I'm fundraising for Breast Cancer Foundation NZ, to help fund breast cancer education, research and patient support. Please donate to help the 3,500 Kiwis diagnosed with breast cancer each year in NZ.