Otaki Medical Centre

31/07/2026

07/07/2026

Happy International Paramedics Day! 💚
Today we're celebrating the important role our Extended Care Paramedics play at Ōtaki Medical Centre and recognising the difference they make for our patients every day.
This winter, we're pleased to welcome Dr Hannah Latta to the team. As our new Extended Care Paramedic, Hannah is helping support the increased demand over the winter months.
Working alongside Hannah is Dr Celeita Williams, whose leadership as an Extended Care Paramedic, researcher and educator continues to help shape the role of paramedics in primary care.
Hannah and Celeita are both passionate about improving access to healthcare and ensuring patients receive the right care, in the right place, at the right time.
Both Hannah and Celeita completed their Doctor of Health Science (DHSc) degrees at AUT University. They use the title Dr in recognition of their doctoral qualifications, although they are not medical doctors.
They bring the knowledge, critical thinking and passion developed through their research into everyday clinical practice, using evidence to continually improve the care they provide for our patients and community.
Together, Hannah and Celeita are helping us provide more accessible, patient-centred care and demonstrating the valuable contribution Extended Care Paramedics make in general practice.
Thank you to Hannah, Celeita, and to all paramedics for the skill, compassion and commitment you bring to caring for our communities.
Happy International Paramedics Day!

01/03/2026

Kia ora koutou, my name is Paige
I’m currently in my final year of Nurse Practitioner training at Ōtaki Medical Centre. You may recognise me as one of the practice nurses here over the last 18 months.
I work closely with Dr Hanneke and Nurse Practitioner Beth, who provide clinical supervision and support. This year, you may be asked if you are comfortable to see me for your appointment as part of my internship, If you would prefer not to see me, that’s absolutely okay, just let reception know and they’ll arrange for you to see your original provider.
Thank you for supporting me as I complete this exciting final stage of my training

17/11/2025

Diabetes Action Month: Take charge of your health

More than 250,000 New Zealanders are living with diabetes and many more have prediabetes without realising it.

The good news? With early action, you can change the path ahead.

This Diabetes Action Month, learn how to spot the signs, manage risk factors and support your whānau to live well.

Prediabetes can be reversed. Find out how small changes make a big difference → https://healthify.nz/health-a-z/d/diabetes-prediabetes

04/11/2025

03/11/2025

Call us on 3648555 to book your immunisation today!

It’s Measles Immunisation Week! 🛡️

Measles is highly contagious - but the good thing is it’s also preventable. This week is all about making sure our communities are protected.

💉 The MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella) is free for anyone under 18 and for those eligible for free healthcare.
📍 Drop-in clinics are running across the country - no appointment needed.
👶 Not sure if your child is immunised? Now’s the time to check.

📲 Visit info.health.nz/immunisations/immunisation-clinics for local pop up clinics near you. You can also refer to healthpoint.co.nz as not all immunisation clinics are listed in info.health.nz.

Another option for booking an MMR vaccine is to book online: info.health.nz/bookavaccine