Changes to Our Fees

We want to inform our patients that, due to ongoing financial pressures, we have made the difficult decision to increase our consultation fees. We understand this may cause frustration, and we are truly sorry for the impact this may have.

At Ohope Beach Medical Centre, we have always worked hard to keep our fees affordable. However, continued government underfunding has made this increasingly difficult.

You can view our updated fees on our website here: 👉 Updated Fees Overview

What If I Can’t Afford the New Fees?

Please don’t delay seeking medical care due to cost concerns. If the new fees are a barrier for you, talk to us. We can arrange payment plans to help ease the burden.

For urgent medical issues, you can always visit the Emergency Department at our local hospital, where care is provided free of charge.

Open for enrolments

We are currently OPEN for new registrations.

Enrolment is necessary to receive subsidies consultation. To enroll, you will need to complete a form, which also includes a transfer of notes request from your present GP. When enrolling, it is now a requirement to present your passport, or work permit, as proof of residency.

You may obtain and complete an enrolment form by visiting Ohope Beach Medical Centre where our friendly reception staff will be pleased to help you, or by filling in the online enrollment form. Open for enrolments

2025 influenza Vaccination Program

We are excited to announce that the yearly flu vaccination program at Ohope Beach Medical Centre will begin on April 1, 2025.

Getting your flu vaccine is a vital step in protecting yourself and your loved ones from seasonal influenza. The vaccine is safe, effective, and a key measure to ensure your health and well-being during flu season.

Appointments are bookable online via ManageMyHealth* by selecting “Flu Clinic” as provider or by ringing reception on 07 312 5340 

**Casual patients are welcome, please advice reception.**

Click here for more information and available dates

Annual Medication & Wellbeing Reviews

We encourage all patients to have a yearly Medication & Wellbeing Review. It’s a chance to check in on your health, review your medications, and support your overall wellbeing.

You're always welcome to request repeat prescriptions without a review if you're feeling well and stable.

During your review, we'll go over your medications, discuss your health, and agree together on a treatment plan and future script schedule.

If you'd like to talk about a few other health concerns at the same time, we recommend booking a double appointment (30 minutes) so there’s enough time to cover everything properly.

You can order repeat scripts using:

• Manage My Health (MMH) portal

• Call our Script Line

• Or contact Reception

Upcoming Change to Repeat Script Reviews

From next year, the government is allowing some patients to receive a full 12-month prescription without needing to request scripts every 3 months.

At our practice, we support this for patients with stable, long-term conditions who have an agreed treatment plan and regular reviews. For these patients, it means fewer calls for repeat prescriptions and more convenience.

However, for some patients—such as those with complex or changing health needs, multiple medications, or where closer monitoring is needed—we believe it remains important to have a Repeat Script Review every 3 months with our nurse or clinical team. This helps us keep your treatment safe and up to date.

We will continue to discuss and agree on the best plan with you during your Annual Medication & Wellbeing Review.

Weight Loss Medication – We Are Here to Support You

If you're considering weight loss medication, you're not alone — and you don’t have to do it alone. At our clinic, we offer a supportive, personalised program that combines safe medical treatment with lifestyle coaching and holistic care. Whether it’s Duromine, Contrave, Saxenda or Wegovy, we’ll work with you to find the option that fits your needs. 

How to Start Your Journey 
Begin with a double appointment with one of our GPs or Nurse Practitioners. In this first consult, we’ll discuss your health goals, medical history, lifestyle, and the options that may be right for you. We’ll also organise any relevant blood tests or observations to safely guide your care. 

From there, we partner with you every step of the way — through regular check-ins with our team, including nurses, GPs, and our Health Improvement Practitioner. Together, we’ll create a plan that supports not just weight loss, but long-term wellbeing.