General Practitioners
Dr Roger Dehn - Partner GP
Dr Emily Bridson
I enjoy the variety of General Practice and the diagnostic process, including managing more urgent medical problems, while being in a position to work with you towards prevention and holistic wellbeing. Skin cancer medicine and surgery is a strong interest for me, as it allows us to treat skin cancers early and provide peace of mind. This is important in New Zealand with our high rates of skin cancer. I have completed several foundation certificates in skin cancer assessment, medicine and surgery, and am currently working towards the Skin Cancer College of Australasia Advanced Clinical Certificate of Dermoscopy (this focuses on assessing moles for their risk of skin cancer). While I’m not at work I enjoy cycling, gardening, walking my dog and family time. I look forward to meeting you and helping with your general health and mole check needs.
Dr Catherine Forshaw
Dr Catherine Forshaw is a British-trained GP, who now resides in Christchurch and works as a General Practitioner. She earned her Medical Degree in 2008 (MBBS) from the University College London (UCL). Catherine completed her GP training and became a Member of the Royal College of GPs (MRCGP) in 2015 after spending several years in NHS. She has a postgraduate diploma in Sexual Health and Reproductive Health and is a qualified Menopause Society Certified Practitioner and member with the Menopause Society. She is a keen runner and also understands what it is like to manage a busy work life whilst raising children. She is very motivated to help women navigate through mid-life challenges.
Wellbeing Team
Sarah - Health Coach
Sarah is available in the practice Mondays & Wednesdays. She is qualified in Natural Medicine and adult education with experience in Health Coaching, she is passionate about supporting people to enhance their health through evidence-based lifestyle and nutrition changes. She enjoys creating a safe space for people to feel heard and supported, working with them toward their goals. Outside of work, she loves getting outdoors and spending time in nature to recharge, playing the piano, listening to music and spending time with family and friends. Health Coaches can help individuals and families gain knowledge, skills, tools, and confidence they need to take an active part in their health and help them reach their overall health goals. Sarah can offer practical assistance with stress, making changes to health behaviours that impact diabetes (pre-diabetes), asthma, gout, sleep, high cholesterol, high and low blood pressure, any other heart health concerns as well as parenting support. All appointments are free of charge.
Administration
Karin - Practice Manager
Penny
Karyn
Jan - Assistant Manager
Angela
Kirsty
Di
Nurses
Jackie
Lucie Cooper - Lead Nurse
Abbey
Lindy