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We are delighted to welcome Dr Vinny Karunasekera back to our team. Vinny has previously worked here while he was completing his GP Registrar training under Dr Brett Mann. Vinny..

We are very sad to see Dr Brett Mann leave our team but wish him all the best for the next chapter in his life.  Brett has made a positive..

We are now offering Covid-19 Vaccinations at the Ilam Medical Centre. If you meet the below criteria, and it has been at least 6months since your last covid-19 vaccination, and..

We have clinics open for bookings from Tuesday 2nd April, 2024. Please call reception to make an appointment, or book through your online Portal account.   We will be running..

We no longer require patients to wear masks in the practice. Patients will still be screened for respiratory symptoms.  Anyone experiencing a cough, runny nose, sneezing or Flu symptoms will..

Meningococcal disease is caused by the bacterium Neisseria meningitidis. At least 12 groups/strains of this have been identified, including A, B, C, X, Y,  and W. In New Zealand over..

Unfortunately we are unable to take any new patients currently. Our numbers have increased over 2022, to a such a level that we must ensure that we provide the level..

Appointments are now available for Flu Vaccinations. Bookings can be made over the phone.   Why is the influenza vaccination important this year? This year, as COVID-19 restrictions ease and..

Good advice for managing fever in young children. Here is a great article that appeared recently in the Christchurch Press. It contains some excellent advice from a paediatrician for parents..