Services
Pihanga Health provides comprehensive rural primary healthcare for Tūrangi and the Southern Lakes communities. Service availability may depend on enrolment, clinician availability, clinical assessment, eligibility and funding.
General healthcare
Our doctors, nurse practitioners and nursing team provide assessment, advice and treatment for a wide range of health concerns, including:
New illnesses and symptoms
Minor injuries
Ongoing or recurring health problems
Medication reviews
Preventative healthcare
Referrals to specialist or community services
Care for patients of different ages and stages of life
Nursing care
Nursing appointments may include:
Wound care and dressings
Blood-pressure checks
Immunisations
Cervical screening
Health education
Long-term condition monitoring
Follow-up care
Selected tests and procedures
Please tell reception what the appointment is for so that enough time can be arranged and any equipment can be prepared.
Long-term condition care
Our team supports people living with conditions such as:
Diabetes
Cardiovascular disease
High blood pressure
Asthma
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Other ongoing or complex conditions
Care may include regular checks, agreed health goals, blood tests, medication review, education and referrals to other services.
Immunisations
Vaccination services may include:
Childhood immunisations
Influenza vaccination
Pregnancy vaccination
MMR
Tetanus, diphtheria and whooping cough
HPV
Meningococcal vaccination
Shingles vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination
Catch-up immunisation
Eligibility, funding and availability vary. Contact the practice to check which vaccinations are available and whether a fee applies.
Screening and preventative care
Services may include:
Cervical screening
General health checks
Cardiovascular risk assessment
Diabetes monitoring
Blood-pressure checks
Preventative health advice
Rheumatic-fever prevention and throat testing
Women’s health and contraception
Available care may include:
Cervical screening
Contraception advice
Jadelle insertion and removal
IUD insertion and removal
General women’s healthcare
Some procedures require a specially trained clinician and may not be available at every appointment.
Tests and minor procedures
Depending on clinical need and availability, Pihanga Health may provide:
ECG heart testing
Spirometry or peak-flow testing
Blood and urine testing
Liquid-nitrogen treatment
Minor skin procedures
Biopsies or removal of selected lesions
Ingrown toenail procedures
Assessment and treatment of minor injuries
Telephone and video care
A telephone or video consultation may be appropriate when a physical examination is not immediately required. The clinician may recommend an in-person appointment if this is needed to assess you safely.