Goodbye Laura We have had the privilege of working with Laura these last few months. It was great to have her on board. We wish her well with her future career in the North Island So true….
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Influenza arrives early in 2019
Influenza Seasonal Influenza viruses (H3N2; H1N1) are currently circulating in Otago and Southland communities including among health care staff. This is much earlier in the year than the usual winter influenza season in July and peaking in August We hope to start delivering vaccinations as soon ...
Measles Outbreak in Canterbury
Measles There has now been a second confirmed case of measles in Southern DHB. The person involved had recently travelled to Dunedin from Christchurch, so the case is connected to those in Canterbury. Contact tracing is underway. Health care workers – please check your own immunisation status. ...
Reduction of the cost of a GP visit to $18.50 for Community Service Card holders
ZERO FEES FOR UNDER 14’S LOWER FEES FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE CARD (CSC) HOLDERS We welcome the government and DHB’s plans to make General Practice appointments more affordable. From 1 Dec 2018 standard consultations for children under age 14 years are fully subsidised. There may still be a cost ...
Manage My Health – rollout
What is Manage My Health? ManageMyHealth (MMH) is an online secure messaging system that allows you to communicate with Vercoe Brown. With your approval, MMH uploads your personal health information from Verceo Brown’s computer system. It then allows you to access your personal health information...
Goodbye from Janelle, Practice Nurse since 2013
Goodbye from Janelle, Practice Nurse since 2013 I have really enjoyed my time being part of the team at Vercoe Brown since 2013. I have loved looking after many of the patients of the practice. My decision to leave was not take lightly but is the right decision for myself and my family. I now […]...

Invercargill Family Doctors
We are an established medical practice in Invercargill, NZ. We are passionate about general practice, & are committed to resolving medical issues when you are sick & working with you to cultivate wellness. We maintain our skills & knowledge to provide you with the best possible care & evidence-b...