Catherine brings over two decades of healthcare experience in a variety of settings, including 14 years as a General Practitioner. Locally trained (Dunedin and Christchurch) and with a passion for Women’s Health, Youth and Transgender Healthcare, Indigenous Healthcare, Mental Wellbeing, and Lifestyle Health, she is committed to enhancing services and fostering a sustainable work environment for the Phoenix team. Outside of her professional life, she finds energy in the great outdoors and loves being surrounded by trees and mountains, whether she’s camping, tramping, trail running, or mountain biking.
Robin has been a nurse for over 15 years and currently serves as a Designated Nurse Prescriber. She is continuing her studies and is on the path to becoming a Nurse Practitioner. Robin enjoys working with families and individuals, building relationships with people to provide long term, good quality continuity of care. She has done additional training in diabetes management to provide support and care to people who are living with diabetes, which is her passion.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her children and family, cooking, gardening, and going for a walk or run in the hills.
Claire is passionate about primary/preventative health in the community & enjoys building patient-therapeutic relationships across the lifespan. In her spare time she enjoys exploring walking trails or starting a new craft project. She has been an integral part of the awesome team at Phoenix Health Hub, where she also supports the ear wax removal clinic and Rolleston Site.
I have worked as a registered nurse in the hospitals here and in England, mainly Emergency and Surgical Medicine. I started Practice nursing after having my children. I really enjoy having the continuity of care that Primary Health has. I love the outdoors and walking my dog.
I have worked as a registered nurse for 43 years in the UK and NZ in varying specialties. I love primary care nursing, every day is different and rewarding. I now work here as a health care assistant as part of an amazing multidisciplinary team. Home is at the Banks Peninsula, a beautiful place to enjoy the outdoors and adventures with friends and family.
Swapna, our highly experienced ear technician, is known for her friendly demeanour and attention to detail. Her expertise in the microsuction technique guarantees a safe and effective treatment for removing ear wax.
Hannah has extensive experience having worked in the UK as a medical receptionist for two years. She is thrilled to be in New Zealand and has been a committed member of the Phoenix Health Hub team for quite some time.
Amanda completed her Bachelor of Counselling at Bond University on the Gold Coast, Australia. Amanda’s counselling career involved working primarily with adults, couples or children both in, and in jeopardy of becoming part of, the foster care system. After 20 years living in Australia, Amanda moved back to Christchurch and began working as an EAP Counsellor then in Brief Intervention Talk Therapy, before becoming registered as a Health Improvement Practitioner (HIP).
The HIP is part of the General Practice team and sees people of all ages and stages of life, who are experiencing problems that are impacting on daily function and wellbeing. The HIP can support you to make a behavioural change plan based on the issue that is most important to you at the time of being seen. Some areas where a HIP can support you: Stress, anxiety and depression, Sleep problems, Finding meaning and purpose, living with chronic health conditions, Family violence, Healthy relationships, Behavioural challenges in children, Healthy lifestyles, Connecting with community/social services.
Gloria has a passion for providing patient-centred care and enjoys building relationships with individuals and whānau across all stages of life. In her spare time she enjoys sport and the outdoors.
Tori is a registered nurse with experience in general practice, occupational health and clinical trials. She is passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered care and promoting health and wellbeing in diverse communities. Outside of work, she enjoys being outside, sport, hikes and travel.
Karen emigrated to New Zealand from the UK in 2006, having been a Registered Nurse since leaving school many years ago. She began her occupational health career in 1999 and still enjoys this specialty, helping to ensure or improve the health of individuals in a variety of workplaces. As the Occupational Health Nurse Manager, she is responsible for the management and specialist clinical care and nursing practices in the unit. Outside of work, she enjoys golf, planning her next travel adventure, and catching up with her sons and grandson.
Rosa has extensive experience and expertise in workplace health and safety. She excels in developing and implementing comprehensive occupational health programs tailored to diverse workplace environments.
Ruth commenced Occupational Health Nursing around 2002, after working in a variety of health settings as a registered nurse. She attained a Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health and Safety from Massey University and has worked alongside a variety of firms from office to industrial company settings. She has a genuine interest in people and what they do for employment. Ruth’s pastime interests are tramping, jogging, gardening, reading and craft.
With over 15 years of experience working in the health sector including time training as an osteopath my entrepreneurial flare has been central to the growth of Phoenix Healthcare Group. I enjoy spending time at the gym to stay in shape and visiting new places in New Zealand and around the globe. I love business and new ideas on how to improve people’s quality of life.
Claire is an experienced and strategic operational leader with a distinguished career spanning various significant roles. Her extensive experience and leadership have honed her skills in managing complex operations and steering organisations towards excellence.
Neha moved to New Zealand shortly after finishing her Accounting master’s degree in the UK. She is passionate about collaborating with people and building lasting relationships. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering for early childhood learning at the Central Library and supporting the elderly and disabled.
Chenoa is a dedicated practice manager with over 20 years experience in health administration. She has a passion for quality health service delivery, especially in primary care.
Hello there! I’m Sharon, a fervent believer in the untapped capabilities that reside within individuals, especially in the realm of human potential. As a HRBP, my purpose is to guide and inspire others to unlock their latent strengths and unleash human potential! I have clocked up 27 years’ experience across the human service sector in servant/leadership. Manaaki i te katoa engari whaiwhai whakangahau. (Care for the people while having fun!)
Raghav is responsible for overseas operations, looking after Health N Home in Australia. He brings a strategic and results-oriented approach to managing complex, cross-functional teams. Currently based in Christchurch, he oversees the delivery of high-quality services for NDIS, DVA, iCare, NIISQ, and iCare clients. His approach centres on innovation, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering exceptional value to clients and partners.
