What types of conditions are suitable for an online appointment?

As a full-service medical provider, we can assess and manage many common health concerns through an online appointment. Our doctors are trained in diagnosing medical issues and providing medical care remotely.

This handy table will help guide you to the best service for your needs

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Nationwide casual and enrolled patients

Auckland enrolled and casual patients

Urgent prescriptions

Urgent prescriptions

Off-work medical, certificate/sick note

Off-work medical, certificate/sick note

Cold and flu symptoms: Headache, migraine, fever, chills, sore throat, runny nose, congestion, facial tenderness and swelling, sinusitis

Cold and flu symptoms: Headache, migraine, fever, chills, sore throat, runny nose, congestion, facial tenderness and swelling, sinusitis

Burning/stinging when passing urine (UTI - urinary tract infection)

Burning/stinging when passing urine (UTI - urinary tract infection)

Skin irritations: Rash, bites, itching, eczema, acne etc

Skin irritations: Rash, bites, itching, eczema, acne etc

Eye issues: Swollen, red/pink, puffy, itchy, conjunctivitis

Eye issues: Swollen, red/pink, puffy, itchy, conjunctivitis

Hay fever and seasonal allergies

Hay fever and seasonal allergies

Constipation and diarrhoea

Constipation and diarrhoea

Vomiting

Vomiting

Acid reflux

Acid reflux

Stomach ache and Gastroenteritis (stomach flu)

Stomach ache and Gastroenteritis (stomach flu)

Sprains and strains

Sprains and strains

Emergency contraception

Sexual health: STI screening, contraception, reproductive issues, PrEP

*This service is not intended to replace your regular family doctor and is not suitable for WINZ certificates or urgent emergency situations.

Women’s health: Heavy, irregular menstrual bleeding, period pain, menopause

The prescribing of controlled medications such as strong pain killers, sedatives and stimulants require close monitoring by your regular GP. As a result these cannot normally be prescribed for casual patients.

Long term conditions: Chronic care management, smoking cessation, nutrition and weight management

Mental health: Mood and anxiety issues, mental health consultation

Labtests

Specialist referrals


In-clinic appointments - Auckland casual & enrolled patients

When to go to the emergency department - Nationwide patients

All of the above for online INCLUDING:

Suspected broken bones

WINZ certificates (Work and Income New Zealand certificates)

Breathlessness/short of breath

Licence medical (DL9)

Sudden allergic reaction

Pilot medical (NZ)

Severe chest pain

Immunisations

Severe bleeding, deep wounds, open wounds or laceration

ECG (Electrocardiogram)

Psychosis, delusions or suicidal thoughts

Earache

Persistent vomiting

Hearing tests

Severe abdominal pain

Liquid nitrogen (for certain skin conditions)

Traumatic head injury

Iron infusion

Inability to control bowel or bladder

Minor surgery

Severe headaches or dizziness

Skin checks

Sudden onset numbness or slurred speech

Diabetes annual review

Fainting spells

Blood pressure test

Poisoning

Ear wax removal

Severe burns

Mole checks & removals

Injuries causing severe pain

Wound dressing

Severe bruising or swelling

Toe surgery (ingrown toenail)

Sudden loss of vision or sensation

Removal of sutures/staples

Screenings: Cervical screening, prostate screening

Contraception: IUD/Mirena insertion & removal, Depo provera, Jadelle/Rod insertion & removal, pessary