ArticlePeopleEquity
23 October 2024
Remoteness no barrier for iwi
When Rongomaiwahine Iwi Trust and Pinnacle signed a formal agreement in February to promote the iwi’s hauora ora aspirations in the community it felt historic.
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The latest news, stories and updates from across Pinnacle and our network, including blogs and reflections on primary care and community health.
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ArticlePracticesPeople
20 October 2024
Partnerships behind pā clinic’s success
The success of a marae-based health clinic at Mangatoatoa Pā, just inside the King Country boundary near the banks of the Pūniu River, shows the power of collaboration.
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ArticlePeoplePractices
6 October 2024
50 years’ service to Taupō
Taupō Medical Centre’s Jean Chegwidden followed the leader when she decided to become a nurse.
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ArticlePracticesPeople
2 October 2024
It’s time to go, says Sally
Mention the word retirement to Sally Davies and she quickly responds by saying she is still working a day a week but come December that will be it.
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ArticlePracticesRural
14 August 2024
New Extended Care Paramedic service supports primary care in Northern Coromandel
A new Extended Care Paramedic (ECP) initiative has been launched in Northern Coromandel in response to community-identified health needs developed through locality planning and partnerships.
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ArticlePracticesPeople
16 July 2024
Strategic partnership with K'aute Pasifika
This week we are announcing a strategic partnership between Pinnacle Incorporated and K'aute Pasifika, forming a new venture named Fatu Lalaga. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our shared commitment to provide excellent and equitable healthcare for Pacific, Māori, and priority populations.
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ArticlePracticesPeople
16 May 2024
World Family Doctor Day | 19 May 2024
World Family Doctor Day, on Sunday 19 May, is an occasion to highlight the intrinsic connection between the health of our planet and the wellbeing of our patients, emphasising the critical role primary healthcare can play in promoting sustainable health practices. We hope you enjoy this quick video message from our clinical director, Dr Jo Scott-Jones.
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ArticlePracticesPeople
11 May 2024
Celebrating International Nurses Day and Mother's Day
On Sunday 12 May we celebrate International Nurses Day to remember Florence Nightingale, the Mother of Modern Nursing, and her many contributions to our profession. It’s appropriate that this year on the same day, we also celebrate Mother's Day.
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