Rural Health Scholarship recipients reflect on their first year
Holly Pickery, AUT, Paramedicine “What an amazing experience this year has been and thank you for the opportunity. My highlight of my paramedic studies has been the hands on learning, which I’ve had the opportunity to apply it in my practical placements and work...
Carrie Bryers – from bedside care to making an impact on public health policies and practices
Carrie Bryer is a former nursing and medical student who transitioned to a public health physician and medical officer of health. Read her journey from bedside care to community health advocacy, and how she is making an impact on public health policies and practices....
NZ Herald news story: Tairāwhiti rangatahi Lena Keenan inspired to improve healthcare for rural communities
Tairāwhiti rangatahi Lena Keenan hopes to one day help fill the gaps in the health system by providing consistent care along the East Coast. This dream is becoming reality for the Year 13 Tolaga Bay Area School student after spending a week experiencing first-hand...
Three paths, shared impact – Mobile Surgical clinical staff volunteers in Fiji
Three dedicated clinical staff members recently returned from an eye-opening volunteering trip to Fiji to provide health services and training to local communities. Each representing a different volunteer-based organisation, and supported by Mobile Surgical, Stacey...