Marlborough’s lifestyle and culture has drawn Dr Edward Hutchins back to the region after he first worked at Wairau Hospital as a junior doctor in 2006.
He returned after training as an ophthalmologist and gaining experience in Queensland in cataract surgery, retinal surgery, corneal graft surgery and ocular oncology.
“We enjoyed our recent stint in Queensland but, ultimately, my family and I didn’t want to miss out on the unique New Zealand experience I was lucky to have while growing up in the South Island.”
Since February 2019, Ed has enjoyed helping patients as a corneal and cataract surgeon at Wellington Public Hospital and in Blenheim.
In Marlborough, he practices both at his new facilities at the Churchill Specialist Centre and for Nelson Marlborough Health.
He says his new practice at Churchill Specialist Centre has the best available modern equipment, offering a comprehensive service for a wide range of ocular conditions.
“It’s a first class centre, tailored to getting optimum results for surgery and, importantly, early detection of macular disease and glaucoma.”
Ed is a keen fisherman and enjoys spending his days off chasing kahawai and kingfish in Wellington harbour, particularly in summer.
“I also enjoy fishing at the Wairau Bar and we’ve had some really special times as a family on our yacht in the Marlborough Sounds.”
Ed looks forward to meeting new patients and working with them to ensure they can also enjoy the great lifestyle Marlborough offers.
