Under alert level 2, Churchill Hospital and Specialist Centre remains open for all clinic consultations and elective surgery. It remains important we have measures in place to ensure the work we undertake can be done so safely, both for staff and specialists as well as our patients. Clinic Consultations, X-ray and Ultrasound - what you need to know Physical Distancing Our waiting rooms have limited capacityPlease remain in your vehicle and only enter our facility at your nominated … [Read more...] about Alert Level 2 – COVID-19
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Alert Level 1 – COVID-19
Churchill Hospital and Specialist Centre are pleased to welcome you to our facilities. As always, we remain mindful of the health and wellbeing of our patients, clients, staff and visitors. Please take a moment to read the following: Clinic Consultations, X-ray and Ultrasound - what you need to know On arrival A QR code is available for those wishing to use the COVID tracker app.Please use the hand sanitiser provided. Unwell? If you have cold or flu-like symptoms please call to … [Read more...] about Alert Level 1 – COVID-19
Alert Level 2 – COVID-19
Under Alert Level 2, Churchill Hospital and Specialist Centre remain open for all clinic consultations and elective surgery. It remains important we have measures in place to ensure the work we undertake can be done so safely, both for staff and specialists as well as our patients. Clinic Consultations, X-ray and Ultrasound - what you need to know Physical Distancing Our waiting rooms have limited capacityPlease remain in your vehicle and only enter our facility at your nominated … [Read more...] about Alert Level 2 – COVID-19
Important Notice – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Help us keep our patients and staff safe We will be asking relevant questions and temperature screening people as they enter our facilities. We thank you in advance for your co-operation. Should you be coming into our facilities at this time? People over 70 or with existing medical conditions Currently those over 70 or those with existing medical conditions are advised to stay at home. Surgery BookingsSurgery bookings for people over 70 or with existing medical … [Read more...] about Important Notice – Coronavirus (COVID-19)
New ophthalmologist for Marlborough
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 … [Read more...] about New ophthalmologist for Marlborough
New Operating Theatre to be Built
The Board of Churchill Private Hospital has entered into a Heads of Agreement with the Nelson Marlborough District Health Board (NMDHB) to construct the new theatre. The new theatre will be owned by Churchill and will be part of the existing Wairau Hospital Theatre complex. This means that both public and private patients will benefit from an increase in operating theatre capacity in the region. … [Read more...] about New Operating Theatre to be Built