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PRACTICE NURSES

Kia Ora, I am in my 26th year of nursing with the last 10 years being at Otorohanga Medical.  I was born and bred at Hangatiki where my parents and oldest brother still run the family farm. I worked overseas for several years before coming home and settling down.  I am passionate about looking after our community and creating a welcoming, supportive environment for our patients. Outside of work I like being outside whether that is gardening, tramping or hanging out in Kawhia (my calming place) and doing all of those things with my family and friends

Born and raised in Te Awamutu, I’m proud to support the health needs of my community as a Designated Registered Nurse Prescriber. I have a special interest in respiratory health and enjoy all aspects of nursing, from acute concerns to ongoing wellbeing care. Outside of work, you’ll find me at BFT or spending quality time with my young family.

I joined Ōtorohanga Medical in 2022 and really enjoy working in the same community I live in.  

I have been nursing for many years, and have worked in a variety of roles, although most of my career has been in Prison Health Services.

I have an interest in Palliative/End of life Care, and in Mens Health.

I started my nursing career in a regional burns and plastics unit based at Waikato hospital before moving into rural practice nursing.  A big part of the decision to move into a different area of nursing was the family connections I have in Ōtorohanga and that I whakapapa to the local iwi. Due to my background I have a special interest in wounds and burn management, as well as Maori health. Outside of work I enjoy spending time outside with my family, friends and dog Finn.

Kia Ora my name is Katrina. I started working at Ōtorohanga Medical in February 2025 as a new graduate nurse. I love getting to know our patients and learning something new everyday. I’m eager to keep learning and growing as a nurse and intend on strengthening my knowledge in multiple areas.

Ko Te Tuhi o Te Ao Marama te maunga

Ko Mangapu te awa

Ko Tainui te waka

Ko Ngāti Maniapoto te iwi

Ko Ngāti Kinohaku te hapu

Ko Oparure te marae

He Neehi ahau

Ko Mahina Joseph-Small Toku ingoa

I was born in Te Kuiti, raised and schooled in Piopio.

I nursed for many years abroad and then returned back to Aotearoa.

It is a privilege to work with likeminded colleagues,
who are here to serve our rohe to the best of our ability.

Born and bred in Te Awamutu, I’m enjoying getting to know the beautiful Ōtorohanga community. I joined Oto Med in 2023 as a practice nurse, with a special interest in diabetes care. I find great satisfaction in supporting people to feel empowered, learn more about their health, and take charge of their wellbeing, and in seeing those skills and knowledge shared with their friends and whānau. Outside of work, you'll usually find me in or on the ocean, or spending quality time with friends and whānau.

Sharon is a resident of Ōtorohanga. She is a seasoned practice nurse with over 25 years of experience. Her interests include Women's Health, Child and Adolescent Health as well as Diabetes.

Ōtorohanga has been my home for over 30 years. Originally I worked in the community as a District Nurse then joined Ōtorohanga Medical as a Practice Nurse where I have worked for many years, enjoying all aspects of nursing with a special interest in Vaccinations, Cold Chain and also Infection Control.