Our Team
Riccarton Clinic has a large workforce and needs one to fill its roster, being open twelve hours per day and every day of the year. With thirty-four doctors, thirty- eight nurses, ten clinical support staff, thirteen administrators and seventeen reception staff, it's a big team but one which works hard to remain approachable and friendly.
Riccarton Clinic has a large workforce and needs one to fill its roster, being open twelve hours per day and every day of the year. With thirty-four doctors, thirty- eight nurses, ten clinical support staff, thirteen administrators and seventeen reception staff, it's a big team but one which works hard to remain approachable and friendly.
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Doctors
Most of our doctors have a group of patients that they see regularly and work closely with to manage their health concerns. In addition all of our doctors take it in turns to see walk-in patients so if you come in on a cold, winters afternoon you may see your normal GP or you may see a doctor you haven't met previously.
Nurses
Some of our nurses come from a background in acute medicine, some from a background in general practice, but within a short while they learn the other aspects of the role at Riccarton Clinic. Some develop a particular interest in a chronic disease and become nurse educators in that field, others become involved in delivery the orthopaedic services.
Reception
Our Reception team are likely to be the first face you meet and the one you say goodbye to when you leave. They are also the ones you will deal with on the phone, they take over 400 calls every day.
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Dr Shihomi Ogawa
MBChB,FRNZCGP
Dr Shihomi Ogawa is not currently taking on new patients.
Shihomi originally from Japan moved to New Zealand in 2002 where she graduated from Otago University in 2009. After working in a variety of medical areas she joined us at the clinic in 2016.
Shihomi speaks Japanese as well as being fluent in English.
When Shihomi isn't working she likes to unwind by listening to Japanese Music, Cooking and Travel.
My specialties
- General Practice
- Paediatrics
Dr James Broadbent
MBChB, FRNZCGP, PGDip Travel Medicine
Dr James Broadbent is not currently taking on new patients.
James was born in New Zealand and graduated from Auckland University in 1996. He has worked at a variety of medical institutions before joining the team at Riccarton Clinic.
When not hard at work he enjoys being with his family, skiing and anything that involves the great outdoors.
My specialties
- Allergy Treatment
- General Practice
- Travel Medicine
Dr Katie Carter
MBChB, FRNZCGP
Dr Katie Carter is not currently taking on new patients.
Katie a born and bred Kiwi graduated from Otago University in 2006, she has worked at variety of medical institutions.
Katie joined our team at Riccarton Clinic in 2011.
Katie unwinds by taking Zumba classes and Mountain Biking.
My specialties
- General Practice
Dr Ruth Todd
MBChB, B Med M Epidemiology, FRNZCGP
Dr Ruth Todd is not currently taking on new patients.
Ruth was born and grew up in rural Australia where she graduated from Newcastle University Australia, working mainly in Queensland and the Northern Territory she moved to New Zealand with her family in 1996.
She has worked in a diverse range of practices including urban, rural/remote, Aboriginal, Pacific Island and University Health Services.
When not working she enjoys the outdoors - tramping, skiing, swimming and gardening.
My specialties
- Diabetes
- General Practice
- Respiratory Disease
- Urgent Care
- Women's Health
Dr Elodie Mazoyer
DCEM1,2,3 DES
Dr Elodie Mazoyer is not currently taking on new patients.
Dr Elodie Mazoyer was born in France and completed her medical degree at the Université Pierre et Marie Curie in Paris. She has worked in Paris and different African countries doing AID work and research before moving to New Zealand in 2010 with her kiwi partner.
Elodie worked at the Christchurch Hospital having completed a Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. She is interested in a broad range of conditions within General Practice.
Elodie's native language is French but she speaks fluent English and very basic German and Spanish.
When not working, Elodie enjoys outdoors and social activities with her family and friends.
My specialties
- Elder Care
- General Practice
- Mental Health
- Minor Surgery
- Paediatrics
- Women's Health
Dr Alisdair Webb
MBBS, FRNZCGP, Dip Obs Gyn
Dr Alisdair Webb is not currently taking on new patients.
Alisdair Webb was born in the UK where he graduated from The University of London, England. After working within the medical field in the UK he moved to New Zealand in 2001 joining our team at Riccarton Clinic in 2014. He became a director of the Clinic in 2016 and later became a Medical Director in 2020.
When not at work Alisdair is keen on swimming and music.
My specialties
- Allergy Treatment
- General Practice
- Men's Health
- Minor Surgery
- Women's Health
Dr Alistair Blomley
MBBS, MRCGP, FAMPA, FRNZCGP, FRNZCUC
Dr Alistair Blomley is not currently taking on new patients.
Alistair was born in the UK, graduating from Newcastle University in 1994, after undergoing general practice training he then emigrated to Christchurch in 2000 where he has worked in Urgent Care and General Practice. Alistair joined Riccarton Clinic in 2002 and later became a Medical Director in 2009.
His main medical interests are in injury management and other aspects of acute care.
When not at work Alistair enjoys spending time with his wife and two teenage children and likes to keep fit by road cycling, mountain biking and running.
My specialties
- General Practice
- Men's Health
- Minor Surgery
- Orthopaedics
- Sports Injury
- Wound Management
Dr Andrew Backhouse
MBChB, Dip Obst, FRNZCGP
Dr Andrew Backhouse is not currently taking on new patients.
Andrew was born in the UK and graduating from Leeds University in the UK, he came to NZ for a year long OE and loved it so much he came back after completing exams and further training. He found that medicine is a great way to experience working in interesting places, he has worked in Whanganui, Palmerston North, the West Coast, Scotland and now Christchurch. Andrew joined Riccarton Clinic in 2013.
When not hard at work he spends time with his wife and two children. He is keen on outdoor sports such as cycling, tramping, running and kayaking, particularly if the family come too.
My specialties
- General Practice
- Minor Surgery
Dr Angus Chambers
MBCHB, FRNZCGP, RNZCGP
Dr Angus Chambers is not currently taking on new patients.
Angus was born in the UK but moved to New Zealand when he was still a young child. He graduated from Otago University in 1987, after working in a variety of hospital roles he joined the team at Riccarton Clinic as a GP in 1993. Later he became a director in 2000 when he, Dr David Anderson and Dr Greshame Carr took the business over from Charlie Baycroft and Andrew Gin.
When not working he likes to spend time with his family but also enjoys music, landscaping and is passionate about conservation.
My specialties
- General Practice
- Medico-Legal
- Minor Surgery
- Wound Management
Dr Anthony Ting
Dr Anthony Ting MBChB, RNZCGP
Dr Anthony Ting is not currently taking on new patients.
Anthony was born in Malaysia, he graduated from Otago University in 2005, he has worked in a variety of medical institutions joining our team at Riccarton Clinic 2011.
Anthony speaks Malaysian (Chinese) as well as being fluent in English.
Anthony unwinds by spending time with his friends and family.
My specialties
- General Practice
Dr Eleri Clissold
My specialties
- General Practice
Dr Jason Pryke
MBBS, DCH, DRCOG, MRCGP, FRNZCGP
Dr Jason Prkye is not currently taking on new patients.
Jason was born in the UK where he graduated from The Royal Free Hospital London. He has worked in various medical establishments, emigrating to New Zealand in 2002. Jason became a director of the clinic in 2012.
When not at work he enjoys spending time with his family. He likes to unwind by tramping, exercising, reading and listening to music.
My specialties
- Dermatology
- Diabetes
- Elder Health
- General Practice
- Mental Health
- Minor Surgery
- Neurology
- Paediatrics
- Respiratory Disease
Dr Katie Webster
MBChB, FRNZCGP, DipObsGyn
Katie was born in Christchurch and graduated from The University of Otago in 2016. Katie joined our team in December 2018. She has worked in rural and urban practices and has a special interest in women's health.
When not at work she enjoys coming up with new ways to entertain her 3 young children and spending time with friends and family.My specialties
- General Practice
- Paediatrics
- Women's Health
Dr Sneha Nanjundaswamy
MBBS, PG Certificate in Womens Health
Sneha was born in India and graduated from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences, India. Sneha emigrated to New Zealand 2011 and has worked in a variety of hospital roles. She joined the team in 2016. Sneha speaks Hindi and is fluent in English.
Sneha likes to unwind by playing basketball, Throw Ball, athletics and Indian dance forms.
My specialties
- General Practice
- Paediatrics
- Women's Health
Dr Andrea Goebel
MBChB, FRNZCGP, Dip Dermotology (Australia)
Dr Andrea Goebel works in our Urgent Care department and does not take patient enrolments.
My specialties
- Allergy Treatment
- Urgent Care
Dr Alice Kuo
MBChB
Dr Alice Kuo works in our Urgent Care department and does not take patient enrolments.
My specialties
- Urgent Care
Morag Lawson
Morag Graduated in 2002 in Scotland, moved to NZ in 2005.
Morag completed her Master's in nursing through Auckland University and gained Nurse Practitioner in 2017.
She has worked in a variety of urban, rural and remote Emergency and community settings.
Interests in emergency, urgent care, orthopaedics, womans health and paediatrics.Scott Deaton
Scott has been working with us in the Urgent Care Clinic since September 2022. He is very competent and knowledgeable in managing acute injury and medical issues.
Physician Associates (PA) — or "Physician Assistants" as they're known in other parts of the world — are highly-trained medical professionals.
PAs practice medicine in collaboration with and under the license of their supervising Doctors. Their scope of practice varies depending on where they practice and the scope of their supervising doctor(s).
Dr Moran Sinik
Dr Sinik has joined the team as a General Practitioner
Drawn to New Zealand's breathtaking natural beauty after completing my GP training overseas, I made the exciting decision to call this stunning country home.
This passion for nature aligns with my commitment to promoting a healthy lifestyle for my patients.
I have particular interests in childcare and in skin cancer - diagnosis and surgery, combining my love for medicine with a focus on preventative care.
I welcome patients of all ages, and I look forward to building long-lasting relationships with my patients.
Dr Mathew Hobbs
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I'm originally from Dunedin; I studied Neuroscience at Otago initially then Medicine Graduating in 2012. Since then I've completed my fellowship in general practice and have also a professional diploma in skin cancer medicine. At work I enjoy getting to know families of patients and removing skin cancers. Outside of work I enjoy turning my capsized dinghy the right way back up.
Mathew HobbsGenevive Brebner
Dr Rebecca Fisher
Dr Pedram Zawerreza
Dr Rahul Raman
Dr Christina McManus
Dr Hannah Hurst
Naomi Le Couteur
A Health Coach can offer practical assistance with
Holistic health and wellbeing changes
All appointments are free of charge
You can book appointments with me on the days I am in clinic, just come and introduce enrolled individuals and/or families to me in a warm handover slot or book them in. They can also call early on the day and make an appointment the same day via our reception team. Health Coaches can help individuals and families gain knowledge, skills, tools, and the confidence to take an active part in their health, helping them reach their overall health goals.
Gabby Lennon
A Health Coach can offer practical assistance with
Holistic health and wellbeing changes
All appointments are free of charge
Dr Louis Lim
Dr John Gibbins
John is a sports medicine registrar who'll be joining us for an additional fracture clinic on a Wednesday
Dr Zoe Pindar
John Robinson
Working in concert with your GP and alongside our awesome Health Coaches John offers short term support to people wanting to improve the quality of their lives by addressing stress and problems of living.
Typically this involves helping people access their many strengths to lessen psychological barriers to physical, mental and social well-being. Sessions take no more than 30 minutes and sometimes people choose to book follow-up sessions as they build their confidence to make changes towards their health goals.
John has worked in Health, Social Services and Education since 1986 and outside of work enjoys swimming, cycling and the guitar.