When Chris first came to Oamaru in December 2007, he intended to stay for a year. More than a decade later, he doesn't even spend a thought on going back to Germany. New Zealand, the South Island and Oamaru are close to his heart, and so are his patients. Chris has worked as a GP in Oamaru since he arrived. Having his own medical centre is something he is really excited about. Oamaru Doctors opened its doors on May 1, 2015. His wife Dagmar is thrilled for him: "Chris loves what he is doing and starting his own practice is a dream come true." The couple and their two children live on a lifestyle block just out of town and do enjoy peace and freedom with their horses and their dogs. Horses are Chris's passion and he doesn't give up thinking about competing again, as he did back home in Germany. Chris graduated from Heidelberg University in 1998 and became a German GP fellow in 2002. In 2014 he attained Fellowship of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners. Before the family came out to New Zealand Chris was an army doctor, based at the French border and working in trouble spots all over the world. Chris has recently completed the SCCA (Skin Cancer College Australasia) Advanced Certificate in both Minor Surgery and Dermoscopy. In 2018 he was invited to take over the Minor Surgical Clinic at the Oamaru Hospital; Chris enjoys helping local patients to receive appropriate investigation and treatment in a timely manner without having to travel to Dunedin. Chris is looking forward to welcoming you at Oamaru Doctors and invites you to approach him personally if something worries or troubles you with regards to the day-to-day business at Oamaru's newest GP practice.

I’m from Lancashire, but the running joke from my family is that I keep finding places far away from Lancashire to live. I studied medicine in Devon before moving to the North East of Scotland (opposite end of the UK) to complete training; and now, I’ve moved to the opposite side of the world for a year! I’m excited to be in Ōamaru. I’m looking forward to getting to know the community and discover the local area. I’ve been to New Zealand twice before (2014 and 2018) but never explored this part of the South Island.

I did my GP training in Moray (Scotland) and worked in various specialties in a semi-rural district hospital. I like paediatrics, palliative care and diabetes; and hope to develop special interests and further qualifications in these areas in my career. Overall, I enjoy general practice and the variety it offers – no two GP’s, practices or days in the job are the same! I find it’s a privilege to build a continuing rapport with patients and be part of their journey through the healthcare system.

Outside of work, the thing that matters most to me are my family and friends. I enjoy gaining new experiences, making my own little traditions and dancing. I’m always up for a Ceilidh!

My name is Sabrina and I'm excited to be one of the GPs at Ōamaru Doctors.
I was born and raised in the Netherlands, and graduated Medical School from Utrecht University in 2011 and became a Dutch GP fellow in 2016 and New Zealand GP fellow in 2024.
I love my work as a GP, especially the fact that I'm able to treat a patient and their whānau as a whole, during every phase of their lives, from their first 6-weeks check, till their last breath, to share happy and sad moments. I have a special interest in paediatrics and women's health and palliative care.
My faith in Jesus guides me every day to give the best possible care to my patients, to help them improve their physical health and their mental and spiritual wellbeing.

I met my husband Chad in Malawi and together we have 4 children. Together we lived in the Netherlands and Canada and since 4 years we call New Zealand our home. I enjoy living out my faith in our church, spending time with my family, crafting and tramping.

Asking her what she enjoys most about being a nurse, Claire's answer comes instantly: "I enjoy the variety of work I do in a day and working with everyone from the very young to the elderly." Claire has been in Primary Health Care for most of her professional life and is passionate about improving health outcomes. She trained in the UK and came to New Zealand with her husband Dave, a Kiwi whom she met overseas. They live in coastal Kakanui. Dave and Claire have four grown-up children and are proud grandparents.
Primary Health Care has evolved tremendously during Claire's career with more nurse-led interventions promoting improved health outcomes for patients with current health problems or preventing health issues from arising.
But for Claire it all still comes down to the joy of meeting people, hearing their stories and helping them.

I have been a registered nurse for more than 30 years. During this time I have worked in acute medical and acute surgical areas, but my main focus has been in the care of the elderly, where I worked as Nurse manager of a rest home for 25 years.
I am passionate about providing care that is of a high professional standard, and that is delivered with genuine care and empathy.
I see nursing as a vocation not just a profession.
I am a committed Christian which governs the way I practice. I am keen to learn new skills and am committed to providing care that follows best practice.

I am a new graduate registered nurse. I recently finished studying my Nursing Degree through Otago Polytechnic and have lived in Dunedin for the last 3 years. During my time studying I was able to have nursing experience in acute surgical areas, aged care and primary healthcare. I am from Ōamaru, so I am glad to be back and able to provide nursing care whilst supporting the community.

In my spare time I enjoy spending time with family and friends, and spending time with my Border Collie (Ruby)!

I recently graduated with a bachelor's degree in nursing, and during this time, I gained skills in rural prime nurse settings, EDs, and aged care facilities - bringing me back to Ōamaru as a practice nurse, as I enjoy the diversity it brings. I have travelled to 30 different countries and am originally from Christchurch, but my fiancé has brought me further south to call farm life home, where we both enjoy all things outdoors! We have two fur children, Flopsy and Milly and we are both volunteer first responders for the local fire brigade in Glenavy. I look forward to meeting you all and being part of the North Otago community.

I am excited to be back in New Zealand and returning to Ōamaru Doctors, stepping into the Practice Manager role. I enjoy working alongside our great team and helping provide care to our community.
Between now and my last stint here, I lived and worked in the Republic of Ireland for 10 months before living back in Scotland for another few months. I enjoy travelling, baking and spending time with my friends and family.

Hi I’m Adele and I look forward to warmly welcoming you to Oamaru Doctors as part of the reception team. I am excited about my new job and love to help people and learn new skills.
My Husband Gary runs a hair salon business from our home and we have raised our 3 children plus 1 spoilt golden retriever girl, rabbits and cats. We have always enjoyed being actively involved in schooling and sporting pursuits. We enjoy being outdoors, spending time with our family and friends as well as lighting up our home for Christmas.

Hi, I am Stacey. I moved to Ōamaru 17 years ago with my son and I am excited to be part of the Ōamaru Doctors team. In my spare time I enjoy cake baking and decorating, I am also involved in the North Otago Athletics Club, currently as club president. I look forward to learning all that I can and helping people in the community.