Choose the Right Care Route Before You Travel
Check Bream Bay Medical Centre’s current phone number, opening hours, GP fees, online booking, new-patient enrolment and available services.
Use ManageMyHealth for suitable routine bookings. Phone reception for same-day concerns, vaccinations, procedures, several health issues or anything that is not clearly routine.
Quick Answer
Bream Bay Medical Centre is a family-centred GP practice at Shop 22, Ruakākā Town Centre. Healthpoint lists weekday and Saturday appointments, online booking, enrolled-patient fees, wheelchair access and current new-patient enrolment.
- Phone 09 432 8060 for booking help, same-day concerns, fees, enrolment or after-hours direction.
- Use ManageMyHealth for suitable routine online appointments.
- Enrolled children under 14 are listed as free for standard consultations.
- After closing, phone the main clinic number or use White Cross Whangārei when urgent in-person care is appropriate.
I Need To…
Choose the task that matches what you are trying to complete.
Phone Number, Address and Opening Hours
The clinic-reviewed Healthpoint listing was updated on 1 July 2026.
- Main phone
- 09 432 8060
- admin@breambaymed.co.nz for non-urgent administration
- Street address
- Shop 22, Ruakākā Town Centre, Marsden Point Road, Ruakākā 0171
- Location note
- Near the corner of Marsden Point Road and Peter Snell Road
- Monday–Friday
- 8:45am–5:00pm
- Saturday
- 9:00am–12:00pm
- Sunday
- Closed
- Public holidays
- Closed; reconfirm around holiday periods
- Healthlink EDI
- breambay
- Postal address
- PO Box 132, Ruakākā 0151
How to Book the Correct Appointment
Healthpoint lists access for enrolled patients by appointment and provides a clinic-specific ManageMyHealth booking link.
| What you need | Best first action | What to tell reception |
|---|---|---|
| Routine GP consultation | ManageMyHealth or phone | Main issue, preferred doctor and suitable times. |
| New or worsening symptoms today | Phone reception | When symptoms began, what changed and why the issue may not safely wait. |
| Vaccination or nurse service | Phone reception | Vaccine or service required, age, eligibility and previous records. |
| Cervical screening, ECG or spirometry | Phone reception | Exact test or screening service and any referral details. |
| LARC, liquid nitrogen or minor surgery | Phone reception | Requested procedure, previous assessment and whether symptoms changed. |
| Several health concerns | Ask about a longer appointment | How many concerns you need to discuss and which is most important. |
| Telehealth consultation | Ask reception | Why remote care may suit and whether examination or testing may be needed. |
Identify the task
Decide whether it is routine, urgent, administrative, nursing-related or a procedure.
Choose phone or portal
Use the portal for suitable routine care and phone when the route is unclear.
Prepare information
Have symptoms, medicines, doctor preference and assistance needs ready.
Confirm the details
Ask about appointment length, fee, documents and preparation.
“Kia ora, my main concern is ____. It started ____, and it is getting better / staying the same / getting worse. Which appointment type should I book, and do I need extra time or preparation?”
Have ready when booking
- Patient name and date of birth.
- Main reason for the appointment.
- When symptoms began and whether they are changing.
- Current medicine names and doses.
- Preferred doctor, when relevant.
- Wheelchair, communication or other assistance needs.
Bring to the appointment
- Community Services Card when relevant.
- Medicine or preferred pharmacy list.
- Hospital, specialist or discharge letters.
- Forms that need completion.
- Symptom notes and priority questions.
- A suitable payment method.
Current Enrolled-Patient GP Fees
Healthpoint publishes the following enrolled-patient consultation fees and notes that conditions apply.
| Age range | Without Community Services Card | With Community Services Card |
|---|---|---|
| Under 6 years | Free | Free |
| 6–13 years | Free | Free |
| 14–17 years | $13.50 | $13.50 |
| 18–24 years | $30.50 | $20.00 |
| 25–44 years | $30.50 | $20.00 |
| 45–64 years | $30.50 | $20.00 |
| 65 years and over | $30.50 | $20.00 |
New-Patient Enrolment
Healthpoint currently states that Bream Bay Medical Centre is welcoming new patients to enrol.
Before requesting forms
- Confirm enrolment is still open.
- Ask whether all household members can enrol.
- Check whether you can book before processing is complete.
Documents to confirm
- Identity documents.
- New Zealand healthcare eligibility evidence.
- Community Services Card details.
- Child health and immunisation records.
Records and first visit
- Ask how previous notes will be transferred.
- Confirm when enrolled fees begin.
- Ask whether an initial medication review is needed.
- Request a preferred doctor if important.
“Are you still enrolling new patients, which eligibility documents do you need, how long does processing take, and can I book an appointment while the enrolment is being completed?”
GP Services and What Patients Should Prepare
The clinic lists family medicine, preventive care, diagnostic testing and selected minor procedures. Phone before booking anything that needs special staff, equipment or preparation.
Adult, child and family medical care
The practice provides general medical care for children and adults, including physical and emotional health concerns and continuing care.
- Ask for more time when several complex issues need discussion.
- Bring current medicines and specialist letters.
- Tell reception when the appointment is for a baby or young child.
Immunisations and vaccine appointments
Listed vaccines include childhood, pregnancy, flu, MMR, HPV, shingles, meningococcal, whooping cough, COVID-19, RSV, catch-up and privately funded vaccines.
- Phone to check eligibility, funding and stock.
- Bring previous vaccination information where available.
- Ask whether a nurse appointment is required.
Cervical screening
Healthpoint lists cervical screening for eligible people aged 25–69. Options may include an HPV vaginal swab taken yourself or with help, or a clinician-collected cervical sample.
- Ask which testing option is suitable for you.
- Confirm whether a nurse or GP appointment is needed.
- Bring previous screening information if available.
ECG and health screening
An ECG records the heart’s electrical activity using electrode patches. Health screening may check for health conditions or early warning signs.
- Phone rather than choosing a generic appointment.
- Ask whether a GP assessment is needed first.
- Wear practical clothing if advised.
Long-acting contraception
The practice lists intrauterine devices and contraceptive implants where clinically appropriate.
- Ask whether an assessment visit is required first.
- Confirm device, insertion and follow-up charges.
- Ask about preparation and aftercare.
Minor injuries, liquid nitrogen and minor surgery
The clinic lists minor accident care, liquid-nitrogen treatment and selected minor surgery such as skin-lesion procedures or ingrown-toenail treatment.
- Phone before travelling with a recent or worsening injury.
- An assessment may be required before a procedure.
- Ask whether materials, laboratory testing and follow-up are charged separately.
Spirometry and peak-flow testing
Spirometry measures how much air the lungs hold and how quickly air can be moved. Healthpoint notes that the process can take around 15–30 minutes and may involve repeating the test after inhaled medicine.
- Ask for the correct lung-function appointment.
- Confirm any inhaler or medicine instructions.
- Expect to repeat forceful breathing efforts several times.
Well Child and Tamariki Ora checks
Core checks between 4–6 weeks and three years commonly occur around 4–6 weeks, 8–10 weeks, 3–4 months, 5–7 months, 9–12 months, 15–18 months and 2–3 years.
- Tell reception the child’s age.
- Bring the child’s health book and immunisation information.
- Confirm whether the check is completed by the practice or another local provider.
Telehealth and phone consultations
Healthpoint lists phone and virtual consultations for enrolled patients, while noting that in-person consultation is preferred where needed.
- Ask whether your concern is appropriate for telehealth.
- Keep your phone available at the arranged time.
- Be prepared to attend in person if examination or testing is required.
Repeat Prescriptions, Test Results and Forms
Online requests are convenient, but they do not replace clinical review when medicines, symptoms or monitoring requirements have changed.
Repeat prescription
- Request before medicine runs out.
- Provide the medicine name, strength and dose.
- Name the pharmacy that should receive it.
- Mention any treatment or symptom changes.
- Be prepared for a review or monitoring test.
Test results
- Ask how results will be communicated.
- Ask when to follow up if you hear nothing.
- Confirm whether another appointment is required.
- Ask which symptoms require earlier help.
Forms and certificates
- Describe the exact form when booking.
- Ask whether an examination is required.
- Confirm the fee and processing time.
- Bring every page and supporting document.
Doctors Listed for the Practice
Healthpoint currently lists 13 general practitioners. Rosters, leave and training status can change, so confirm availability when booking.
- Dr John ChapmanVocationally registered GP
- Dr Katie GriggsVocationally registered GP
- Dr Sue HancockVocationally registered GP
- Dr John HayterGPEP2 training
- Dr Karin HiemstraVocationally registered GP
- Dr Harriet PengellyVocationally registered GP
- Dr Charles “Robbie” JaineGPEP2 training
- Dr Thomas Loeffen-GallagherGeneral-practice training
- Dr Edward PearsonVocationally registered GP
- Dr Molly ReynoldsGeneral-practice training
- Dr Patricia WatkinsGeneral practitioner
- Dr Anna WintleVocationally registered GP
- Dr Zhuoer ZhangGPEP2 training
After-Hours Care When the Clinic Is Closed
Healthpoint says patients can phone Bream Bay Medical Centre’s main number after hours and be transferred to a service that will direct them.
White Cross Whangārei Urgent Care
- Address
- 32 Reyburn Street, Whangārei
- Phone
- 09 470 1083
- Normal hours
- 8:00am–8:00pm every day
- Access
- Walk-in urgent care
- Facilities
- Parking, accessibility, pharmacy, physiotherapy, dental and private X-ray services listed on site
- White Cross is in Whangārei, so allow for travel from Ruakākā.
- Patients may be prioritised by clinical urgency rather than arrival order.
- ACC injury consultations and other urgent-care fees are separate from Bream Bay fees.
- Public-holiday hours may differ.
- Check the current wait indicator before travelling when possible.
Map, Wheelchair Access and Arrival Planning
Bream Bay Medical Centre is in Shop 22 at Ruakākā Town Centre, close to the corner of Marsden Point Road and Peter Snell Road. Healthpoint lists wheelchair access.
Common Booking and Visit Mistakes
Assuming online booking covers every service.
Procedures, vaccinations and tests often need a phone booking.
Using the portal for urgent symptoms.
Phone when a condition is new, worsening or time-sensitive.
Forgetting Saturday ends at noon.
Call early rather than waiting close to closing time.
Assuming every service uses the standard GP fee.
Procedures, forms, prescriptions and vaccines may cost extra.
Waiting until medicine has run out.
A review or monitoring test may be required first.
Travelling to Whangārei without checking.
Use the clinic number or Healthline for direction when unsure.
Booking several complex issues in one routine slot.
Ask about extra time and prioritise the main concern.
Assuming enrolment is completed immediately.
Ask when forms are processed and enrolled fees begin.
Official Sources for Final Checks
Use these links after identifying the exact action you need. Clinic details can change.
Clinic-reviewed hours, fees, doctors, services, enrolment, access and booking details.
Verify clinic informationClinic-specific online booking route for suitable routine appointments.
Open online bookingUrgent-care hours, walk-in access, facilities, location and wait information.
Check urgent-care detailsFree 24-hour advice on 0800 611 116, including interpreter and communication support.
Read Healthline guidanceThis is an independent patient guide. It is not Bream Bay Medical Centre and does not provide diagnosis, treatment or personalised medical advice.
Bream Bay Medical Centre FAQs
What are Bream Bay Medical Centre’s opening hours?
Healthpoint lists Bream Bay Medical Centre as open Monday to Friday from 8:45am to 5:00pm and Saturday from 9:00am to 12:00pm. It is closed Sunday and public holidays.
What is the Bream Bay Medical Centre phone number?
The listed phone number is 09 432 8060. Use it for appointments, same-day concerns, enrolment, fees, prescriptions and after-hours direction.
Can I book Bream Bay Medical Centre appointments online?
Yes. Healthpoint provides a clinic-specific ManageMyHealth booking link. Use it for suitable routine appointments and phone reception for urgent, procedural or unclear requests.
Is Bream Bay Medical Centre accepting new patients?
Yes. Healthpoint currently says the practice is welcoming new patients to enrol. Contact reception to confirm documents, processing time and first-appointment requirements.
How much is a standard enrolled adult GP appointment?
The published fee for enrolled patients aged 18 and over is $30.50 without a Community Services Card and $20.00 with a Community Services Card. Conditions and extra service charges may apply.
Is Bream Bay Medical Centre open on Saturday?
Yes. Healthpoint lists Saturday opening from 9:00am to 12:00pm. Phone before travelling because appointment availability and holiday arrangements can change.
Can I walk in without an appointment?
Healthpoint lists access for enrolled patients by appointment. Phone reception before travelling if you need same-day care rather than assuming a walk-in consultation is available.
Can I request a repeat prescription online?
The practice lists a patient portal and repeat-prescription service. Approval depends on the medicine, your clinical history, monitoring requirements and whether a review or test is due.
Where should I go when Bream Bay Medical Centre is closed?
Phone 09 432 8060 for after-hours direction. White Cross Whangārei at 32 Reyburn Street provides walk-in urgent care from 8:00am to 8:00pm daily. Call Healthline on 0800 611 116 when unsure, or 111 for a critical emergency.
Does Bream Bay Medical Centre have wheelchair access?
Yes. Healthpoint lists wheelchair access. Phone before travelling when you need specific parking, entry, transfer or mobility assistance.
Final Patient Check
For routine care, use ManageMyHealth or phone 09 432 8060. Phone rather than using the portal when symptoms are worsening, the visit involves a procedure or vaccine, several concerns need discussion, or the correct booking type is unclear.
When the practice is closed, call its main number for after-hours direction, use Healthline for advice or check White Cross Whangārei for suitable urgent care. Call 111 for a critical or life-threatening emergency.