Respiratory physician Lutz Beckert considers chronic obstructive pulmonary disease management, including the prevention of COPD, the importance of smoking cessation and pulmonary rehabilitation, and the lifesaving potential of addressing treatable traits. He also discusses the logic of inhaler therapy, moving from single therapy to dual and triple therapy when indicated, as well as other aspects of management
Coalition of the willing offering health to Parihaka
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Coalition of the willing offering health to Parihaka
Wednesday 14 April 2021, 12:07 PM

Alex Neil, primary care practice assistant; Rachel King, member of the Parihaka Papakāinga Trust; and Kiri Wicksteed, lead doctor for the clinic. Image by Nick Loveridge-Easther
Primary care is returning to Parihaka and reporter Alan Perrott talks to those involved in the process about the complexity of trust, legacy and long-term goals
It isn’t long after Kiri Wicksteed’s practice door opens that the laughter starts.
I think Parihaka could be a lightning rod for discussions aro
Kia ora and welcome to New Zealand Doctor Rata Aotearoa
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