Boehringer Ingelheim - Stellar supporter of nurse practitioners

Why is Boehringer Ingelheim sponsoring the primary healthcare awards?

Helping New Zealanders stay well can only happen through the collaborative efforts of all those involved in the primary healthcare sector. Taking the time to acknowledge and celebrate successful collaborations is important for the soul.

What is Boehringer Ingelheim’s key area of involvement in primary care?

As a family-owned pharmaceutical company, we are proud to develop and introduce innovative medicines that positively change the lives of many New Zealanders and their whānau.

What is it that interests you personally about the category Boehringer Ingelheim is sponsoring?

I have been in the industry long enough to remember the first NP pioneers back in 2001. Their passion, leadership
and, importantly, their desire to nurture and mentor other nurses has been inspirational. NPs have played a significant
role in improving the health and wellbeing of people in our communities with the greatest need.

What do you hope this sponsorship will achieve for the entrants in this category?

By reflecting on their contribution to their team, practice and patients, they can acknowledge and congratulate themselves on the significant difference they have made in improving the wellbeing of people’s lives. Then utilising
this positive experience to mentor other potential NPs.

What is a great experience you have had in primary care that you can share with us?

My daughter, Hannah, becoming a practice nurse in a supportive, collaborative general practice and is now being encouraged to be a nurse prescriber. Hopefully, when she reads this, she will stop procrastinating!

How would you describe the sector in three words?

Kotahitanga, manaakitanga, whanaungatanga.

If you were asked to name a popular song as the anthem for primary care, what would you choose?

Don’t Stop (Fleetwood Mac).

The New Zealand Primary Healthcare Awards | He Tohu Mauri Ora is Aotearoa's premiere celebration of excellence in the field of primary healthcare. The awards honour the incredible contributions of our healthcare professionals in a wide range of categories. Category list available on www.nzphawards.co.nz/categories.