Bluff Community Medical Trust

10/12/2025

After 42 years in medicine, including 33 years at Bluff Community Medical Centre, we farewell Dr Vicky Bickford as she retires. Thank you Vicky for your dedication, care, and everything you’ve done for our community. We wish you all the very best!

10/12/2025

Season’s Greetings to Our Bluff Community

With the upcoming departure of Dr Vicky Bickford, we understand there may be concerns regarding appointments and ongoing care. Please be reassured that arrangements are in place to ensure continuity of service at Bluff Community Medical Centre.

Our current and upcoming medical support includes:
- Dr Jordan Baker in-person consultations in Bluff every Monday, with telehealth appointments available on Thursdays.
- Urgent After Hours Service available at He Puna Waiora Wellness Centre Monday-Wednesday 6pm-9pm. We will update the community when this service expands.
- Daily appointments continue to be available in Bluff, with active recruitment of additional clinical staff. Daily appointments are also available at He Puna Waiora Wellness Centre in Invercargill for Bluff patients.
- Dr Daniel Wu returning in May, and at intervals throughout the year, to provide additional clinical support.
- Transport from Bluff (and back) to He Puna Waiora Wellness Centre available. Talk to our friendly administration team for more information.

We remain committed to supporting the Bluff Community Medical Centre to continue to provide reliable, accessible, and high-quality healthcare for the Bluff community. Thank you for your ongoing trust and support.

Ngā mihi nui,
Bluff Community Medical Centre
Ngā Kete Mātauranga Pounamu Charitable Trust

08/12/2025

Celebrating and acknowledging our incredible team at the Bluff Community Medical Centre with a shared lunch, and honouring Doctor Vicky Bickford, who is retiring after an incredible 33 years of service. Wishing Vicky all the very best for a happy and fulfilling retirement!

04/12/2025

From 05 January 2026, fees will increase at Bluff Community Medical Centre and He Puna Waiora Wellness Centre

01/12/2025

The Bluff Community Medical Centre will be closed tomorrow from 12pm to 2pm for staff training

08/10/2025

PATIENT CARE SUPPORT
Do you or your whānau need support in the community with your health needs?
Commencing 17 October 2025, our Hapori Hauora Kaiawhina (Community Support Worker), Emma Furlonge, will be available to provide support and guidance.

30/09/2025

The Bluff Community Medical Centre is now offering dedicated skin check appointments for our enrolled patients. With skin cancer being so common in New Zealand, early detection really matters. Dr Kate MacNaughton has completed advanced training in skin cancer detection and leads this service at our clinic.
Get in touch with us to find out more or to make an appointment, phone 03 212 7337

We’re now offering dedicated skin check appointments for our enrolled patients. With skin cancer being so common in New Zealand, early detection really matters. Dr Kate MacNaughton has completed advanced training in skin cancer detection and leads this service at our clinic. Skin checks are someth...

22/07/2025

❄️ Liquid Nitrogen Clinic – Next Thursday ❄️
We're running a Liquid Nitrogen Clinic next Thursday, July 31, from 11:00am to 4:30pm!
💬 Bookings essential – Please contact reception to secure your appointment: 03 212 7337

27/05/2025

Winter is Coming! Stay One Step Ahead!
Flu season is here, but you don’t have to face it alone. Protect yourself and your whānau with:
✅ Flu Vaccinations
✅ Health Screenings
✅ Expert Medical Advice
Let’s keep our community strong and healthy this winter.
Bluff Community Medical Centre
2 Tone Street, Bluff
Call us on 03 2127337

15/04/2025

❄️ Liquid Nitrogen Clinic – This Thursday! ❄️

We're running a Liquid Nitrogen Clinic this Thursday from 11:00am to 4:30pm!

💬 Bookings essential – Please contact reception to secure your appointment: 03 212 7337

10/04/2025

Flu Vaccine Clinic – Monday 14th April 🩺💉
The Bluff Medical Centre will be holding a flu vaccine clinic on Monday 14th April at the following times:
🕙 10:00am – 12:00pm
🕝 2:15pm – 4:15pm
To book an appointment, please call reception on (03) 212 7337.
✅ The flu vaccine is free for those aged 65 and over and for people with eligible medical conditions.
If you have any questions, feel free to call and speak with our nurse - we're happy to help!

23/01/2025

Here at Bluff Community Medical Centre we are currently experiencing high demand for appointments, and appreciate the feedback we have received from our community.

In response, we’ve been proactive in making changes to support both day-to-day appointments and the increased demand for urgent care, ensuring our community gets the care it needs.

Through our partnership with Ngā Kete Mātauranga Pounamu, we’ve been able to expand access to services for Bluff patients, including the ability for those working in Invercargill to see a GP at the Ngā Kete clinic He Puna Waiora Welllness Centre, minimizing time away from work.

We’re also offering free transport to Invercargill for patients facing transport challenges, not only for acute care but also for other secondary services. Our partnership has allowed for additional GP support onsite at Bluff, where we continue to prioritize care for enrolled Bluff patients. Additionally, we offer late-night appointments in Invercargill, telehealth consultations, and extended hours to better accommodate our patients. Both Bluff Community Medical Centre and He Puna Waiora Wellness Centre also offer Very Low Cost Access Services, ensuring that doctor visits are affordable at just $29.50, or $19.50 with a community services card.

While we acknowledge the current 2.5-week wait for non-urgent appointments, we are committed to addressing this and improving our services.

We are incredibly grateful to our dedicated staff, who have gone above and beyond to support our community, and we are always open to feedback.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out so we can continue to work together toward solutions.