Devonport Health Centre (Devonport Doctors)

Devonport doctor

and nursing

services.

World-class care, personal touch

Our team is here to support the Devonport community through all your health journeys.

Dr Sarah English

General Practitioner

Dr English has been working as a doctor for 15 years, with the last 7 in the Devonport area. She is a specialist GP that has obtained Fellowship to the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners.

Dr English works holistically. She believes in treating the whole person, working on wellbeing and preventative medicine together. Dr English has an interest in skin cancer medicine and has obtained a certificate in Skin Cancer Medicine & Surgery and a Certificate in Dermoscopy from the Skin Cancer College of Australasia. She is also passionate about women's health, in particular, helping women through hormonal changes in their life.

Dr English enjoys working as a GP, getting to know her patients and providing friendly, continuous care for many years. She lives in Belmont with her young family.

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Dr Ben Gaunt

General Practitioner

Dr Ben joined Devonport Health Centre in 2021. He moved home to New Zealand after completing his medical training in Australia in 2016 and obtained Fellowship to the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners.

Since completing his studies in, Ben has gained experience in many areas of medicine, and has a particular interest in Skin Cancer Medicine. He has completed a certificate in Advanced Skin Cancer surgery and in Advanced Dermoscopy. Dr Ben also provides Cosmetic Medicine Injections.

He is also interested in the role of diet and exercise in management of chronic diseases, as well as paediatric care and Men’s health.

Outside of work, Ben loves everything rugby (what a great decade to be a kiwi in Australia), obsesses over his golf swing and spends time with his wife and two young boys.

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Dr Lucas Doorakkers

General Practitioner

Dr Lucas completed his vocational training in 2022 and has worked as a GP ever since.

Born in the southern part of the Netherlands, Lucas moved to the vibrant city of Utrecht in 2016, where he has lived with his husband since. The couple recently celebrated a decade of life together and decided to embark on a new adventure in New Zealand in 2024.

With a keen interest in sexual health, palliative care, internal medicine, and emergency care, Lucas brings broad expertise to our Devonport community. We're confident you'll soon appreciate his comprehensive, compassionate care.

Outside of work, Lucas enjoys spending time with loved ones, exploring the outdoors through walks or swims, and attending cultural events and movies.

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Dr Hemant Kheterpal

General Practitioner

After completing his primary medical degree, Dr Hemant gained experience in various specialities. He worked in hospitals across India, Mauritius and Singapore before pursuing higher education in family medicine.

Hemant and his family moved to New Zealand in 2015 and decided to settle here permanently. His wife, Dr Alka Kheterpal, is also a General Practitioner and has been with him throughout this journey.

Hemant has 20 years of experience in General Practice, with a focus on areas such as child health, men's check-ups, senior care, women's health, contraception, excision of skin lesions, minor surgeries, sleep disorders, snoring problems, obstructive sleep apnea, CPAP machine discussions, and diabetes management.

He is proficient in English, Hindi, and Punjabi and looks forward to communicating with you in the language of your choice.

PLEASE NOTE: Dr Hemant is ONLY available at Devonport Health Centre's satellite clinic in Auckland CBD (51 Shortland Street).

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Dr Julie Hancock

General Practitioner

Julie's medical journey began at the University of Auckland's School of Medicine, where she earned a Bachelor of Human Biology (BHB) in 1987, followed by a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) in 1991. Her commitment to professional development didn't stop there, however. She went on to obtain a Diploma in Obstetrics (Dip Obs) in 1994, completed PRIMEX (general practice training) in 2001, and became a Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (FRNZCGP) in 2006.

With her extensive training and years of experience in diverse settings (including general practice, prisons and a valuable stint at the Anxiety New Zealand Trust), it's safe to say Julie has vast medical knowledge to draw upon.

PLEASE NOTE: Dr Hancock is available at Devonport Health Centre's satellite clinic in Auckland CBD (51 Shortland Street).

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Dr Valentina Kirova-Velijanovska

General Practitioner

Dr Valentina has been a trusted GP on the North Shore for over 20 years, proudly serving her community with a compassionate and inclusive approach. She is a Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners and brings extensive experience to her role.

Dr Valentina has a special interest in female, youth, mental, sexual, and transgender health and wound care. She is passionate about helping her patients navigate health challenges and supporting them at every stage of life.

Outside work, Valentina is a devoted mother of two adult daughters and loves taking her 3-year-old Cavoodle for walks. She enjoys the natural beauty of the North Shore and values quality time with her family and friends.

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Dr Chris Dominick

General Practitioner
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Katrina Costello

Nurse Prescriber
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Helen Schreuder

Lead Nurse

Rebekah Lovelock

Nurse

Sarah Stebbings

Nurse

Sarah D'Souza

Nurse

Louise

Nurse

Michelle

Administration

Joanne

Administration

Brenda

Reception

Desiree

Reception

Alita

Reception

Karen

Reception

Two locations, one commitment

Visit us in Devonport or Auckland CBD for the same excellent care.

Devonport Health
50 Victoria Road, Devonport

Devonport Health in the City
51 Shortland Street, Auckland CBD

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Consult & prescription fees

Registered Patients

0 — 13 Years

$0

14 — 17 Years

$60

w/ CSC — $13.00 (NOTE: CSC funding covers standard, 15-minute appointments. Additional charges apply for double consults.)

18 — 24 Years

$65

w/ CSC — $19.50 (NOTE: CSC funding covers standard, 15-minute appointments. Additional charges apply for double consults.)

25 — 64 Years

$74

w/ CSC — $19.50 (NOTE: CSC funding covers standard, 15-minute appointments. Additional charges apply for double consults.)

65+ Years

$69

w/ CSC — $19.50 (NOTE: CSC funding covers standard, 15-minute appointments. Additional charges apply for double consults.)
Nurse Prescriber Consultations

All Patients

$58

Nurse Consultations

All Patients

$40

Nurse Callbacks

All Patients

$25

Casual Patients

0 — 13 Years

$45

14+ Years

$100

All Patients

0 — 13 Years

$0

14 — 17 Years

$60

18 — 24 Years

$65

25 — 64 Years

$74

65+ Years

$69

All Patients

Skin Biopsy (15 Mins)

$150

Full Body Skin Check (30 Mins)

$200

Skin Excisions (30 Mins)

$400

Skin Excisions (45 Mins)

$600

All Patients

Botox® and Xeomin®

$18/unit

Initial Appointment (30 Mins)

P.O.A.

Follow Up Appointment (15 Mins)

P.O.A.

Vaccines

Influenza Vaccine

POA

Prescriptions

Repeat Prescription

$28

Standard requests are processed in two working days.

Repeat Prescription (Urgent/Same-day)

$40

PLEASE NOTE: Telehealth consultations cost the same as standard visits, as our team puts the same amount of time and care into completing your notes, referrals, reviews and scripts after the call ends. Our practice also provides a wide range of services, and additional charges may sometimes apply.

A $40 Did Not Attend (DNA) charge also applies to appointments not cancelled at least two hours before the scheduled consultation time.

Our focus? You.

Devonport Health Centre prides itself on providing care focused on our community. We put our patients at the centre of everything we do and tailor our services to meet their needs.

Our staff believes in the power of teamwork and works collaboratively to deliver world-class care. We also hold ourselves accountable to the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.

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How we can help you stay healthy

Our team is here to support the Devonport community through all your health journeys.

Regular
Checkups

Women’s
Health

Men’s
Health

Sexual
Health

Family
Planning

Pregnancy
Care

Minor
Surgery

Travel
Medicine

Skin Checks

Immunisations

Referrals

Cosmetics

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Devonport Health Centre is on Facebook. And we're sharing useful health information.

Health literacy is defined as "the degree to which individuals have the capacity to obtain, process and understand, basic information health information and services needed to make informed and appropriate health decisions."

Alongside treatment, it's one of the most important aspects of the health care our practice provides. And we're now using Facebook to help patients obtain and process health information in a modern, convenient manner.

We’re using our timeline to share informative posts, health initiatives, urgent practice updates and useful recommendations.

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Need to see a Devonport
doctor or nurse?

(09) 972 2699
7AM to 5 PM — Monday to Friday

You can book our Devonport doctor and nursing services online. Appointment times are available on our patient portal. Not registered on the portal? Please speak to reception staff.

Phones switchover at 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM.

Devonport Health Centre will use different approaches and resources to achieve equitable outcomes for the people we serve.

ADDRESS

20 Victoria Road,
Devonport,
Auckland 0624

CONTACT

P: (09) 972 2699
F: (09) 972 2715
reception@devonporthealth.co.nz

HOURS

Weekdays — 7 AM to 5 PM
Weekends — Closed
EDI: devonmc