ArticlePracticesPeople
2 October 2024
It’s time to go, says Sally
Mention the word retirement to Sally Davies and she quickly responds by saying she is still working a day a week but come December that will be it.
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The latest news, stories and updates from across Pinnacle and our network, including blogs and reflections on primary care and community health.
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ArticlePracticesRural
14 August 2024
New Extended Care Paramedic service supports primary care in Northern Coromandel
A new Extended Care Paramedic (ECP) initiative has been launched in Northern Coromandel in response to community-identified health needs developed through locality planning and partnerships.
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ArticlePracticesPeople
16 July 2024
Strategic partnership with K'aute Pasifika
This week we are announcing a strategic partnership between Pinnacle Incorporated and K'aute Pasifika, forming a new venture named Fatu Lalaga. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in our shared commitment to provide excellent and equitable healthcare for Pacific, Māori, and priority populations.
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ArticlePracticesPeople
16 May 2024
World Family Doctor Day | 19 May 2024
World Family Doctor Day, on Sunday 19 May, is an occasion to highlight the intrinsic connection between the health of our planet and the wellbeing of our patients, emphasising the critical role primary healthcare can play in promoting sustainable health practices. We hope you enjoy this quick video message from our clinical director, Dr Jo Scott-Jones.
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ArticlePracticesPeople
11 May 2024
Celebrating International Nurses Day and Mother's Day
On Sunday 12 May we celebrate International Nurses Day to remember Florence Nightingale, the Mother of Modern Nursing, and her many contributions to our profession. It’s appropriate that this year on the same day, we also celebrate Mother's Day.
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ArticlePracticesPeople
7 May 2024
Pinnacle rejects 50 per cent telehealth claim
Pinnacle strongly disagrees with claims by Te Whatu Ora at a Building the Future of Health webinar series on Tuesday 7 May that up to 50 per cent of general practice work could be done by telehealth.
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ArticlePracticesEquity
26 March 2024
Beyond the headlines: Justin's views
Justin Butcher, Pinnacle CEO, talks about the funding for pre-call and recall admissions for general practice, and provides an update on the PSAAP and upcoming negotiations
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ArticlePracticesMembership
24 January 2024
Pinnacle point of care ultrasound (POCUS) Peer Support Group
All point of care ultrasound (POCUS) users are encouraged to attend Pinnacle’s monthly POCUS virtual peer group session led by Dr Michael Miller.
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