Teaching Practice
Our medical centre is a teaching practice affiliated with the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (RCGPNZ). We are proud to support the training of future general practitioners by hosting GPEP1 registrars. As part of their training programme, registrars consult under supervision, contributing to high-quality patient care while gaining valuable clinical experience in a community setting.
Nurse Practitioner
Renee McPhail is our Nurse Prescriber, who is completing her Nurse Practitioner Intern year, under the supervision of Dr Javier Stroud.
Book with our Nurse Practitioner Intern
As an NP Intern, Renee sees patients of all ages for the full range of health concerns presenting in general practice. She can assess and diagnose conditions, order and interpret tests, prescribe medicines, arrange specialist or hospital referrals when required, and manage comprehensive treatment plans. Renee works under the supervision of Dr Javier Stroud and as part of the Courtenay Medical team to provide safe, coordinated, and patient-centred care.
You can book an appointment with Renee for the same types of concerns you would usually see a GP for, including new illnesses, ongoing conditions, and preventative healthcare.
What is an NP? | College of Nurses
| Nurse Prescriber | Register Patients | CSC Holders |
| Under 14 | Free | Free |
| 14 to 17 | $43.00 | $13.50 |
| 18 to 24 | $50.00 | $20.00 |
| 25 + | $60.00 | $20.00 |
Otago students
Our practice is pleased to host fourth-year medical students from the University of Otago for one-day observational placements. During their time with us, students observe consultations and the day-to-day workings of general practice to gain insight into community-based healthcare. We are proud to support the education of future doctors while continuing to provide high-quality care to our patients.