Urgent Bite 265 – Peripheral Neuropathy and Vitamin B6
Vitamin B6 is both a prescribed medication and available in many over-the-counter preparations. In high and prolonged doses, it can be a cause of peripheral neuropathy.
Urgent Bite 264 – Hutchinson’s Sign
There are a few Hutchinson’s signs, but this one relates to Herpes Zoster Ophthalmicus.
Unique medical business for sale
Purchase a business providing doctor and nurse led medical service covering events around NZ. With an established model and existing relationships, would be an ideal add for a clinician or clinic looking for a change of pace or solid side venture. Ascent Medical Support provides doctor and nurse led medical care at extreme and endurance…
Newsletter Archive
12 June 2025 Newsletter June 2025 13 May 2025 Newsletter May 2025 10 April 2025 Newsletter April 2025 14 March 2025 Newsletter March 2025 11 February 2025 Newsletter February 2025 15 January 2025 RNZCUC newsletter January 2025 10 December 2024 RNZCUC newsletter December 2024 27 November 2024 Dr Rob Kieboom FRNZCUC 6 November 2024 RNZCUC…
Report from the CEO June 2025
I will keep this month’s newsletter short and brief, though it does contain important information and requests for help. College’s position on the announcement of funding to support urgent care and after hours We welcome the recognition of the importance of urgent care clinics and the acknowledgement of the role they play in the healthcare…
Urgent Bite 263 – Embedded Fish Hooks
How do you remove an embedded fishhook?
DCT update for June 2025
Kia ora koutou, It is my pleasure to produce this month’s DCT newsletter. Please review my post from May 2025, which contains very important information for trainees. UCCIS – workplace We often notice missing information in UCCIS. Trainees must enter their workplace into UCCIS so that we can track the proper allocation of clinical hours…
Education committee report June 2025
Tēnā koutou. Thank you for everyone’s patience and understanding as several components of the training programme have been introduced or revised. Here are some quick updates for trainees. TalentLMS All trainees should now have access to the online urgent care course (UCC) and the Leadership Module through TalentLMS. All of the compulsory external courses and…
Registrar subcommittee update June 2025
Join us in our upcoming teaching sessions held by the Urgent Care Registrar Subcommittee. A reminder this is not examined material but rather an opportunity to revise, ask questions and consolidate learning. We do try to base the sessions on exam topics/cover some of the curriculum to help your exam study! Thursday 12 June at 6pm…
Basketball New Zealand Medical Cover Opportunity
Basketball NZ is urgently seeking medical cover for the upcoming tours. Experience traveling with sports teams is preferred.Ideal candidates should have a broad range of medical and practical skills.An interest in sports medicine and performance optimization.All teams travel with physiotherapy support, and there is a clear handover pathway upon return. This is an excellent chance…