Urgent Bite 320 – Smith’s Fracture and reflections on opinions
Smith’s fracture of the wrist is the opposite of a Colles fracture and is an important fracture to identify in urgent care.
Urgent Bite 319 – Opioid Side Effects
We commonly see opioid side effects. But there are some we may not have been aware of that we should keep in mind in patients who have been taking opioids for more than a month.
Urgent Care Doctor – Riccarton Clinic
Deliver acute care in a busy accredited Urgent Care service, managing diverse presentations alongside an experienced clinical team. Join Riccarton Clinic’s accredited Urgent Care service and work alongside a supportive multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality acute care. See a diverse range of presentations in a modern, purpose-built facility with onsite pharmacy, radiology, and comprehensive support services.…
Newsletter Archive
10 August 2026 RNZCUC newsletter August 2026 6 July 2026 RNZCUC newsletter July 2026 6 June 2026 RNZCUC newsletter June 2026 16 April 2026 RNZCUC newsletter April 2026 18 March 2026 Dr Simon Vari 23 February 2026 RNZCUC newsletter February 2026 23 December 2025 Newsletter December 2025 11 November 2025 Newsletter November 2025 15 October…
Education Committee Report August 2026
Kia ora koutou. A few brief updates for this newsletter. Workplace-based Assessments: The EDC have been working throughout this year on finalising the Workplace-based assessments, particularly the Case-based discussions, and the Research Option. The Case-based discussion forms have been finalised and are available in TalentLMS. Case-based Discussions: Congratulations to the trainees who have progressed from…
Urgent Bite 318 – Topical Steroids via Urgent Care
Steroids are commonly prescribed through urgent care, but we must be mindful about adding to innapropriate use and inadvertent misuse by patients.
Patients must be clear about how much to apply, and how often it must be used. They need to be aware of the potency of each preparation. Changes to labelling in 2028 in NZ will help to show how strong each cream is.
DPD update Agust 2026
Essential Knowledge Quiz The Essential Knowledge Quiz (EKQ)was introduced in 2021 as part of the revised recertification programme and was one of the recommendations from the MCNZ. The quiz is designed to ensure that members are engaging with the latest MCNZ and College policies and statements. It is not intended to be difficult, rather it…
DCT update for August 2026
Kia ora koutou, It is my pleasure to produce this month’s DCT newsletter. Core Skills list completion dates Reminder for trainees on the pre‑2025 training programme: If you had not completed the 38 pre‑2025 Core Skills and uploaded them to UCCIS 31 January 2025, you must also complete two additional skills: Relocation of Pulled Elbow…
Urgent Bite 317 – Splenomegaly
The spleen, once thought to be the seat of anger, can indicate many different underlying diagnoses and palpating it in urgent care is important.
Medical Officer – The Pegasus Health 24 Hour Surgery
Utilise your expert knowledge and clinical skills to provide excellent urgent care to our patients presenting with a wide range of conditions. Ko waimātou | About us The Pegasus Health 24 Hour Surgery is committed to providing high-quality, 24 hour healthcare to the people of Christchurch. We work in a tight knit and supportive team that are dedicated to our purpose…