New Zealand private general practice service
Experienced Specialist General Practitioner (FRNZCGP) with a subspecialty in Mental Health, providing online care for those without access to New Zealand’s public healthcare system
Who can use this service
- Travelers / short-term stayers with student visa or work visa shorter than 2 years in New Zealand from overseas
- Not satisfied with a usual 15 minutes GP consultation
Who cannot use this service
- Clients who need emergency attention
- Clients who need a physical examination
- Clients who would like to make an ACC claim or need an ACC medical certificate
- Minor (younger than 16 years old) without an adult caregiver’s consent
- Immigration medical
Online Consultation Information
- We use Zanda（Patient Management System）and Zoom. You will need to create a password and access details for Zanda when booking.
- This is a private service with no government funding. Fees are the same for all patients, regardless of visa type, including children under 14.
- Blood tests and prescriptions are generally self-funded. We cannot refer to public hospitals.
- Private specialist referrals are available (additional fee applies).
- Prescriptions can be sent to any New Zealand pharmacy—please provide your preferred pharmacy before the consultation ends.
- Standard appointments are 30 minutes. If more time is needed, you may book another session or extend your appointment (extra charges apply).
- Additional fees may apply if extra time is required for prescriptions, referrals, or other documentation.
- We cannot be your regular GP if you live in New Zealand, but can offer online support under these conditions.
- If you are eligible for free public healthcare (permanent resident or 2+ year work visa), we recommend visiting your enrolled GP first.
- Current hours: Wednesdays & Saturdays, 5:00–8:00 pm. Other times may be available—please contact us. Hours may expand based on demand.
How It Works – Consultation Process
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Contact Us (Optional)
If you have any questions, please send us a message via the contact form. If not, you can skip to Step 2.
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Book Your Appointment
Choose your preferred date and time on our website. You can also cancel online (please note: last-minute cancellations may incur a fee—see the terms sent to you).
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Review & Sign Consent Form
After booking, you will receive an email with a link to sign the consent form online.
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Receive Your Zoom Link
We will send you the Zoom link for your consultation after your booking is confirmed.
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Prepare for Your Appointment
Have a valid photo ID ready at the start of your consultation
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Consultation & Prescription
Please be in a quiet, private space suitable for a medical consultation.
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Receive Your Invoice
You will receive an invoice by email immediately after your consultation.
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Make Payment
Pay by bank transfer to a New Zealand account or by credit card
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Pick Up Your Medication (if medication is prescribed)
Collect your prescribed medication from your chosen pharmacy.
Fee（NZD）
| 時間 | 料金 | 備考 |
|---|---|---|
| 30 min | $130 | Refil of prescription：$50〜 |
| 60 min | $260 | Additional tests or referral letters incur extra charges |
※Payment Methods
Bank transfer to a New Zealand account, or credit card
*About Prescription Refills
- Refills are available only for patients who have already had an initial consultation with our service and are requesting the same medication.
- Please email us the following details:
- Any side effects experienced
- Required quantity
- Preferred pharmacy
- Please note that a refill may not always be issued without a consultation.
- If a dosage adjustment is required—for example, after reviewing blood test results—additional fees may apply.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can prescribed medication be sent to my country？
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No. As this is a New Zealand medical service, we cannot send medication to overseas.
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Can I receive a receipt for insurance claims？
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Yes. If your insurance company requires additional documents such as medical records, extra charges may apply.
For more FAQs, please refer to our FAQ
Any further inquiries, please contact us using this form. Also, please refer to my article here.
Reviews from Patients’ Families
NZ
When my daughter’s various symptoms worsened and visits to the GP and emergency department brought no improvement, I felt completely lost. A friend recommended Dr. Noda’s online consultation, and we decided to try it.
Dr. Noda carefully explained the test results, the possible conditions based on symptoms and findings, and how to use the prescribed medication. Since we were planning to move soon, she also referred us to a GP in our new location and provided guidance for ongoing care.
She listened attentively to my daughter, took a holistic approach, and treated her with great respect. My daughter said, “This is the first doctor who really listened to me and explained everything in detail. It might sound strange, but I finally feel like I’ve met a doctor who treats me as a whole, normal person.” She was very satisfied, and so was I.
We can confidently recommend Dr. Noda to others.
T. Araki
Japan
We sought Dr. Noda’s help for our son, who is studying at a high school in Wellington.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, he was unable to return to Japan, and by the time he ran out of his regular medication, his chronic condition had worsened. With limited support from the school nurse and dormitory staff, and his difficulty explaining medical issues in English, his symptoms continued to progress. Searching from Japan, we came across Dr. Noda’s website.
What we appreciated most was her prompt response, thoughtful advice, and meticulous care. In New Zealand, things often take much longer than we are used to in Japan, so her efficiency was invaluable.
It was also a great relief to consult with a Japanese doctor who has experience and knowledge of both Japanese treatments and medications—without the stress of communicating in medical English. Being able to speak in Japanese, even from Japan, via online consultation brought us peace of mind and a huge advantage.
If we had known about this service earlier, we might have been able to consult sooner and prevent his condition from worsening. For parents whose children are studying in New Zealand, using Dr. Noda’s online clinic can be a valuable way to maintain both your peace of mind and your child’s health.