About Us
Established in 1978 New Brighton Health Care looks after over 12000 people in a large area that encompasses North Brighton, New Brighton and Southshore. The practice is 8km east of Christchurch CBD and is literally a five-minute walk to the beach. The practice is led by Dr Narcis Sitjes (originally from Barcelona), Dr Sam Jerram and Dr Nadia Schwass.
The building is a converted house that has been extended to keep up with growth over the years. Its wood construction meant that it survived the Canterbury earthquake well. A neighboring practice didn’t fare so well, and they took the opportunity to shift into NBHC bringing onboard very well established and respected GPs into the one practice.
Three nurses have prior experience in occupational health so NBHC’s nursing team have developed a specialisation in spirometry, completing many assessments weekly to keep up with demand.
The practice demographic is very mixed with both long-term, intergenerational patients and a more transient population. New Brighton has always had a strong community focus and many team members have long-standing connections with the neighbourhood with many living in the area, enjoying being close to the beach.
Services
Acute Care
If you require urgent medical assistance due to accident, injuries or emergency, phone us immediately and speak to a Practice Nurse.
Travel Medicine
We can help with aspects of travel medicine including vaccination, documentation and general medical advice.
Pharmacy
Unichem Union Street Pharmacy is attached to our building with opening hours between 8:30am and 6pm (Monday-Friday).
Awanui Lab
Awanui Laboratories provides a phlebotomy service (blood tests) and collection of samples within our building from 7:30am until 4:30pm.
Active Health
Are located on site and provide podiatry, physiotherapy and pelvic health/cancer rehabilitation services