8 am–10 pm, seven days a week · Weekends & public holidays

CARE FROM HOME

Online doctor services across New Zealand.

Practical medical advice by phone or video, seven days a week, including weekends and public holidays.

Online doctor consultations

Talk through everyday health concerns with a doctor by phone or video, wherever you are in New Zealand.

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Prescriptions & medical certificates

Discuss prescriptions, sick notes and referrals with a doctor. These are provided when clinically appropriate.

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ACC & follow-up advice

Get advice about injuries, ACC and your next steps. Some concerns will need an in-person assessment.

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CLINICAL CARE, YOUR WAY

Phone or video.
One clear next step.

Our doctors assess your concern, discuss suitable treatment and explain your next steps. Prescriptions, medical certificates, tests or referrals are considered when clinically appropriate.

Some conditions need a hands-on examination, monitoring or urgent in-person care. Controlled medicines and some medicines needing regular monitoring may not be suitable for prescribing through this service.

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When telehealth may help

Our GP and urgent care consultations can help with many everyday health concerns, treatment advice and follow-up questions. If your concern needs an examination or a service we cannot provide remotely, your doctor will advise you about in-person care.

Instacare is available anywhere in New Zealand, from Auckland and Wellington to Christchurch and smaller towns and rural communities. Our service hours are 8 am–10 pm daily, including public holidays. Appointment availability is confirmed by our team.

PHONE OR VIDEO. YOUR CHOICE.

Care that fits around your life.

At home, away for the weekend, or anywhere in New Zealand.

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For emergencies, call 111. Telehealth is suitable for many everyday concerns. Some conditions need in-person care.