16-18 May 2024
Tākina Convention Centre
Te Whanganui-a-Tara Wellington
Sponsors and Exhibitors
Sponsors
Platinum Sponsor
New Zealand Medical Indemnity Insurance (NZMII)
Practice at your best
With 25 years under our belt working alongside professionals across the country, we understand the demands of healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand. We see it. We get it. That’s why we’re on a mission. One that goes beyond offering world-class indemnity insurance. We’re stepping up to actively protect your wellbeing – so when you’re looking after your patients, we’re looking out for you.
We’re here to be more than your insurer. We’re your partner. By combining stability and expertise with trusted tools designed to put your wellbeing first, you get care as well as protection. And we make getting sorted quick and easy with a local team who understand your needs and are always ready to chat.
With NZMII, we believe that having your back means that you have the confidence to practice at your best.
Find out more at nzmii.co.nz.
Silver plus sponsor
Financial Independence
Financial Independence are leaders in the insurance industry. We take what can be a daunting task for most people and make it easier, understandable, and tailor-made to your needs.
We pride ourselves on giving excellent advice, sourcing the best products in the market, and allowing you to make your own decision.
The whole purpose of having insurance is to have a claim paid when something in your life goes wrong. Our team will support you through the process, striving to ensure that you get the best possible outcome.
Business lounge sponsor
Medical Financial Advisory Services (MFAS)
MFAS has been helping medical professionals create and implement financial strategies, including risk protection, that make both accumulation of wealth, and retirement spending of your wealth, understandable and sustainable.
Financial Planning does not need to be difficult or complicated. Understanding the decisions you can make, and the likely outcomes of these decisions, are key ingredients to your future success.
Working with an MFAS adviser puts you in a position of financial confidence allowing you to make better financial decisions and importantly providing you with peace of mind.
Pewter sponsor
NZ Society of Cosmetic Medicine (NZSCM)
The New Zealand Society of Cosmetic Medicine (NZSCM) was established 23 years ago by a group of cosmetic medicine doctors who shared a commitment to education and upholding the highest standards of practice to ensure patient safety. Over the years, our society has evolved and grown significantly, yet our core values remain unchanged.
NZSCM is proud to deliver the only cosmetic medicine training program recognised by the Medical Council of New Zealand. With a diverse membership that includes specialist general practitioners, ophthalmologists, anesthetists, dermatologists, urgent care physicians, and emergency consultants, NZSCM embraces inclusivity.
NZSCM holds an annual cosmetic medicine conference, this year in Queenstown. During this event, we come together to connect with our peers and learn through lectures, live procedure demonstrations, and panel discussions covering the latest advancements in the field of cosmetic medicine. We are fortunate to host keynote speakers and delegates from both Aotearoa New Zealand and around the world.
Exhibitors
AstraZeneca
AstraZeneca is a global, science-led biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines, primarily for the treatment of diseases in four therapy areas – Oncology; BioPharmaceuticals; Vaccine and Immune Therapies; and Rare Disease.
We collaborate with world-renowned scientists and academic institutions, and partner with like-minded, science-led companies. At AstraZeneca Australia-New Zealand, we have been working to deliver the best value to patients for more than 60 years, and we push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.
AstraZeneca is harnessing the power of science and innovation and our global reach to build a healthy future for people, society, and the planet.
Douglas Pharmaceuticals
Douglas is the largest pharmaceutical company in NZ. Privately owned, it is one of NZ’s business success stories with an ever-expanding footprint into global markets.
Working with a variety of partners, Douglas researches, develops, manufactures, markets, and distributes prescription and OTC pharmaceuticals, nutraceuticals, automated compliance systems and consumer healthcare products around the world.
The company’s passion for ‘improving lives’ drives its decision making and is integral to its culture.
Pfizer
Pfizer, a leading biopharmaceutical company, offers renowned medicines, vaccines, and therapeutics. Employees are crucial in achieving the mission to change patients' lives.
In New Zealand, Pfizer collaborates with healthcare providers, patient communities, and academia, supporting patients with new treatments and education. More information on this can be found at Pfizer Cares
Engaging with the government, Pfizer shares knowledge on public health and disease prevention. It contributes to policy on medicine access, efficacy, safety, prevention, and public health issues like antimicrobial resistance and gene therapy. Adhering to strict regulations, Pfizer ensures compliance with New Zealand's pharmaceutical standards.
The Royal New Zealand College of GPs
The Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners is the largest medical college in New Zealand. Our membership of over 5,800 general practitioners comprises almost 40 percent of New Zealand’s specialist medical workforce. The Division of Rural Hospital Medicine also sits within the College’s academic remit of vocational training of doctors working in rural hospitals. Our kāupapa is to set and maintain education and quality standards for general practice and to support our members to provide competent and equitable patient care.
Specialist GPs provide medical care in community settings as part of a GP team in over in over 1,000 general practice teams across New Zealand, including rural hospitals. They provide continuity of care to diverse patient populations at the heart of their communities and extend access to comprehensive care by working across hospital, health, and community interface.
Women in Health Network
The Women in Health Network is a student-led, not-for-profit organisation with branches located at the University of Auckland and the University of Otago.
Established in 2017, WiHN aims to nurture the next generation of wāhine and non-binary health professionals and eliminate gender inequities across the health sector.
Our mentoring programme connects first-year students with older students to encourage a smooth transition into university. Through our events programme, we provide educational and networking opportunities to wāhine studying health-related degrees.
Connect with us:
Facebook and LinkedIn: Women in Health Network
Instagram: @wihn_uoa & @wihn_otago
Website: wihn.org.nz
Email: info@wihn.org.nz
Tāmaki Makaurau Office Architecture
TOA Architects are a kaupapa Māori based architecture and design firm based in Tāmaki Makaurau and Rotorua with 21 staff of which almost two thirds whakapapa Māori. For the last 12 years TOA have designed and delivered projects though out Aotearoa including in the health and hauora space bringing particular expertise in kaupapa Māori design and delivering Māori outcomes through out the built environment. Notable Health projects by TOA Architects have been Starship Whiti Ora, Te Kotukutuku in Otara and Mauri Ora acute mental health unit in Rotorua currently under construction (in partnership with Chowhill).
Clinicians
Clinicians is a supplement company that was created by two pharmacists in 1997, with the concept of creating supplements to work alongside medications. We now have over 80 products and are the number one Women’s brand in NZ pharmacy, with products like Flora Restore, Women’s Hormone Support and Bladder Support being long-term favourites.
We are New Zealand owned, part of Douglas Pharmaceuticals Ltd and our formulation team in Auckland looks to create leading-edge innovative products. Our products are formulated to be research-based, with high-quality ingredients that are bioavailable and in amounts that will work.
NUBU Pharmaceuticals
Founded in 2017, NUBU Pharmaceuticals is New Zealand's leading medicinal cannabis company. We distribute Aotearoa's largest range of medicinal cannabis products, including the only legal medicinal vaporiser designed for cannabinoid inhalation.
Driven by affordability and accessibility, NUBU sources products from New Zealand and around the world to ensure patients have access to a range of treatment options.
To support healthcare professionals, NUBU has the largest cannabis education team in the country offering high-quality medicinal cannabis education. The team and their resources aim to simplify patient management and provide practical assistance in navigating the evolving field of medicinal cannabis.
Skin Cancer Symposiums
Skin Cancer Symposiums offer in-person and online Dermatoscopy training by leading skin cancer experts.
Our courses have been designed to break down dermatoscopy teaching into simple, easy to follow algorithms that enable clinicians to confidently assess whether a skin lesion is benign or malignant, and how to best proceed.
Our primary focus is to reduce global morbidity and mortality from skin cancer. We hope that you will join us in our efforts to fulfil this goal.
Supporting sponsors
The Goodfellow Unit
The Goodfellow Unit (GFU) is the premier provider of continuing professional development for primary healthcare practitioners. It is located within the Department of General Practice and Primary Healthcare, University of Auckland, and is a registered continuing medical education/continuing professional development provider for the RNZCGP.
The GFU holds an annual Goodfellow Symposium as well as other events for primary healthcare professionals. It also produces high quality web-based continuing education using advanced learning technology and evidence-based content to improve clinical practice, including podcasts, Gems, MedCases and short online courses. All of our programmes are developed by both primary and specialist healthcare professionals for their peers.