Doctors

  • Dr Kavi Deo

    GP I Director

    BSc (Human Anatomy) MBChB FRNZCGP

    Kavi was born in Christchurch and his family originates from Fiji. He completed his medical degree through The University of Auckland.

    Having worked in Grey Lynn for over 5 years he enjoys the relationship he has with his patients – many of them inter-generational.

    He has training in anatomy, radiology, musculoskeletal medicine, cosmetic medicine and is involved in training new GP’s.

    Kavi is experienced in a range of minor surgical procedures offered through Grey Lynn Family Medical Centre.

  • Dr Mish Glauser

    GP I Associate

    MBChB

    Dr Glauser was born and raised in Wellington with Swiss and Samoan whakapapa. She currently lives in the Waitakere ranges. She moved from emergency medicine to general practise in 2020 after recognising her call to remain in relationship with patients. She has been drawn to generalist specialties as it allows her to work with patients holistically.

    Her interests include mind-body medicine, gut health and women’s health. Outside of work you will often find her with her hands in clay at the Titirangi Pottery Club.

  • Dr Anthony Dewan

    GP I Associate

    MBChB FRNZCGP

    Anthony was born and raised in South Auckland and is of Tongan and Fijian Indian descent.

    He completed his medical degree at The University of Auckland in 2014.

    Anthony enjoys all aspects of General Practice with a particular interest in Pacific Health and improving health outcomes for the wider community.

    Anthony has been involved in teaching and education and is an Honorary Senior Lecturer General Practice and Primary Healthcare at the University of Auckland.

  • Dr Susan Zussman

    GP I Associate

    MBChB FRNZCGP

    Susan studied medicine in the UK and moved to New Zealand in 1991. She enjoys all aspects of General Practice with special interests in children’s health, women’s health and preventative health care.

    She values working alongside the dedicated team at GLFMC and the strong and enduring relationships that have been built with the individuals and families who we care for.

  • Dr Neil Hefford

    GP I Associate

    MBChB FRNZCGP

    Neil graduated from Auckland Medical School in 1985 and founded the practice in 1991 and many of his patients have been with him since. He has a particular interest in Health Policy, integrated care, and the well-being of our local community.

    In June 2022 Neil stepped back from managing the practice but continue on in his clinical role as a GP with over 30 years of experience.

  • Dr Adrienne Morales

    GP I Associate

    BSc MBChB PGDip Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology

    Adrienne was born in the Philippines and raised in Auckland. She completed her medical degree at The University of Otago in 2018 and worked in Hawke’s Bay before moving back to Auckland in 2022.

    Adrienne has completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology and is currently working towards completing her GP and Urgent Care Fellowships.

  • Dr Kavita Rao

    GP - Registrar

    Dr Kavita joins us for her 6 month rotation as part of her formal specialist GP training through the Royal NZ College of GPs. Dr Deo will her primary supervisor and educator.

  • Dr Katherine Fricker

    GP I Associate

Nurses

  • Elizabeth (Liz)

    Registered Nurse

    Liz grew up in Northland and recently returned to NZ after living in Melbourne. She has experience in Hospital & Community Addiction Nursing. She is excited to return to Primary Care as she is passionate about preventative Healthcare and advocating for her patients needs.

  • Rebecca

    Registered Nurse

    Becky was originally from Auckland but has spent the last few years working across New Zealand and remote Australia. She brings with her a wide range of experience and skill.

    Becky completed her Bachelor of Nursing through Massey University and is also completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Public Health through the University of Otago.

  • Irene

    Registered Nurse

    Irene completed her Bachelor of Nursing through the University of Auckland and brings with her a wide range of community experience.

    Irene is passionate about chronic care and with working towards broadening her clinical scope to cover nurse prescribing in the years to come.

    Irene can understand Mandarin, Korean and Japanese.

  • Nicole

    Registered Nurse

    Nicole grew up in Northland and has spent the last 8 years nursing in Whangārei. After working in general surgery at Whangārei hospital, she moved into general practice, where she completed her nurse prescriber training.

    She is passionate about supporting people to manage long term conditions, and has a particular interest in diabetes care. 

  • Kristine

    Registered Nurse

Health and Wellbeing Support Team

  • Anna Crawley

    Health Coach

    Anna joined our team in May 2022. Enrolled patients are referred directly to her from our GP’s and nurses.

    Anna provides patient centered support, motivation and guidance to develop the knowledge, skills and confidence in patients to achieve their health and well being goals.

  • Jess Netana

    Health Navigator – Kaimanaaki

  • Helen Wilkinson

    Health Improvement Practitioner

    Helen has a broad range of clinical and non clinical experience. She will be starting with Grey Lynn Family Medical Centre from early May 2024.

  • Sharon Loh

    Clinical Pharmacist

Practice Administration

  • Aggie Vano

    Medical Receptionist.

  • Cathy Hall

    Medical Receptionist.

  • Lynette Tuhipa

    Medical Receptionist

Management

  • Alicia Mamea

    Practice Manager

    Alicia joined team in early 2022. She has over 15 years of management experience in medical centres across New Zealand. Alicia shares our vision for providing patient centred equitable healthcare across the community and is actively working towards this.