Rural doctor trainee – why we need more rural health professionals

Dr James Gardiner

26 Aug 2024

NZ Herald

James Gardiner enjoys the closer relationships he has with patients.

The Dannevirke-based doctor is currently working at Tararua Health Group as a rural hospital medical trainee.

He says he is meant to stay with the programme for about six months, but adds there is a reasonable chance he may stay longer.

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