MedOnline
Starting small, but with big intentions, we intend will be expanding to bring a wide range of GP services to you via the web.
Dr Rory Johnston
FRNZCGP, MRCGP (2016), BMBSRory has worked as a GP in the UK and New Zealand. His specialist interests within GP are mental health, musculoskeletal problems and cholesterol management. He has rapidly become one of the busiest prescribers of PrEP in New Zealand thanks to the Burnett Foundation (formerly NZ AIDS Foundation).
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Dr Nicky Anto
MRCGP, BMBS, DRCOGDr Anto studied medicine by the south coast of England, followed by further training at hospitals and clinics in Oxford and East London. After 10 years in the UK, he has crossed the pond to experience life in New Zealand, and join the team here at MedOnline. He enjoys all aspects of General Practice, and looks forward to making a positive impact in the community.
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Dr Andrew Nelson
MBChBDr Andrew is excited to be part of the team at MedOnline. He came to medicine later in life after a career in the UK and Germany with the British Army, completing his medical degree at the University of Auckland. He lives in Auckland with his wife and young daughter, and has a particular interest in men’s health.
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Dr Sandhya Ramanathan
BSc(Med), MBBS (Hons), DCH, FRACGP, FRNZCGPDr Sandhya is an Australian trained GP with over 20 years of clinical experience. She has been practising in Auckland since 2008 after relocating to NZ with her family. She loves every aspect of general practice and is a passionate advocate of preventative medicine and holistic health. She also speak Hindi fluently. In her spare time Dr Sandhya enjoys her role as a social media influencer thanks to her globally acclaimed YouTube health videos.
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Dr Naveed Howey
MBChB, BMedSc(Hons), FRNZCGPDr Howey is originally from South Canterbury. He studied medicine at the University of Otago, graduating in 2010. Prior to finally settling in Christchurch, he has worked in practices in Hawke’s Bay and the Bay of Plenty. He enjoys the variety of General Practice and the opportunity to build relationships, navigate and optimise health with each patient over time.
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Dr Christina Mpungose
BSc, MBChbDr Christina is excited to be a member of the MedOnline team. She is a New Zealand trained doctor, and after receiving her degree from Otago University, has spent the last 4 years primarily working in hospitals in the lower North Island. Whilst Christina has experience working in General Surgery, she has a wide ranging interest in all areas of General Practice.
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Dr Shelley Yip
MBChB FRNZCGDr Shelley grew up in Auckland and graduated from Auckland School of medicine in 2001. She worked in hospitals in Auckland and also spent 3 years doing post graduate research in bariatric surgery. She brings vast knowledge and experience in all medical subspecialties in particular in diabetes and endocrinology. She has been working in General practice since 2015 and has a passion for internal medicine and women's health. She is friendly, approachable and is fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese. She loves music, hiking, skiing, spending time with her three boys and her dog.
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Dr Emma Driehuis
BSc, MBChbDr Emma was born and raised in The Netherlands and graduated from Amsterdam VU University Medical School in 2014. In 2021 she completed her General Practice training and worked as a GP in the Netherlands before moving to Auckland in 2025 with her Kiwi partner. She has a broad interest in all areas of general practice, including preventative care, women’s health, and chronic disease management. Outside of work, she enjoys exploring and hiking the beautiful NZ scenery, travelling, and going to the gym.
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Dr Sasha Kovalev
BSc, MBChbDr Sasha grew up in the Netherlands and developed an early passion for healthcare and science. She completed her medical training at Utrecht University and went on to complete her General Practice specialisation at the VU University in Amsterdam. She has worked as a general practitioner in Amsterdam since 2021, gaining broad experience in primary care, particularly within diverse and urban populations. Her clinical interests include dermatology, infectious disease, and women's health. She is committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care, with a focus on long-term patient wellbeing. Outside of her medical work, Sasha enjoys an active lifestyle together with her Kiwi family. She spends her free time running, practicing yoga, and exploring the outdoors.
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