Our work spans undergraduate and postgraduate education, simulation-based learning, primary care research, and partnerships with healthcare providers across Aotearoa New Zealand. Through these activities, we help prepare future health professionals and contribute to the development of high-quality, equitable healthcare services.
What we do
Teaching and learning
We deliver and support teaching across the undergraduate medical programme and contribute to postgraduate and continuing professional education. Our focus is on preparing learners for the realities of contemporary healthcare through clinically relevant, patient-centred education.
Clinical simulation
The UOC Simulation Centre is an integral part of the Department of Primary Health Care. The Centre provides a safe and supportive environment for learners to develop clinical, communication, teamwork, and professional skills through simulation-based education.
Simulation activities support undergraduate and postgraduate training, interprofessional learning, simulation instructor workshops, and research into healthcare education.
Research
Our research addresses challenges facing primary healthcare and aims to improve patient outcomes, healthcare delivery, and health equity. We collaborate with clinicians, researchers, health providers, and communities to generate evidence that informs practice and policy.
Community and clinical partnerships
Strong partnerships with healthcare providers and community organisations are central to our work. These relationships support teaching, research, workforce development, and the delivery of healthcare that meets the needs of our communities.
Areas of focus
- Primary health care
- General practice
- Rural and community health
- Clinical communication
- Interprofessional education
- Simulation-based learning
- Health services research
- Workforce development
- Equity and access to care
Explore our department
Our people
List of staff in the Department of Primary Health Care, Christchurch. Includes linkes to profiles where available.
UOC Simulation Centre
For students to develop skills consistent with medical education best practice
General Practice Research Group
Research in General Practice, Department of Primary Health Care (Christchurch) at the University of Otago.
Contacts
Contact details for the Department of Primary Health Care (Christchurch) at the University of Otago, Christchurch.