Clinical Services
Our clinic team provides Driver Medicals to support whānau in meeting NZTA requirements for safe driving.
A Driver Medical may be required for whānau with a medical condition that could affect safe driving, or when aged 75 years or older.
The assessment includes:
Please note this service requires a double appointment: 15 minutes with a nēhi, followed by 15 minutes with a tākuta.
Standard fees apply — see below for details. This service is only available for enrolled whānau.
Our clinic team provides ECG (electrocardiogram) testing to assess heart rhythm and overall heart health.
An ECG is a quick, painless test that measures the electrical activity of the heart and helps our clinical team understand how the heart is functioning.
It may be used to:
An ECG appointment takes approximately 10–15 minutes and is completed in clinic.
Standard fees apply — more information can be found below. This service is only available for enrolled whānau.
This service is available Monday–Friday, 8.00 am–5.00 pm
Find answers to common pātai from whānau about ECGs and Driver Medicals.
Fees for these clinical services vary depending on the service and whether whānau hold a Community Services Card (CSC).
● ECG: $15.00 (additional to standard doctor consultation)
● Driver Medicals: $40.00 (with CSC) / $50.00 (without CSC)
A full list of clinical service fees can be found on our Fees & Enrolment page.
A Driver Medical may be required for whānau who:
● Have a medical condition that could affect safe driving
● Are aged 75 years or older
● Are applying for or renewing certain licence classes, such as heavy vehicle licences (classes 2, 3, 4, or 5)
● Are applying for or renewing certain endorsements, such as passenger or driving instructor licences
● Have been asked by NZTA or a hauora provider to complete a medical certificate
● Have new or worsening health conditions that may affect safe driving
More information about when a Driver Medical is required can be found on the Waka Kotahi website.
An ECG (electrocardiogram) is a quick, painless test that measures the electrical activity of the heart. It helps show how the heart is working and can identify changes in heart rhythm or signs of underlying heart conditions.
ECGs may be used when whānau are experiencing symptoms such as:
● Chest pain
● Dizziness or fainting
● Shortness of breath
● Palpitations or irregular heartbeat
They may also be used to:
● Monitor ongoing health conditions or medications
● Assess cardiovascular risk factors such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, mate huka (diabetes), smoking history, and whānau history of heart disease
