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FemaleGP

Dr Samantha Newman MBChB BSc (hons) DipOMG

FemaleGP

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Dr Samantha Newman MBChB BSc (hons) DipOMG

FemaleGP is a clinic I founded based on what truly makes sense to me in medicine — thoughtful, individualised care grounded in connection and clarity. While I have wonderful support behind the scenes, I'm the one you'll see, hear from, and work with — so I can focus on the good stuff: listening, linking the puzzle pieces, and helping you feel better.

I provide thoughtful, whole-person care for women of all ages, creating space to reflect, ask questions, and feel truly heard. My clinic helps connect the dots across your health journey, with a focus on collaboration — including working alongside your GP — and ongoing support where needed

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One of the most rewarding parts of my work is finding the right healthcare professional for the right patient. It's something I truly believe in, and I’ve learned that it’s a deeply personal process. Every patient is different, and so is their care. It’s about setting people up to succeed, and that’s really what drove me to start the web.


I’m not the right doctor for everyone, and that’s perfectly okay. We all have different needs, and I respect that. But there are times when you just know that making the effort to help someone is worth it. It’s not about a one-size-fits-all approach; it’s about recognizing what a person needs and finding the best way to support them. That knowledge—the ability to understand why someone is worth the effort—can be transformative.


This is why I want everyone to have access to this kind of knowledge. Imagine if this approach were built into our healthcare system. What if we could all find the right professional for our needs, not just the one we happen to be assigned to? I envision a health system where matching the right professionals with the right patients is the norm, not the exception.


When healthcare is tailored to the individual, it’s not just about addressing physical symptoms. It’s about treating the whole person—their unique story, goals, and challenges. This shift could change everything. It could lead to better outcomes, deeper trust between patients and providers, and, ultimately, more empowered individuals who feel seen and heard.


So, as I work on this web and my practice, my goal is to share that knowledge, to empower patients, and to remind us all that the best care doesn’t come from simply seeing a doctor—it comes from finding the right doctor for you. And that’s a journey I’m excited to continue.

Because a picture tells a thousand words...

Roses

From my garden in Pakowhai. I love being in nature — it's more than just a backdrop; it’s medicine. Walks surrounded by trees and birdsong lower our heart rate more than a stroll through town. Nature’s power really hit home for me after Cyclone Gabrielle, when so much of our whenua was damaged or lost. At the same time, I was seeing wāhine whose hormonal symptoms and menopause had intensified — a reminder that our bodies are deeply connected to the land around us.

Outside time

A dream would be to consult outside!! In the fresh air, feeling the breeze and hearing the bird call.

Visual learner

 I spend my day drawing diagrams of concepts, organs, and body parts. Here is a drawing of the uterus (womb, wharetangata) with a Mirena intrauterine device sitting snugly

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