Dr Paul Peterson has been a Partner at Papanui Medical Centre since 1987.
He has over 30 years’ experience providing care to patients both in clinic and in rest homes and private hospitals.
Paul has special interests in general medicine, geriatric medicine and cold weather medicine. He is currently a medical assessor for Antarctica New Zealand.
Paul works at the practice Monday to Thursday.
Karen trained at Otago Medical School and Christchurch Clinical School. She has been based in Christchurch since. She has diplomas in children’s and women’s health. She enjoys the range of general practice, especially children, family medicine, and women’s health. Outside of medicine, Karen enjoys spending time with her family. She is happily married and the mother to two boys, who keep her very busy. She enjoys the company of friends, keeping fit, the outdoors, skiing, travel and reading. Presently Karen does not work Fridays.
Dr Dickinson is a partner of the practice.
Paula has been working as a partner at Papanui Medical Centre since 2011. Paula attended Otago Medical School in Dunedin and she completed her clinical years in Wellington. Paula completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and then a Diploma in Child Health. She has completed courses in trauma management, advanced paediatric life support and she undertook extra training in Plastic Surgery at Burwood Hospital. She has in the last few years done some extra dermatology training.
Paula is married and has three children, who have all recently left home, so she and her husband are adjusting to life with an empty nest. She enjoys watching Clint Eastwood movies, running ( although absolutely no athletic prowess), cooking and enjoying the outdoors. Paula works all day Monday, all day Tuesday, Thursday morning and Friday afternoon.
Robyn joined Papanui Medical Centre in 2005 having worked for several years as a locum in the practice. Her interests are in orthopaedics, sports, and family medicine. Robyn enjoys getting to know people and treating the whole person. “Understanding the whole person helps me decide what medical advice will work best.” says Robyn.
Robyn lives with her partner and their dogs, parrots and varied other livestock. For relaxation she shows dogs and has an interest in photography. She is interested in the martial arts, having practised Muay Thai and Karate.
Dr Hay is a partner of the practice.
Colin is from Ireland, where he trained and qualified before coming to New Zealand in 2005 with his family . He completed his New Zealand GP Fellowship in 2010. Colin has broad experience and qualifications in hospital medicine, emergency medicine and psychiatry. His interests are geriatrics & palliative care , general medicine ,dermatology and Childrens Health. He loves being a GP because of the privilege of getting to know the whole person and their family, together with using a more patient-centred approach to healthcare. His interests are music, sports, travel, the arts and enjoying the outdoors .
Dr Colin Waugh is a partner of the practice.
Dr Lucy Henry is a Partner of the Papanui Medical Centre. She grew up in Christchurch and graduated from the University of Otago in 2014.
Lucy gained a broad range of experience at Christchurch Hospital before commencing her General Practice career. She joined Papanui Medical Centre in 2018.
Lucy has a special interest in women’s and children’s health. Dr Henry also attends to the healthcare needs for the residents in several local Resthomes with experience in older persons health and palliative care. In 2017 she obtained a Postgraduate Diploma in Child Health (with Distinction) and a Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology from the University of Otago.
Outside of work, Lucy enjoys running, tramping, skiing and travelling with her husband Sam.
Dr Lauren Goldschmidt is a Partner of the practice. Lauren grew up and completed her medical training in London. She also has qualifications in Family Planning and Obstetrics & Gynaecology and can fit IUD’s at the practice. She enjoys all the challenges of general practice and building good relationships with patients and their families. When not working Lauren likes to walk in the Port Hills with her young family and their dog.
Dr Jessica Kokshoorn is a Partner at the practice. Jessica grew up in Greymouth and attended Otago Medical School in Dunedin. She worked at Christchurch Hospital before making the move to General Practice.
Jessica enjoys the variety of General Practice and building relationships with patients and their whānau. Her special interests include Paediatrics and Women’s Health. Outside of work she enjoys hockey, skiing and yoga.
Anthony moved to Christchurch after 29 years of rural general practice in Ngatea, in the North Waikato after growing up and attending university in Auckland.
He has enjoyed the continuity of care and application of evidence based medical knowledge within a rural community of which he and his family have been a part of for a long time. He is especially interested in being part of a primary health care team, particularly in looking after patients with long term conditions such as diabetes and heart disease. The generalism needed in rural practice has meant developing skills and providing a range of services such as minor surgery, adolescent health and palliative care.
His wife is a Cantabrian and they have four children. They are both excited about being in Christchurch, a city where he has spent a lot of time over the years.
Anthony is looking forward to having a little more time to pursue his other interests which include trail running and music, specifically playing guitar and singing, and hopes to become involved in other activities in the Christchurch community – starting with a Te Reo course.
Dr Charlotte East is excited yet humbled to be taking over the practice of Dr Linda Gibb and looks forward to building relationships with these patients.
Charlotte brings a patient centered approach to family medicine and enjoys working alongside people to manage their health concerns. She enjoys all aspects of general practice with a special interest in child health and has postgraduate qualifications in this field.
Charlotte lives locally with her husband and three young children. Outside of work Charlotte enjoys reading about architecture, photography and spending time with family.
Returning in late October 2025: Christina was born in Wellington but now consider Christchurch her home, although is still an avid black and yellow supporter, much to her husband’s distain. She graduated from Otago Medical School in 2019 and has a diploma in Childrens Health. Her interests include geriatric and paediatric medicine. Outside of work, Christina enjoys swimming, cycling and running in the port hills.
Returning in November 2025: I am from Ōtautahi and I have an interest in Paediatric Medicine and Women’s Health. I enjoy working with communities from different backgrounds and socioeconomic status and learning from colleagues who have a wide range of expertise. Outside of work I am enjoying my young family, going on walks, playing tennis, reading, and spending time with my wider family and friends.
Outside of work Martinique loves adventuring outdoors, travelling, cooking, and enjoying a good book.
Umaya grew up in Wellington and graduated from Otago Medical School in 2020. She was working in Christchurch Hospital before moving into General Practice. She has an interest in Women’s Health and has completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Obstetrics and Medical Gynaecology. Outside of medicine, she enjoys going for walks, travelling, reading books and painting.