The clinic is staffed by part-time Hepatitis C Community Nurses and a Nurse Practitioner (3 hours per week).
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Hepatitis C Community Clinic
10 Washington Way, Christchurch
Contact Details
Phone (03) 377 8689
Email hepc@rwc.org.nz
Street Address
10 Washington Way
Sydenham
Christchurch
Canterbury 8011
Description
The Hepatitis C Community Clinic offers a non-judgmental and confidential service to support people through testing, monitoring and treatment of those living with hepatitis C.
Staff
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Fees and Charges Description
There is no cost to the client to access Clinic services.
Hours
9:00 AM to 3:30 PM.
| Mon | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM |
| Wed – Thu | 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM |
Public Holidays: Closed ANZAC Day (25 Apr), King's Birthday (3 Jun), Matariki (28 Jun), Labour Day (28 Oct), Canterbury Anniversary (15 Nov), Waitangi Day (6 Feb), Good Friday (18 Apr), Easter Sunday (20 Apr), Easter Monday (21 Apr).
Languages Spoken
English
Programmes
We are a FREE, confidential and non-judgemental service that provides hepatitis C testing, advice, information, support, referrals and treatment. We offer hepatitis C treatment onsite which includes further screening, assessment and FibroScan (assesses liver stiffness) for those seeking treatment. People diagnosed with cirrhosis (severe liver scarring) are referred into specialist care at Christchurch Hospital. As required, staff provide outreach to AOD and other mental health services within Christchurch city.
We are a FREE, confidential and non-judgemental service that provides hepatitis C testing, advice, information, support, referrals and treatment. We offer hepatitis C treatment onsite which includes further screening, assessment and FibroScan (assesses liver stiffness) for those seeking treatment. People diagnosed with cirrhosis (severe liver scarring) are referred into specialist care at Christchurch Hospital. As required, staff provide outreach to AOD and other mental health services within Christchurch city.
- Programme Areas
Addictions - drug & alcohol
- Programme Type
Community / social support (AOD)
- Regions
Canterbury
- Age Groups
Adult / Pakeke
- Referral Types
Self referral, GP, DHB clinical services, Corrections
Referral Process
Clients may self refer or be referred by other services or health providers.
The clinic is open to anyone who has reason to believe they have been exposed to Hepatitis C and who wish to undertake testing and/or treatment.
Description
We are a FREE, confidential and non-judgemental service that provides hepatitis C testing, advice, information, support, referrals and treatment.
We offer hepatitis C treatment onsite which includes further screening, assessment and FibroScan (assesses liver stiffness) for those seeking treatment.
People diagnosed with cirrhosis (severe liver scarring) are referred into specialist care at Christchurch Hospital.
As required, staff provide outreach to AOD and other mental health services within Christchurch city.
Additional Details
Face to face / Kanohi ki te Kanohi
Parking
There is some onsite parking available.
Website
https://healthpoint.co.nz/mental-health-addictions/mental-health-addictions/hepatitis-c-community-clinic/