Rick is a Clinical Pharmacist and currently training to be a Pharmacist Prescriber. He grew up in Christchurch, did his training in Otago, and has worked across the North and South Island as a community pharmacist and tertiary education tutor. 

Rick provides ongoing medicine reviews, therapy assessments and education to anyone on medications. He also works closely with our doctors and nurses on medicine related quality improvements. Medicine therapy assessments are particularly useful for people who may be taking multiple medicines.

Rick is able to consult on minor conditions such as acne, colds, conjunctivitis, constipation, diarrhoea and vomiting, eczema, hay fever, indigestion, smoking cessation, urinary tract infections and weight loss.

He can also consult on long term care conditions such as arthritis, asthma, COPD, depression, diabetes, gout, hypertension, iron deficiency and thyroid problems. He can provide full reviews of your medications, vitamins, and supplements. 

He can also order and interpret laboratory tests, provide vaccinations, and organise your repeat prescriptions.  

In his spare time Rick enjoys snowboarding, kayaking, surfing and spending time with his wife and dog. 

Call reception to book a time to chat with Rick about medication reviews, or if you have a minor condition needing attention.