7 August 2014
Patch test form updated.
20 July 2014
Our patch test form has been updated. We've removed a couple of haptens, added quite a few more, and created a couple of new series (Cheilitis and Leg Ulcer). The paediatric patch test remains on a separate form.
28 April 2014
There's been a few changes at Anwyl recently. We have new carpet, a new steriliser, a new washer-dryer, and are about to get a new server. We are always looking for ways to update and improve.
Last but not least, we have expanded the charities we support. Anwyl now fosters two baby elephants with David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust: Garzi whose mother was killed by poachers, and Sokotei whose mother died of natural causes. Dr Judd supports a number of animal welfare agencies including the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust, Ambosely Trust for Elephants, the World Wildlife Foundation, Save the Elephants as well as local organisations.
Dr Judd gifted baby Sokotei's fostering to our wonderful female staff, to mark Mothers Day. To see a video of Sokotei's dramatic rescue click:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qx1DjgLd-Ig
17 January 2014
We have recently been joined by Trish, our new housekeeper. You might see her on Tuesdays or Fridays. She not only looks after all our cleaning, laundry and shopping, but will make you a cuppa if you're early or if you need a bit of refreshment after surgery; she'll read to your children, or dash to the pharmacy; she'll help you find a sunscreen, or order a taxi. Yes, she's superwoman.
In addition, we have some fresh paint on the parking lines outside our premises, and "Anwyl" signs on the curb in the hopes of increasing your chances of getting a park outside our door, and not having to walk from the other end of the carpark.
16 January 2014
Dr Judd has written a couple more books: A Slightly Larger Book of Kick-Arse Poetry to followup her best-selling (in Mana) A Small Book of Kick-arse Poetry and something completely different but still quirky: The Manual: a Girl Guide for Guys.
For more details and sample extracts from these gems, please click on the images below:
8 November, 2012
Dr Judd has her new book of poetry published in NZ and the USA. For a look at her humourous and quirky verse, click
4 October, 2012:
We were well represented at the recent NZDSI Dermatology conference ( and Dermatology Nurses conference ) in Queenstown in August: Dr Judd presented papers on the use of Dualight targeted UVA1 therapy for the treatment of sclerederma, and also patch testing in the paediatric population. Alison Beauchamp, one of our Dermatherapists, presented our findings on the use of blue light therapy in acne at the nurses’ conference, and also discussed Dualight targeted UVA1 phototherapy for sclerederma
Dr Judd has also presented a paper on skin conditions affecting the leg at the Wound Care Society Conference in July, and has given a talk on dermoscopy to local GP’s. Our own Anwyl Seminar for dermatology nurses and GP’s with an interest in dermatology will be held later this month.
24 June 2012: New staff
There have been quite a few changes recently: we say goodbye ( again ) to Chris - who has retired ( again ), and also to Geraldine - who is moving on to new adventures; and we welcome Ellen - our new practice manager, and Jen and Barbara – who are training to become both phototherapists and dermographers.
The wonderful Ellen comes with a great deal of administrative experience. She has barely hung up her coat, and already she is a positive influence. I’m sure you’ll find, as we do, that she is both charming and efficient.
Barbara and Jen are both making fantastic progress in learning all there is to know about phototherapy, mole photography, and the complexities of our medical software. They have completely different backgrounds, which adds a wonderful depth to our collective knowledge and experience.
New rooms
Anwyl Specialist Medical Centre has expanded into the adjacent premises when they were vacated by Hekia Parata, increasing our size by about 60%. Dr Judd drew up the plans for the fit-out, which were executed by the team from Mana Bathrooms and electrician Steve Payne – who all impressed everyone ( including the neighbors ) with their courtesy, good humour, and expertise. Add to these a whole variety of other skilled technicians and tradesmen ( with the exception of the painters and decorators, as that was Dr Judd and her long-suffering husband, labouring away into the wee hours of the morning ) and the whole project was completed in good time and without anyone having a nervous breakdown.
We now have a purpose built phototherapy suite, with a blue light room for the treatment of acne patients, and a large phototherapy room for our narrow band UVB, targeted phototherapy and photodynamic therapy. The phototherapy room can also be used for minor biopsies ( if our theatre is in use ), as well as dressing changes and removal of sutures, as we moved our old theatre light in there when we bought our new theatre light for our skin surgery theatre. In addition we have a room devoted to patch tests ( which can also be used as an extra consulting room ), and an additional small waiting room.
We have lined the corridor with photographic prints, of the ordinary and the exotic. Anyone is welcome to look at our gallery, and most of the photos are for sale.
The expansion, and the addition of new staff, has meant that we can now offer even more appointments for mole mapping and phototherapy ( including blue light therapy for acne ) in the evenings ( Monday, Thursday and Friday until 7:00pm ) and on Saturday mornings ( from 8:00am until 11:00am ).
6 February 2012: Come and check out our cosmeceuticals!
We have increased our range of the fabulous Glymed Cell Science products. Our dermatherapists can help advise on choice of products - if you would like them to assess your skin and help you to choose sunscreens, moisturisers, cleansers, bleaching creams and products designed to reduce the ravages of time and ultraviolet damage, then ring reception and arrange an appointment. There is no charge for this consultation.
In the waiting room we do have lots of helpful literature about our products, as well as brochures to guide your selection for common problems such as sun-damaged skin, rosacea and blotchy pigmentation. Our reception staff have also received training in these products, and have used many of the products themselves - so if you just passing, drop in and have a browse.
For prices, check our product page here.
8 November 2011: Blue light therapy (read more) is also relatively new to Anwyl. We wanted to provide affordable Blue light treatment for mild to moderate acne. There are 8 treatments over a month, and each treatment takes 20 minutes (but it takes a few minutes to set up, and sometimes we are a few minutes late, so allow 30 minutes or more). It is a very pleasant and relaxing treatment and its ok to bring your iPod or similar to pass the time.
If you are having more than one site treated (eg., face & back) note it is 20 minutes each site (but the charge is the same whether we treat one site or three - just remember to let the receptionist know so she can book in the right length of appointment).
You don't need to see our Dermatologist for this treatment, you can book directly with our Dermatherapists, or your GP or Dermatologist can refer you using the phototherapy referral form which can be downloaded from the "Forms" menu above.
7 November 2011: We have recently obtained a Dualight (read more) for targeted phototherapy. We find that it gives much faster results than total body narrowband UVB when treating psoriasis, on account of the much larger doses which are used. However, it is only suitable for treating localised psoriasis eg., if it only affects the shins, or there are patches on elbows and knees.
In addition to psoriasis, Dualight can be used for treating localised vitiligo, nodular prurigo and other dermatoses which respond to ultraviolet.
You can make an appointment with our Dermatologist, or your Dermatologist can refer you directly to our Dermatherapists for this treatment using our phototherapy referral form which can be downloaded from the "Forms" menu above.