DOCTORS
DR PATTI PIPER
Dr Patti Piper is an Auckland graduate and a Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners with over 20 years experience in general practice. She enjoys every aspect of family medicine from the care of new born babies to the elderly. Patti has a special interest in Skin cancer surgery. She holds a Diploma in Dermoscopy (Skin cancer diagnosis) and a Diploma in Aesthetic Medicine. Patti is a teacher of GP trainee doctors at our practice. She has two lovely grown up children, Maddy and Harry, and when not working will be in her garden, out with friends, at the movies or doing something arty.
DR HEATHER MURRAY
Dr Heather Murray is an Auckland graduate who joined us near the end of 2015 after returning to work from maternity leave. She has recently received her fellowship of the College of General Practitioners and has a Diploma in Child Health (Paediatrics). Heather has two young children who she enjoys spending time with in some of the many available community activities when not at work.
DR MEG THOMSON
Dr Meg Thomson trained in the UK and graduated in 1999. She moved to New Zealand in 2007 with her Kiwi husband. She has worked in Auckland in both General Practice and Accident and Medical Clinics. She is a Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners (FRNZCGP) and has diplomas in Obstetrics and Gynaecology and in Sexual and Reproductive Health. She enjoys all aspects of General Practise and has a particular interest in women's health, children and palliative care. She lives locally and, outside of work, you might find her out and about with her young daughter.
DR TINA HUANG
Dr Tina Huang graduated from the University of Otago in 2003 and has been working as a GP since 2009. Tina enjoys all aspects of general practice especially children`s health and chronic disease management. She is a fellow of the RNZCGP and has a diploma in child health. She has two kids under 5 that keep her very busy.
DR MICHELLE KWEON
Dr Michelle Kweon Graduated from the University of Otago . She has a surgical and urgent care background. Has recently started GP training in 2018 and is enjoying every aspect of GP work. When not working, is a busy mum of 2 boys.
DR MICHELLE TAN
Dr Michelle Tan is originally from Malaysia and graduated from the University of Auckland. She joined Sunset Road Family Doctors at the end of 2021, and she is currently working towards gaining fellowship. Michelle enjoys all aspects of GP work. At home, she spends most of her time with her toddler. (Currently on Maternity leave)
NURSE PRACTITIONER
NP ELLE DAGLEY
Nurse Practitioner Elle Dagley is a graduate of Auckland University with a Master of Nursing. She has worked predominently in general practices across the greater Auckland region, holds a diploma in long term condition management and will complete a diploma in child health in early 2024. Her passion for education and empowering self-care are a perfect fit for general practice. When not at work, Elle enjoys time with her family and friends, gardening and outdoor activities.
NURSES
NATASJA
Natasja is from South Africa and is so happy to call New Zealand her home now. She is a mom and a wife and loves spending time with family and friends. She believes in kindness and spreading a little sunshine everyday. If you do one good thing a day for somebody, no matter how small….that day is a good day.
RACHAEL
Rachael has been working in a variety of nursing areas including surgical, medical, palliative care and management roles. She enjoys all aspect of general practice. When not working, Rachael spends time with family.
LIZ
Liz trained and worked in Wellington before moving to Auckland in 2006. Her experience ranges from obstetrics to care for the elderly, with the last 20 years working in Primary health care i.e. GP Practice and Accident and Medical. Liz enjoys working with the supportive team at Sunset Road and values the relationships that can be built with patients at the practice.
Mary
Mary graduated in 2018 from the University of Auckland, completed postgraduate studies in Mental Health & Addictions, and specialised in mental health for older adults before moving to Sunset Road Family Doctors. She loves working with a variety of age groups and learning new things at the practice every day. When not at work, she likes to spend time with her partner and her pet cat.
RECEPTIONISTS
KELLY
Kelly has worked in Primary Care as a Receptionist and a Clinical Assistant for over 20 years both in the UK and NZ. Kelly is focused not only on ensuring the patients have a good experience when attending the clinic but also the Sunset Team have a great day too. When not at work Kelly enjoys gardening, beach days and dining out.
STEPHANIE
Stephanie is currently studying at The University of Auckland while working part time at our practice. She can speak mandarin, cantonese and samoan. If she is not working or studying, she will be out on adventures with her dog.
RULANDI
Rulandi has joined the Sunset team after returning from maternity leave, she is a Mum to a Beautiful little girl, When Rulandi is not at work she’s enjoying helping those around her, and spending quality time with her daughter and her large South African family.
PRACTICE MANAGER
KIRSTEN
Kirsten joined the Sunset team in late 2016 working on reception and completing her PMAANZ Practice Management papers. In 2021 Kirsten became acting Practice Manager and has now taken over the role permanently. Kirsten enjoys the variety that Practice Management offers. Outside of work, Kirsten enjoys spending time with her two beautiful children.