Start with a conversation about your gender care.

Gender Care Clinic provides specialist healthcare, advice and support for gender diverse people of all ages from across Aotearoa New Zealand. Whānau, friends and support people are welcome too.

A referral from another healthcare provider is not needed.

You can bring a support person to your appointment.

No referral needed

Email, call or text Gender Care Clinic yourself.

What we can help with

These are the areas people get in touch about. You are welcome to ask a question before you decide anything.

Gender-affirming medical care
Gender-affirming hormonal therapy and medication used to suppress puberty are two of the treatments the clinic provides. Get in touch to ask about them and other options for gender-affirming care.
Support while you are questioning
People who are questioning their gender, and people who are not seeking medical care or surgery, can come to the clinic for support.
Referrals for gender-affirming surgeries
The clinic can refer you for gender-affirming surgeries. The clinic does not perform surgery itself.
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Who the clinic is for

Gender Care Clinic sees gender diverse people of all ages. Whānau, friends and support people are part of that.

Patients of all ages are seen at the clinic.

Any patient can bring a support person to an appointment.

If you are under 18, we encourage you to come with a supportive adult.

Whānau and friends are welcome to ask questions too.

About the clinic

Gender Care Clinic runs from Tamatea Medical Centre in Napier and sees people from across Aotearoa New Zealand.

What you can expect

You can contact the clinic yourself, without a referral.

You can bring a support person with you.

You can come while you are still working out what you want.

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Gender care at Tamatea Medical Centre

The clinic is based in Tamatea, Napier.

Tamatea Medical Centre

18-20 Durham Ave, Tamatea

Napier, Hawke's Bay

Questions people ask

  • Is there an age limit?

    The clinic sees patients of all ages.

  • Can I bring someone with me?

    Yes. Any patient can bring a support person. If you are under 18, we encourage you to come with a supportive adult.

  • Is the care funded?

    Please get in touch to find out if there is funding available. This will depend on the region you are from and the services you require.

  • Do I need a referral from my doctor?

    No. Anyone can refer themselves to Gender Care Clinic by emailing, calling or texting the clinic. A referral from another healthcare provider is not required.

  • Can I come if I am still questioning?

    Yes. People who are questioning their gender, and people who are not seeking medical care or surgery, can come to the clinic for support.

  • What if I cannot come into the clinic for some reason? Is there a video link option?

    Yes, we provide telehealth services for those who are unable to come in person or live far away. Please contact us for more information on this option.

Get in touch when you are ready

Email, call or text the clinic. You are welcome to ask a question first.

Health professionals can refer a patient or contact the clinic to talk about a referral first. See how to refer a patient.

Gender Care Clinic

Tamatea Medical Centre

18-20 Durham Ave, Tamatea

Napier, Hawke's Bay 

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If it is an emergency, call 111. Gender Care Clinic is not an emergency service.

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