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Awooya Test News article

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Upcoming Choosing Wisely forum

Choosing Wisely puts the spotlight on unnecessary medical intervention, and the unintended harm that can be caused.

A message for the Muslim community and Christchurch

The Medical Council of New Zealand stands together with the people of Christchurch following Friday's tragic events. Our aroha and manaakitanga go out to everyone, especially the Muslim and Christchurch communities.

Dr Curtis Walker elected Medical Council Chairperson

Dr Curtis Walker (Te Whakatōhea, Ngāti Porou) was today elected chairperson of the Medical Council of New Zealand.He succeeds Mr Andrew Connolly who has been the Council's chair since February 2014. Announcing the appointment, the Council's chief executive, Joan Simeon said Dr Walker would bring “a tremendous depth of knowledge and experience” to the role, which would be invaluable to the Council in its role of protecting public health and safety.

Letter from MCNZ regarding recent strike

The attached letter from Mr Andrew Connolly, Chair of the Medical Council of New Zealand has been sent to the New Zealand Resident Doctors’ Association and the Chief Executive Officers and Chief Medical Officers of all District Health Boards.

Mr Andrew Connolly awarded the New Zealand Order of Merit: Member (MNZM)

Mr Andrew Connolly, chair of the Council was awarded the New Zealand Order of Merit: Member (MNZM) in the 2019 New Year Honours list for services to health.