WeCare Ilam

Our Ilam clinic is located at 215 Waimairi road, just past the Ilam pharmacy block of shops

WeCare Ilam is a comprehensive clinic offering full general practice services

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Services we offer at WeCare Ilam

CareNow

Fast, affordable, care for a set range of minor ailments and injuries, delivered by nurses & allied health.

MedDirect

Regular medication organised and delivered for the year.

GeneralPractice

Non-urgent, pre-booked care with a provider of your choice. Exclusive to WeCare enrolled patients.

Dr. John Ko

Medical Director; RNZCGP Fellow

Dr. John Ko is a senior doctor at WeCare with a broad background in hospital and primary care. As Medical Director, he supports our clinical team and leads service delivery with a focus on innovating primary care to make it more accessible, and responsive to everyday health needs.

Languages spoken: English & Korean

Dr. Sweet Lin Chan

Advanced Clinician: General Practitioner

Dr. Sweet Lin Chan is a doctor at WeCare who trained at Otago University and began her career as a hospital doctor before moving into general practice. She takes a calm, practical approach to care, with particular interests in women’s health and child health.

Languages spoken: English

Charlotte Callaghan

Advanced Clinician: Nurse Prescriber

Charlotte Callaghan is a Nurse Prescriber at WeCare with a broad clinical background across acute and long-term care. Charlotte provides advanced, practical care and takes a calm, collaborative approach with patients.

Languages spoken: English

Matthew Brewer

Advanced Clinician: Physician Associate

Matthew Brewer is a Physician Associate at WeCare, from the University of Surrey in the United Kingdom. He has worked in urgent care within the NHS, focusing on minor injuries, respiratory and cardiovascular health. Matthew takes a compassionate, thorough, and collaborative approach to care.

Languages spoken: English