Melanie McDowall

RN
Tend Invercargill Don Street Medical Centre
Tend Invercargill Elles Road Medical Centre
English

Melanie has always wanted to become a Registered Nurse. After initially working as a dental assistant, she eventually followed her passion and completed her Bachelor of Nursing at Southern Institute of Technology alongside her daughter. She has a particular interest in immunisations, cervical screening, sexual health and women’s health.

Her interest in epidemiology during her nursing studies also sparked a passion for communicable diseases and prevention. For Melanie, building genuine therapeutic relationships with patients is one of the most rewarding parts of nursing. She enjoys taking the time to listen and support her patients and appreciates knowing that she has made a positive difference to their experience.
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Outside of work, Melanie enjoys reading, watching movies, going for daily walks to stay active and spending time with her family

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I enjoy building genuine relationships with my patients and helping them feel comfortable and supported.
MEDICAL INTERESTS
Women's health
Women's health focuses on both common and unique aspects, including reproductive health, breast health, gynecological concerns, hormonal changes and mental health.
Sexual health
Sexual health involves maintaining well-being in your sexual life, including safe sex practices, using contraception when needed, and preventing sexually transmitted infections (STIs).
Immunisations
Immunisations, also called vaccines, are shots or medicines given to protect you from certain diseases by teaching your immune system how to fight them.