Women's Health. Reimagined.
I’m Dr Samantha Newman, a General Practitioner and one of New Zealand’s leading educators in women’s health.
At FemaleGP, I’ve created a private clinic where women of all ages can get the time, attention, and evidence-based care they deserve. I work alongside your regular GP, offering specialist insight and support to help you feel like yourself again.
Whether you're seeking clarity, symptom relief, or simply to talk to a doctor who truly listens, I'm so glad you’ve found your way here.
Let’s navigate this journey together.
Women have health conditions related to all stages of life. These are significantly affected by hormones, which also change throughout life. I apply a western medical approach looking at women as a whole.
We are not static. Things change in our bodies, minds and situations month to month, and year to year. Health is influenced by physical health and mental health. I bring these two concepts together, to help you move forward. I empower women to decide what is best for them. I give informed choices, in both oral and written forms, and time. Time to listen, time to ask questions and time for all of us to put things together and make an individualised plan.
Not just a GP
Clinic & Appointments
Our longer appointments provide holistic support beyond just physical health. We stay in touch post-appointment through our secure patient portal.
Knowledgebase
Understanding plays a crucial role in achieving good health and overall well-being. Explore our complimentary resources, and our patients receive tailored, personalized information to assist them on their individual paths.
Events
Utilizing our knowledge and tailoring our gatherings, we specialize in creating events that suit your workplace, charity fundraiser, or whanau, whether it be in a virtual setting or in person, encompassing workshops or presentations. Ensuring inclusivity is our top priority. Contact us to plan your next event.
Advisor
Womens health is an exciting space to be in. Dr Samantha is happy to provide professional development plans tailored to your needs. Fee on application
About
Dr. Samantha Newman
MBChB BSc (hons) PGDipOMG
General Practitioner with a Specialist Interest in Women's Health | Honorary Lecturer at the University of Auckland | Adjunct Associate Researcher University of Monash
I qualified from Bristol University Medical School in 2010. I started my clinical training in North-west London, and subsequently started Obstetrics and Gynaecology Specialist Training. In 2013 my husband and I moved to New Zealand. I have been working as a GP since 2015. FemaleGP was established in 2016 to improve access to focused healthcare for women.
In 2020-2021 I was the Clinic Lead of a GP-led prolapse and incontinence clinic at Hawkes Bay Hospital. I worked as a Forensic Medical Examiner for sexual assault for 6 years and have found this experience valuable to my day to day practice. It has always been my ambition to focus on women health and run a specialist clinic. I regularly meet with specialist health care providers in womens health, particularly menopause and reproductive hormone medicine, from all over the world, to ensure I deliver quality healthcare.
I work as a general GP at a local family practice as well as in my private clinic because I believe being an up to date GP is fundamental to providing womens health care. Womens health extends far beyond the ovaries, and traditional female reproductive organs.
I live the ‘kiwi-dream’ on a lifestyle block in Hawkes Bay with my daughter, husband and dogs (as well as the obligatory chickens and sheep). Out of work, I’m either with my family, playing hockey or running with friends. I also love baking and trying my hand at a variety of arts and crafts, particularly with my daughter.
Understanding Your Hormonal Journey
Navigating the complexities of hormonal changes can be a significant part of a woman's health journey. From puberty to menopause, hormones play a crucial role in our physical and emotional well-being. At Female GP, we believe in empowering you with knowledge and support as you traverse this path. Our dedicated team is here to help you understand your body better, manage symptoms, and improve your quality of life. Join us as we explore the intricacies of hormonal health and discover how we can support you every step of the way. For more insights and resources, visit our Hormonal Hikoi page.
Empowering Our Community
Learning Opportunities
Optimising MHT: The role of transdermal estradiol
An informative education session tailored for healthcare professionals about the roles and use of Oestrogel. The Webinar is being hosted by the Goodfellow Unit, and supported by Pharmac.
Menopause and Our Mahi
After great reviews from Dr Sam’s sold-out workplace talk from September, she’s back with version 2.0: Menopause and Our Mahi
Mitigate the effects of menopause in the workplace.
Purchase Webinar for $25
Hormones for Hauora
We have been amazed by the impact of hormones on our patients and their whanau and we want to share it with you.
This 90 minute workshop will take a deep dive into the science, how to communicate and share it, provide you with resources and include ways to support our changing physiology.
