Our Doctors
Dr Linda Dear
MB BS (London) , FRNZCGP, BA (Hons) Psychology, DRCOG, MSCP
Originally from the UK, Linda moved to New Zealand in 2014.
In her younger years, she was a British Rhythmic Gymnast competing all over the world including at the 1994 Commonwealth Games where she won a bronze medal. She then went on to work as a Personal Fitness Trainer and Ashtanga Yoga Teacher.
In 2002, she completed a Psychology degree from the University of Manchester and then worked as a Research Psychologist at the Institute of Psychiatry in Kings College London. She has also completed post-graduate training in the ACT model of psychotherapy.
In 2011 she graduated from University College London Medical School. She then obtained a Post-graduate diploma from the UK Royal College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 2013. She is a Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners.
Linda is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP). The Menopause Society (formerly NAMS) is regarded as the leading global authority on Menopause.
She is also a member of the Australasian Menopause Society, the British Menopause Society, the North American Menopause Society and the European Menopause and Andropause Society.
Expert Knowledge
We provide consultations based on the most up-to-date global research on Hormone treatments and menopause management.
Menopause Focussed
We are solely focussed on the needs of women in this phase of life and offer a more detailed and comprehensive service than a standard GP appointment
Longer Consults
We offer extended 45-minute consultations instead of the typical 15-minute appointments to ensure you do not feel rushed and can have all your concerns addressed fully.
Holistic Approach
While treatment with hormones is a key part of what we offer, we believe in treating the whole person. Our team can also advise on nutrition, lifestyle and natural approaches to help you thrive in this life-phase.