Practical gastroenterology CME education for primary care

Join Waitemata Endoscopy for our free, RNZCGP CPD-accredited gastroenterology education evenings in Auckland.

Designed for general practitioners and nurse practitioners, our CME programme provides practical, evidence-based updates on common gastrointestinal conditions, advances in endoscopy and clinical decision-making.

Since 2023, we have delivered dozens of dedicated educational events each year, bringing together primary care clinicians and local specialists for interactive learning, case discussions and professional networking.

Upcoming CME evenings

UPCOMING CME EVENING

19th Birthday CME Evening
Waitemata Endoscopy – North Harbour

Thursday 29 October 2026

Dr Carl Freyer Against the Grain: A GP's Guide to Coeliac Disease
Dr Anthony Brownson Loose Ends: Solving the Puzzle of Chronic Diarrhoea
Chair

Dr Ali Jafer

Time

Welcome drinks and food from 6:00 pm.
Presentations commence at 6:15 pm.

Venue

Waitemata Endoscopy – North
212 Wairau Road, Entrance A
Wairau Valley, Auckland

UPCOMING CME EVENING

Top to Bottom – Gastroenterology & Gastrointestinal Surgery
Waitemata Endoscopy – WEST

Thursday 12 November 2026

Mr Shahed Yassaie Colorectal Cancer: Beyond the Scalpel – What's New in Management?
Dr Cameron Schauer End of Year Upper GI Greatest Hits
CPD accreditation

RNZCGP endorsed – up to 3 CME credits

Time

Welcome drinks and food from 6:00 pm.
Presentations commence at 6:20 pm.
Discussion at 7:50 pm.
Close at 8:00 pm.

Venue

Waitemata Endoscopy – WEST
53 Lincoln Road
Henderson, Auckland 0610
Free parking onsite

Registration closes Friday 6 November 2026.
Spaces are limited. Please provide your name, NZMC number, mobile number and any dietary requirements when registering.

Register for our upcoming CME evenings

Complete the form below to register your attendance. Please indicate which CME evening you wish to attend. Places are subject to availability.

Name *
Email *
NZMC / NZNC No. *
Which event would you like to attend? *
Dietary Requirements
Name of Medical Practice *

CME at your practice or peer group

Would your practice or peer group benefit from a dedicated gastroenterology education session? Our specialists can provide practical, clinically relevant presentations tailored to your team's needs.

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About our CME programme

Waitemata Endoscopy provides regular Continuing Medical Education evenings for general practitioners and nurse practitioners across Auckland.

Our sessions focus on the diagnosis, investigation and management of gastrointestinal conditions encountered in everyday general practice. Presentations are delivered by experienced gastroenterologists, surgeons and other relevant specialists.

Expert-led education

Practical updates from specialists in gastroenterology, colorectal surgery and interventional endoscopy.

Clinical relevance

Real-world case discussions, referral pathways, red flags and evidence-based management strategies.

Interactive learning

Opportunities to ask questions, discuss difficult cases and connect with local specialists.

RNZCGP CPD accreditation

Our CME programme includes RNZCGP-accredited educational activities to support continuing professional development. Nurse practitioners are welcome to attend, and a certificate of attendance can be provided on request.

Suggest a future CME topic

We welcome suggestions for future gastroenterology education sessions, including topics relevant to general practice, emerging therapies, diagnostic approaches and endoscopy.

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