Torbay & Long Bay
Medical Centre
TORBAY MEDICAL
1042 Beach Rd, Torbay
09 477 9000
LONG BAY MEDICAL
55a Glenvar Ridge Rd, Long Bay
09 473 0063
PHONE: 09 477 9000
MON-FRI: 8.00am -5pm
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“I have been a patient of Torbay Medical Centre for many years and have been very happy with the attention I have received. I have found the staff there to be so helpful and caring.”
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Phyl Petchel.
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“I have been a patient of Torbay Medical Centre for many years and have been very happy with the attention I have received. I have found the staff there to be so helpful and caring.”
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Phyl Petchel.
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Our Practice
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Torbay Medical Centre, founded in 1989 by Dr John Pollock, strives to be at the heart of a growing community and has now grown to cover Long Bay community. Torbay and Long Bay Medical have 10 General Practitioners along with a dedicated team of nurses, healthcare assistants and administration staff. We are committed to continue a long tradition of excellence.
Our focus is upholding genuine, caring, supportive relationships with our patients. We have a long-standing history with many of our families being cared for throughout generations. This helps to provide continuity of care and gives a level of understanding that can only come with a long association. We look forward to building such relationships with our new patients.
We aim to meet the needs of the community through improved access to care for our patients.
Dr David Thompson - Partner
I have been in general practice for more than 30 years. I hope to bring that experience to the care of my patients. As a GP I have the privilege of being part of the lives of our patients and their families, helping where I can, sharing in their challenges and aspirations. I have extensive experience in tropical/travel medicine. I love seeing both older people and children in my practice, and while providing quality care, it is important to me that their experience be a positive one. When I get free time, I love mountain-biking, climbing, and being ‘Bob the Builder’! I have a wonderful, understanding wife and 2 daughters.
Dr Clare Dudding - Partner
I have been a partner at Torbay Medical Centre since 1993 and am proud to be part of a well-respected, modern general practice. I enjoy all aspects of family medicine and take great heart in having enduring relationships with my patients, in particular the care of women and children. I love all theatre – ballet, music, plays and movies. Being outdoors and regular exercise are an essential part of my life. I have three wonderful children and I love to travel.
Dr Jess Joung - Partner
I graduated from Otago Medical School in 2005. I am a Fellow of Royal NZ College of GP and a GP registrar supervisor. A mum of two school-aged girls, I am passionate about medicine, love learning and value long-term relationships with my patients.
I hold Postgraduate certification in Travel Medicine ( a NZ Travel Society Committee) and Skin Cancer.
I speak fluent English and Korean. I also have a huge passion for children and adolescents’ education and a currently the chairperson of BOT of Harbour Montessori College in Browns Bay. I meditate, enjoy playing hockey/tennis.
Dr Rebecca Higgins - Partner
I grew up in Auckland and graduated from the University of Auckland School of Medicine in 2010. I am a Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners with a post graduate diploma in Paediatrics. My medical interests include paediatric and adolescent medicine. I am a mother and step mother to three girls and in my free time loves to spend time with family, enjoy a coffee with friends and travel.
Dr Michael Leong - Partner
Originally from Malaysia. Since graduating at the Medical School of Auckland University in 2007, I have had the experience of working at various general hospitals in the Auckland region until. In 2019 I joined the College of GP. I thoroughly enjoy working as GP in the community, especially being able to provide the continuity of care to our patients. I live locally with my wife and 2 children. I am able to communicate with patients in Mandarin, Cantonese, English and Malay. Outside work, I love to travel and try new food.
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Dr Jenni Irvine
My family immigrated to NZ in 2018 from South Africa. I studied medicine at the
University of Witwatersrand and then specialized as a GP in the UK and am a member of the RNZCGP. I have a diploma in Dermatology, Therapeutics, Obstetrics and Gynaecology. When not working as a GP, I am working in Appearance Medicine. I love that Medicine is an evolving science and we are always learning and improving the services and care we provide. I have always felt it is a privilege to be a GP. It’s a tough job but the rewards are enormous. I value the relationships we develop with our patients over time, the continuity of care we can provide and our involvement in your Whanau. I am married, have 3 children and one dog. My spare time is spent with my family and friends.
Dr Sunee Kim
After graduating Otago Medical School, with a background BSc degree in reproductive anatomy, I went on to practice medicine in Auckland hospitals and community clinics. I enjoy General Practice as it supports continuity of care and shared decision making with patients. As a mother of a school aged son with eczema, asthma and other allergies, I have been drawn to immunology and completed Postgraduate Certificate in Allergic Disease. Outside of work, I teach Sunday school, enjoy camping, travelling and all the special moments with my family.
Dr Jared Mitchell
I am originally from the North Shore and graduated from Medical School at Auckland University in 2018.
I have gained valuable experience working in a wide range of medical and surgical specialties across all of the hospitals in the Auckland region. I have a post-graduate diploma in Surgical Anatomy from Otago University.
In my spare time I enjoy the outdoors and I am currently learning how to Wing Surf.
Dr Kristy Usher
My family are originally from the UK and I graduated from Manchester Medical School in 2013. After working in the UK for a few years I moved to NZ in 2017. I continued to work in the hospitals across Auckland for another 4 years before doing some teaching and then moving into General Practice. I am enjoying working as a GP Registrar in general practice with the variety of people I get to see each day as well as expecting the unexpected each day! Outside of work I enjoy getting outside, travelling and reading.
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Dr Maja Asani
Kia ora, My name is Maja, and I am from Serbia. After graduating and gaining invaluable experience in emergency medicine , I took a leap of faith in 2018—immigrating to New Zealand and embarking on a rigorous registration process to continue my career. I worked across hospitals on the North Island, honing my skills in diverse medical settings. But some places feel like home, no matter where life takes you. For me, that place is Torbay Medical Centre—the practice that stood by my side throughout my journey. Now, as a proud member of the team, I bring my skills, warmth, and deep passion for patient care to the community I love. Beyond my life in medicine, I am a devoted wife and a mom to a soon-to-be teenage son. I find joy in cooking, sharing laughter with family and friends, and exploring New Zealand—because to me, life is about connection, experiences, and the small moments that make every day special. I strive to be a trusted advocate, a familiar face, and someone who truly understands the importance of both medical excellence and community care.