ABOUT US.
At Torbay Medical Centre, we pride ourselves on being a family medical centre nestled in the heart of Torbay. Our friendly and knowledgeable doctors are dedicated to providing exceptional care for you and your loved ones. With a long-standing reputation since 1989, we serve the residents of Torbay, Long Bay, and surrounding areas. Our commitment to community health is reflected in our comprehensive services, including in-house blood testing, ensuring that your healthcare needs are met right here in our welcoming clinic.
OUR DOCTORS
Dr Clare Dudding
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. I love all theatre – ballet, music, plays and movies. Being outdoors and regular exercise are an essential part of my life and I love to travel.
Dr Jesse Joung
I am a proud Otago Medical School graduate, a Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners, and a GP registrar supervisor. I have been working as a doctor for over 20 years and have postgraduate training in Travel Medicine and Skin Cancer Medicine. I enjoy taking a holistic approach to care, getting to know my patients well, and building long-term relationships with individuals and families. Outside of medicine, I am the proud mum of two sporty daughters in high school. I enjoy spending time with my family and playing hockey.
Dr Michael Leong
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.
Dr Rebecca Higgins
I grew up on the North Shore and am a graduate of the University of Auckland School of Medicine and a Fellow of the Royal New Zealand College of General Practitioners. I love General Practice and am so grateful to be able to build and maintain relationships with my patients as they move through the different stages of their lives. My medical interests include child and adolescent health and I have completed a post graduate diploma in Paediatrics. I also enjoy teaching and am a visiting medical educator for General Practice Registrars within the region. Outside of work I am a proud mum of twin daughters and I value spending time with family and friends.
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.
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 Wendy Pang
I graduated from The University of Auckland Medical School in 2019. Since then, I have worked in several hospitals across Auckland and Melbourne. These include The Royal Children’s Hospital Melbourne and Starship Children’s Hospital, where I developed an interest in child health and completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Paediatrics. I find the continuity of care and relationships built through general practice to be very rewarding. Outside of medicine, I enjoy travelling, making ceramics, and trying out new restaurants.
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 registration process to continue my career. I worked across hospitals on the North Island but some places feel like home, no matter where life takes you. For me, that place is Torbay Medical Centre. 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 strive to be a trusted advocate, a familiar face, and someone who truly understands the importance of both medical excellence and community care.