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Neurology Partners (formerly Casebrook Neurologists)
Private Service, Neurology
Description
Dr Teddy Wu completed his medical training from the University of Auckland in 2004. He then qualified as a specialist Neurologist in 2014 after spending time in Auckland and Christchurch during his training. He then completed a 3-year advanced clinical and academic fellowship in Melbourne at the Royal Melbourne Hospital as a stroke sub-specialist, and was awarded a PhD in stroke medicine from the University of Melbourne. He returned to New Zealand in 2017 and has been practising as a specialist Neurologist in the Department of Neurology at Christchurch Hospital since. Teddy is an expert in general neurology and manages patients with headache, epilepsy, Parkinson's disease, cognitive neurology, peripheral neuropathy, cerebrovascular disease and demyelinating disorders such as multiple sclerosis. Teddy has a subspecialist interest in cerebrovascular disease / stroke, and has an academic interest with more than 100 publications in peer review journals.
Teddy is also an ACC contracted provider and accepts referrals from an ACC case manager.
Dr James Beharry is a neurologist with subspecialty training in stroke, neuroimmunology and neurophysiology. He graduated from the University of Auckland Medical school in 2013 and completed his initial neurology training at Christchurch Public Hospital. He completed a stroke fellowship at the Royal Melbourne Hospital, followed by further fellowship training in neurophysiology and neuroimmunology (multiple sclerosis, myasthenia gravis and other neuroinflammatory disorders) at the Austin Hospital in Melbourne. James has additional special interests in headache disorders and neuromuscular neurology. He also holds a consultant neurologist position at Christchurch Hospital and is actively involved in academic research.
- voluntary nervous system which controls what we choose to do and the
- involuntary or autonomic nervous system that controls automatic functions that we don’t have to think about.
Staff
For bookings at the location in Moorhouse Avenue (Drs Wu and Beharry), please contact Sports Doctors reception 03 930 7677
For bookings at Carebrook Surgery, Inspire Health Medical Practice, Wanaka Lakes Health Centre, please contact Sharon on 022 301 4360.
For late cancellations please contact the medical practice where you will be see directly.
Consultants
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Dr James Beharry
Neurologist
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Dr Teddy Wu
Neurologist
Ages
Adult / Pakeke, Older adult / Kaumātua
How do I access this service?
Referral
A referral to see either Dr Teddy Wu or Dr James Beharry can be made through your General Practitioner or a relevant medical specialist.
We do not generally accept self referrals to ensure that a neurologist assessment is the most appropriate for your health condition.
Waitlist expectations:
There is currently a wait time of approximately 4 months for a new patient appointment from time of referral. There is a cancellation waitlist and waitlisted patients will be offered these appointments when they become available, often at short notice.
Referral Expectations
Your GP will refer you to see a neurologist if they think you have a problem that involves the nervous system and that needs specialist help in diagnosing or treating that condition.
A history of your symptoms will be taken as well as a review of any medications you are on (so please bring these with you). The doctor may also review any old notes and previous problems you have had.
You will then be examined which may include a general examination as well as an examination of the nervous system. An examination of the brain and nerves may include testing your memory and concentration as well as other aspects of thinking processes. It also involves examining how well the nerves to your head and body are working. You may have further testing to establish the diagnosis.
The specialist will discuss with you the possible diagnosis and what further tests or treatments are recommended. They will correspond with your GP about your diagnosis, results of tests and a treatment plan. You may have ongoing follow-up with the specialist or be discharged back to the care of your GP.
You may also be referred to a physiotherapist, or occupational therapist. A physiotherapist provides physical therapy to assist with any disability you have. An occupational therapist reviews what equipment/advice will assist in activities of daily living if you have a disability.
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Fees apply
Fees and Charges Description
Teddy and James are Southern Cross Affiliated Providers. Teddy is also an NIB Insurance affiliated provider.
Teddy is a contracted ACC provider, and accepts referrals directly from an ACC case manager.
Nerve blocks and Botox treatments carry an additional charge. Insurance policies may cover for nerve block. Botox treatment for headache is currently not covered by insurance.
Hours
Dr Teddy Wu & Dr James Beharry provide consultations in Casebrook Surgery. Contact the clinic for consultation days. The hours are between 9am and 5pm on the consultation days.
Languages Spoken
Chinese, English, Mandarin Chinese
Procedures / Treatments
Peripheral nerve blocks are offered to selected patients with headache disorders and can be performed at the time of your consultation. Botulinum Toxin (Botox) injections are offered to patients with chronic headache disorders such as migraine. We use the PREEMPT injection procotol which requires at least 155 units of botulinum toxin (not dysport botox). Botox for headache is currently not funded by insurance companies. Whether these options are suitable for you will be discussed at the time of your consultation.
Peripheral nerve blocks are offered to selected patients with headache disorders and can be performed at the time of your consultation. Botulinum Toxin (Botox) injections are offered to patients with chronic headache disorders such as migraine. We use the PREEMPT injection procotol which requires at least 155 units of botulinum toxin (not dysport botox). Botox for headache is currently not funded by insurance companies. Whether these options are suitable for you will be discussed at the time of your consultation.
Botulinum Toxin (Botox) injections are offered to patients with chronic headache disorders such as migraine. We use the PREEMPT injection procotol which requires at least 155 units of botulinum toxin (not dysport botox). Botox for headache is currently not funded by insurance companies.
Whether these options are suitable for you will be discussed at the time of your consultation.
Disability Assistance
Wheelchair access
Parking
Parking is provided onsite at Casebrook
Pharmacy
A small pharmacy is available onsite at Casebrook Surgery and Inspire Health Medical Practice
Contact Details
118A Claridges Road, Casebrook, Christchurch
Canterbury
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Phone
(03) 359 4549
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NEUROPAR
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1 Filly Place, Yaldhurst, Christchurch
Canterbury
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Phone
(03) 372 5190
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136 Moorhouse Avenue, Christchurch
Canterbury
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Phone
(03) 03 930 7677
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Fax
(03) 359 4552
Healthlink EDI
NEUROPAR
Email
Wanaka Lakes Health Centre, 23 Cardrona Valley Road, Wanaka
Central Lakes
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Fax
(03) 359 4552
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NEUROPAR
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This page was last updated at 12:21PM on September 16, 2024. This information is reviewed and edited by Neurology Partners (formerly Casebrook Neurologists).