Specialty Clinical Ear Nurses - Tara Barrie and Jo Hyland.
We are registered nurses who have undergone specialist training in otology. We share a full time equivalent role. Our area covers Muriwai to the South, North to Potaka and inland to Motu. We visit Early Childcare Centers, Te Kohanga Reo, Primary and Intermediate Schools; see referrals from the B4 School and Youth programmes and hold Community Clinics each Thursday for any urgent referrals at the Bright Street Clinic.
We provide the following:
- Assessment, diagnosis and follow up
- Treatment services for children with chronic ear disease.
- Suctioning of discharging ears and wax removal under microscope.
- Referral to and from other services such as GP’s, Otorhinolaryngology, Audiology, Speech therapist, Special education services and other health providers.
Tara and Jo can be contacted at 869 0592 ext 8608. Mobile: 0274 751 945 Email:

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