Where is WeCare Wigram and when is it open?

The clinic is at 67 Skyhawk Rd, Aidanfield, Christchurch. Drop-inCare runs Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm, and weekends 9am–3pm, and is closed on public holidays. Clinics may close earlier without notice if at full capacity for the day.

Do I need an appointment?

CareNow appointments can be booked online, with same-day or next-day slots generally available seven days a week. Drop-inCare needs no appointment — enrolled patients can simply walk in.

Who can use Drop-inCare?

Drop-inCare is exclusive to patients enrolled with WeCare. It covers acute illnesses and injuries such as chest infections, dehydration, abdominal pain, broken bones, wounds and headaches.

Does WeCare Wigram treat broken bones?

Yes — Wigram is currently the only WeCare clinic providing fracture services, including onsite X-ray and casting, so it is the clinic to visit for a suspected break.

How much does a CareNow consult cost?

Per the website, CareNow fees start from $25 per condition for enrolled patients and are free for enrolled under-14s; casual patients pay from $50 per condition. Each consult covers one condition — check current fees with the clinic.

Can I get help without visiting the clinic?

Yes. CareNow Online offers nurse-led video consults, you can complete a brief online questionnaire for an off-work medical certificate, and repeat prescriptions can be requested online.

How do I enrol with WeCare Wigram?

Enrolment takes a few clicks via the enrol form on the WeCare website. Enrolled patients pay less for CareNow consults, get access to Drop-inCare and free 24/7 use of the patient portal.

WeCare Wigram

doctor — Wigram · Christchurch

About WeCare Wigram

WeCare Wigram is a modern medical clinic on Skyhawk Road in Aidanfield, Christchurch, and part of WeCare — a clinician-owned New Zealand primary care provider built around a care team model with AI as its operating engine. Instead of the traditional GP waitlist, WeCare is designed to flex around the patient: easy online booking, drop-in acute care, online services and a free 24/7 patient portal, all aimed at delivering accessible, same-day healthcare without compromising quality.

The clinic offers the full WeCare range. CareNow provides fast, affordable quick consults for a set list of everyday conditions — from colds, flu and UTIs to skin complaints, vaccinations and travel health. Drop-inCare gives enrolled patients walk-in, same-day treatment for acute illness and injury, and WeCare Wigram is currently the only clinic in the network providing fracture services, with onsite X-ray and casting. MedDirect supports long-term medication management, while online options — CareNow Online video consults, online medical certificates and repeat prescriptions — extend care beyond the clinic walls.

Patients regularly mention the things that make a visit pleasant: appointments that run on time, nurses described as kind, thorough and unhurried, and reception staff who help with registration and questions. Families are well catered for, with same-day appointments for children and free visits for enrolled under-14s.

WeCare Wigram: Same-Day Doctor Visits and Onsite X-Ray Care in Aidanfield, Christchurch

WeCare Wigram sits on Skyhawk Road in Aidanfield, Christchurch, and does things differently from a traditional GP practice. It is part of WeCare, a clinician-owned New Zealand primary care provider built on a care team model with AI as its operating engine. The goal is simple: accessible, same-day healthcare that flexes around the patient, offering flexible, affordable access to services how and when you need them.

Care that doesn't make you wait

The clinic's two flagship in-person services tackle the most common frustration — the wait. **CareNow** offers fast, affordable quick consults for a set range of common conditions, minor ailments, injuries and nursing services: colds, flu and sore throats, UTIs, ear infections, skin problems, gout flare-ups, sexual health checks, immunisations, travel health and more. Appointments are booked online, with same-day or next-day slots generally available, seven days a week. Each consult covers one condition and can include prescriptions, medical certificates and wound care, with fees starting from $25 per condition for enrolled patients — free for enrolled under-14s — and casual patients from $50.

**Drop-inCare** goes a step further: no appointment at all. Exclusive to WeCare enrolled patients, it provides same-day diagnosis and treatment for acute illnesses and injuries, from chest infections, fevers and dehydration to abdominal pain, wounds and headaches. At Wigram, Drop-inCare runs Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm, and 9am–3pm on weekends — though clinics may close earlier without notice if at full capacity, and doors are closed on public holidays.

The only WeCare clinic with onsite X-ray and casting

One thing sets Wigram apart within the network: it is currently the only WeCare clinic providing fracture services. If you suspect a broken bone, you can be X-rayed onsite and, where needed, casted — a quick diagnosis and a tailored treatment plan under one roof. The clinic also has well-equipped observation units, where treatments come at no extra cost and follow-ups are free, helping patients avoid hospital admissions.

Care that continues online

Much of WeCare's convenience lives outside the clinic walls. CareNow Online provides nurse-led video consults for a growing range of conditions that can be safely treated virtually. An off-work medical certificate can be sorted with a brief online questionnaire followed by a clinician phone call, with the certificate arriving by email. Repeat prescriptions can be requested online, and patients get free 24/7 access to the patient portal to message their care team, book appointments and check results at no extra cost.

For ongoing needs, MedDirect supports long-term medication management, including an annual medication review, while General Practice enrolment covers the full spectrum of primary care — including newly available adult ADHD assessments. There is also CareNow Physio in partnership with Motus Health, covering new injury consults, medication and off-work certificates.

What a visit feels like

Patient feedback paints a consistent picture: appointments that start on time — sometimes a couple of minutes early — nurses described as kind, thorough and unhurried, and reception staff who patiently help with registration and questions. Reviewers call the staff brilliant, attentive and caring, and several families highlight how easy it is to get children seen the same day, or to simply drop in when necessary.

Getting started is straightforward. New patients can enrol online in a few clicks, bookings are made through the Vensa booking system, and current Drop-inCare wait times can be checked online before leaving home. Whether it's a sudden illness, a skin complaint, a routine review or a suspected fracture, WeCare Wigram is built to see you today rather than in a fortnight.

Signature items

CareNow
Drop-inCare
Onsite X-ray & Casting
CareNow Online
Online Medical Certificates
MedDirect

Acne — Assessment and treatment plans for breakout-prone skin.
Allergies & Hay Fever — Relief for seasonal allergies and hay fever symptoms.
Blood Test — Blood testing arranged as part of your consult.
Cervical Screening — Cervical smear with a nurse in a supportive setting.
Cold, Flu, Sinus Infection & Sore Throat — Treatment for coughs, colds, sinus pain and sore throats.
Cold Sore Flare-up — Treatment to settle cold sores and speed healing.
Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) — Diagnosis and treatment for red, irritated eyes.
Constipation — Advice and treatment to restore comfortable digestion.
Cryotherapy (Liquid Nitrogen) — Freezing treatment for suitable skin lesions.
Delay My Period — Prescription option to safely postpone a period.
Diabetes Annual Review — Yearly review of diabetes control, medicines and results.
Driver's Licence Medical — Medical checks and paperwork for licence applications.
Ear Infection — Examination and treatment for painful ears.
Eczema & Dermatitis — Skin care plans to calm eczema and dermatitis flares.
Emergency Contraceptive Pill (ECP) — Discreet, prompt access to emergency contraception.
Fungal Infection — Diagnosis and antifungal treatment for skin infections.
Genital Herpes Flare-up — Confidential care to manage herpes outbreaks.
Gout Flare-up — Prompt treatment to ease painful gout attacks.
Haemorrhoids Flare-up — Discreet assessment and treatment to ease discomfort.
Head Lice — Effective treatment options and advice to clear lice.
Immunisations — Vaccinations and injections given by the nursing team.
Insect Bite — Treatment for itchy, swollen or infected bites.
Medical Certificates — Off-work certificates, in clinic or fully online.
MedDirect Annual Medication Review — Yearly clinician review of your regular medicines.
Migraine — Assessment and treatment plans for migraine.
Minor Burns — Care for minor burns and scalds.
Minor Injuries (Sprains & Soft Tissue Injuries) — Assessment and treatment for sprains and strains.
Minor Wounds — Cleaning, closure and dressings for cuts and grazes.
Sexual Health Check — Confidential testing and advice for peace of mind.
Skin Infection — Assessment and treatment for skin infections.
Stitches or Staples Removed — Wound check and removal of stitches or staples.
Travel Health Consult — Pre-travel advice and vaccinations for your trip.
Tummy Bug (Gastro) — Care and recovery advice for viral gastro bugs.
Unusual Vaginal Discharge (BV/Thrush) — Testing and treatment for BV, thrush and similar.
Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) — Quick testing and treatment for UTI symptoms.

Drop-InCare (Enrolled Patients)

Same-Day Acute Care — Walk-in diagnosis and treatment for acute illness or injury.
Fracture Management — Onsite X-ray and casting for suspected broken bones.
Chest Infections & Fevers — Fast care for chest infections, fevers and urgent concerns.
Wounds & Minor Injuries — Treatment for wounds and injuries that can't wait.
Observation Unit Care — Well-equipped units with treatments at no extra cost and free follow-ups to help avoid hospital admission.

General Practice & Medication Care

General Practice — Enrolment-based primary care for individuals and families.
MedDirect — Long-term medication management, including annual reviews.
Adult ADHD Assessment — Structured assessments for adult ADHD, with online steps to get started.
CareNow Physio (with Motus Health) — New injury consults, medication and off-work certificates.

Frequently asked questions

Where is WeCare Wigram and when is it open?: The clinic is at 67 Skyhawk Rd, Aidanfield, Christchurch. Drop-inCare runs Monday to Friday, 8am–6pm, and weekends 9am–3pm, and is closed on public holidays. Clinics may close earlier without notice if at full capacity for the day.
Do I need an appointment?: CareNow appointments can be booked online, with same-day or next-day slots generally available seven days a week. Drop-inCare needs no appointment — enrolled patients can simply walk in.
Who can use Drop-inCare?: Drop-inCare is exclusive to patients enrolled with WeCare. It covers acute illnesses and injuries such as chest infections, dehydration, abdominal pain, broken bones, wounds and headaches.
Does WeCare Wigram treat broken bones?: Yes — Wigram is currently the only WeCare clinic providing fracture services, including onsite X-ray and casting, so it is the clinic to visit for a suspected break.
How much does a CareNow consult cost?: Per the website, CareNow fees start from $25 per condition for enrolled patients and are free for enrolled under-14s; casual patients pay from $50 per condition. Each consult covers one condition — check current fees with the clinic.
Can I get help without visiting the clinic?: Yes. CareNow Online offers nurse-led video consults, you can complete a brief online questionnaire for an off-work medical certificate, and repeat prescriptions can be requested online.
How do I enrol with WeCare Wigram?: Enrolment takes a few clicks via the enrol form on the WeCare website. Enrolled patients pay less for CareNow consults, get access to Drop-inCare and free 24/7 use of the patient portal.

Tips

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Good to know

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