Introducing Rebekah Doran – Our New Clinical Director Rural Health

We are proud to announce the appointment of Rebekah Doran (Becks) as our new Clinical Director Rural Health. Becks brings a wealth of experience, a deep commitment to rural communities, and a clear vision for equitable, locally led healthcare. Her leadership will help guide our strategic direction and strengthen the clinical voice at all levels of our work.

Becks is a respected clinical leader whose career has been defined by a strong commitment to rural health and equity across Aotearoa New Zealand. Originally trained in paediatrics in the UK, Becks transitioned to general practice after discovering her passion for holistic, community-based care. Since moving to New Zealand in 2006, she has worked extensively in rural settings, with additional experience in urban environments, always bringing strategic insight and compassionate leadership to the communities she serves.

Her New Zealand journey began in Raglan, where she spent a decade as a rural GP and practice owner, delivering comprehensive care including PRIME and rest home services. This formative experience cemented her dedication to addressing the unique challenges faced by rural populations and advocating for community-driven healthcare solutions.

Becks has held a range of senior leadership roles, including Medical Director at Pinnacle Ventures, Clinical Director at Northcare Medical Centres, and Clinical Advisor for Te Whatu Ora’s NPHS Care in the Community team. She currently serves as Clinical Advisor for Te Manawa Taki Living Well Commissioning and as GP and Clinical Lead at K’aute Pasifika Clinic in Hamilton, where she supports the development of culturally responsive integrated care through a Pasifika lens.

Known for her collaborative leadership style and systems thinking, Becks has been instrumental in advancing digital health innovation and integrated models of care. Her work has contributed to the successful implementation of the Health Care Home model and the adoption of digital platforms like Indici, helping to improve access, quality, and equity in primary care.

Outside of her professional life, Becks lives in the Waikato with her amazing husband and their three wonderful children. Her personal and professional journeys are deeply intertwined, and she remains steadfast in her mission to ensure that rural communities across Aotearoa receive high-quality, equitable healthcare.