Sleep Well Clinic New Zealand

The Sleep Well Clinic doctors provide assessment services for people who need initial investigations, and medical support for those who wish to try CPAP therapy. We have regular clinical consultations available throughout New Zealand - Whangarei, Auckland, Tauranga, Wellington, and Christchurch. We also offer testing and treatment services to patients in other centres using portable monitors and extensive phone support. Our Sleep Well Clinic website has more information on our assessment service: More...

Our Doctors

Dr Alex Bartle MB, BS, FRNZCGP, Dip Obst, MM(Sleep Medicine)

After extensive research and special training in sleep medicine overseas, Dr Bartle established the Sleep Well Clinic in March 2000. Dr Bartle was an invited speaker at the Australasian Sleep Association international conferences in 2003 and 2006. In 2007 he presented research at the World Federation of Sleep Research 5th International Congress. Dr Bartle is a member of the Australasian Sleep Association.

Dr Sarah Hawkins MB,BS, DA MRCGP (UK), MM(Sleep Medicine)

Dr Hawkins complemented her background in General Medical Practice with postgraduate training in Sleep Medicine through Sydney University. Dr Hawkins was conferred her Masters degree in Sleep Medicine in 2008. Dr Hawkins is a member of the Australasian Sleep Association.

Our CPAP Therapists

Bryn Sparks BSc, PG DipSc (neurophysiology)

As one of New Zealand's first Sleep Physiologists Bryn established the first remote sleep analysis service in 1995. Bryn has over 15 years experience as a CPAP Therapist, including 7 years as Technical Director of Christchurch Hospital Sleep Disorders Unit. Bryn is a member of the Australasian Sleep Association and Australasian Sleep Technologists Association.

Shelley Beckert DipOccTher

Shelley is a CPAP therapist with a strong background in Occupational Therapy, particularly work related rehabilitation. Shelley brings to the clinical support team a wealth of experience dealing with a wide range of health issues in the home environment.

Lauren Schenker DipPod

Lauren is the most recent addition to the clinical team. Lauren is an Allied Health Professional and is currently completing a nursing degree to add to her extensive healthcare experience.  Lauren's friendly phone manner has quickly established her as one of the favourite CPAP therapists with the call centre patients.

 

Our Admin Team

Carol Gill, Diane Kimber, Liz Jarvis,

Kimberley Gill, Grace Sparks, Anna Tabart

The administrative support people will often be the first point of contact for patients. The Sleep Well Clinic is well supported by a team of friendly and professional people who understand the need to treat each patient according to their individual needs with both respect and discretion.