Refugee Health
From Goodfellow Unit by The Goodfellow Unit (University of Auckland)
April 7, 2026 · 24 min · Episode 282
About this episode
This episode explores the complexities of refugee health in New Zealand with Dr Karen Chung.
This episode discusses the complexities of refugee health in New Zealand, featuring Dr Karen Chung, a Senior Medical Practitioner at the Mangere Refugee Health Service. The conversation covers the refugee resettlement process, the critical role of primary care, common medical conditions among refugees, cultural sensitivity in healthcare, social support entitlements, and effective communication with interpreters. Dr Chung emphasises the importance of building trust and understanding the unique challenges faced by refugee populations.
People in this episode
Guest: Dr Karen Chung
Topics covered
- refugee health
- primary care
- cultural sensitivity
- social support
- healthcare communication
Keywords
- refugee health
- New Zealand
- primary care
- medical conditions
- cultural sensitivity
- social support
- interpreters
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Mangere Refugee Health Service
Places: New Zealand
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