Meet MDNZ’s new Client Services Manager

Deborah Gibson-Hardie joined the MDNZ team in July and is well settled into her role, making a difference and responding to calls and queries from people all over New Zealand.

Deborah worked as a dentist in both private practice and hospital settings for over 20 years. Like many people lockdown allowed her to take a step back and consider it was time for a change.

On seeing the advertisement Deborah thought it’s “not a big distance from the teeth to the eyes!” and this was a job that would utilise her medical knowledge, where she could enjoy working with people and continue to develop new skills.

“I have found it interesting to learn about Macular Degeneration and was amazed to discover how prevalent it is. Given the importance of early treatment for the wet type of MD, it feels very meaningful to be involved in raising awareness about this eye condition”.

Deborah is looking forward to making connections with professionals in the eye world and learning more about eye health. “I am also enjoying the project management aspect of the role as I organise our Awareness and Education Seminars”.

“Outside of work I love spending time with my family!

My husband and our four children aged 16-21. I also love reading, walking, and playing the occasional game of golf”.