Patient Flow Manager
Paula is an experienced perioperative nurse with over 25 years in healthcare. Originally trained in the UK, Paula has built her career around supporting patients through their perioperative journey. She holds a research Master’s degree in nursing from the University of Auckland, where her thesis focused on preoperative cognitive assessment in older adults – a reflection of her commitment to improving patient outcomes.
Paula’s expertise lies in perioperative care, with a particular interest in preoperative assessment and ensuring patients feel informed and supported before, during and after surgery. Paula is passionate about patient-centred care and research-driven practice.