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Mt Albert

1002 New North Rd, Mt Albert

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Ms Brenda Robinson

Ms Brenda Robinson

Registered Hand Therapist & Physiotherapist

Brenda joined Handworks in 2001, after returning home from overseas. During her time away she had started to develop an interest in treating Hand Injuries, whilst working in Burns and Plastics. Now a very experienced Registered Hand Therapist, and a valued member of our team. Brenda works at our Greenlane and Mt Albert clinics. She is known for her superb efficiency and time management, along with a wide range of clinical skills. She enjoys treating acute and chronic conditions and has a special interest in complex injuries. Brenda has three children who keep her very busy. She enjoys playing futsal, surfing and skiing when time allows. View details »

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Mr Darren Laughland

Mr Darren Laughland

Registered Hand Therapist & Occupational Therapist

Darren qualified as an OT in 2006 and started his career at Middlemore Hospital where he specialised in the area of Hand Therapy.  In 2010, he moved to Wellington in order to expand his knowledge and skills in the specialist Hand Therapy unit at Wellington Regional Hospital, before heading overseas for additional work and life experience.  He joined the Handworks team in 2021 after 10 years in the UK where he worked in leading hospitals in London, including major trauma units. While in the UK, Darren completed Level 1 & 2 of the British Hand Therapy (BAHT) training and obtained the American Certified Hand Therapist qualification (CHT). He has a wide range of experience working with rheumatology, congenital conditions, acquired conditions, and acute trauma including complex trauma. Outside of work, Darren enjoys watching and playing sport (in particular rugby), eating out at new restaurants or trying new cuisines, and is looking forward to re-exploring New Zealand/ Aotearoa. View details »

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Miss Ashton Primrose

Miss Ashton Primrose

Registered Hand Therapist & Physiotherapist

Ashton started her Hand Therapy journey as a receptionist at a Hand Therapy clinic during her physiotherapy training, which sparked her interest in hands. After earning her Bachelor of Health Science in Physiotherapy from AUT in 2019, she worked as a Rotational Physiotherapist at Middlemore Hospital. In 2020, she realised her passion for treating hand and upper limb injuries and shifted to working full time in hand therapy, undertaking her associate training and completing her Post Graduate Certificate in Rehabilitation (Hand and Upper Limb Therapy) in 2022. She has since worked as a Registered Hand Therapist in Northwest Auckland and joined the Handworks team in 2024 after relocating with her husband. Outside of work, Ashton enjoys outdoor activities like hiking, gardening, dancing, and netball, as well as creative pursuits such as baking, knitting, and sewing. View details »

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