invited speakers
Justine Andrew
Urology Clinical Nurse Specialist
Justine Andrew (MSN) is a urology nurse specialist working in the erectile dysfunction clinic at the urology institute. With over 20 years of experience across the public and private sector specialising in urology, Justine is a pivotal member of a dynamic multidisciplinary team, providing comprehensive support and guidance to individuals navigating the challenges of ED. With a commitment to holistic healthcare, Justine integrates a biopsychosocial approach, recognising that effective treatment encompasses not only the physiological aspects but also the psychological and social dimensions of each patient’s experience.
Justine’s unwavering compassion, clinical acumen and collaborative spirit puts men and their partner at ease when discussing their expectations and needs.
In collaboration with her urologist colleagues,Justine provides assessment, education and ensures practical evidence based strategies are implemented.
Danny Bedingfield
President, Prostate Cancer Foundation of New Zealand
Danny was diagnosed with prostate cancer at the age of 37, just nine months after his father lost his five year battle with advanced prostate cancer. He has been an advocate for younger men to get tested and has been part of multiple media campaigns during Blue September to try and raise awareness around the benefits of regular PSA testing.
Danny is the support coordinator for the Porirua area and attends many events in the greater Wellington region. Danny is a digital native and very keen to help the Foundation move forward into the 21st century and utilise online tools to promote our message. Danny is a Regional Facilitator with Cyclone Computer Company Ltd, is a Microsoft Certified Trainer, Google Educator and Adobe Educator.
He lives in Titahi Bay with his wife and daughter and occupies his downtime with snorkeling, kayaking and spending time with his family. Danny is also a keen photographer and videographer and loves combining his passion for travelling and the outdoors with filming and making movies.
Prof Damien Bolton
Professor Bolton is the President of the Urological Society of Australia and New Zealand, is the Head of Urology at Austin Health and a Professor of Surgery at the University of Melbourne.
With a medical career spanning over three decades, he is widely recognised for his expertise in robot-assisted surgery, prostate cancer, and urinary stone disease.
Teara Gillman
Teara Gillman is a kaupapa Māori-driven leader with extensive experience across health, social, and wellbeing sectors. As the General Manager of Toi Ora, the health and social services arm of Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei, Teara leads the strategic direction and operational delivery of a diverse portfolio including clinical care, mental health, whānau ora, and community wellbeing initiatives.Prior to this, Teara played a key role as Iwi Relationship Manager in the Toi Ora–nib Health Insurance partnership.
She worked alongside the nib team to support the implementation and increased utilisation of a Māori-led health insurance model that included access to rongoā Māori and culturally responsive navigation support. This initiative helps reduce barriers to specialist care, improving health outcome and supporting whānau to proactively manage their health, setting a precedent for how private sector partnerships can uplift iwi wellbeing aspirations.
In governance, Teara serves as a Trustee on for the Tāmaki Makaurau Hearing Trust (trading as Hearing Auckland) and sits on the Lotto NZ Stakeholder Panel. She is committed to ensuring Māori voices, tikanga, and tino rangatiratanga are embedded at all levels of decision-making.
Dr Stephanie Kotes
Stephanie is a European urologist with dual fellowship training in functional-reconstructive and paediatric urology from the UK and Australia.
Stephanie has a special interest in transition urology and neuro-urology.
Stephanie currently works in general urology and as a neuro-urologist at the Auckland Spinal Rehabilitation Uniter practice includes functional urology and chronic pelvic pain, adolescent reconstructive urology and neuro-urology with a focus on post spinal cord injury bladder management, Parkinson’s disease and Multiple Sclerosis).
Sarah McCambridge
Sarah is a Health Psychologist who has worked in cancer since 2014. She currently works in the Cancer Support Team in the Regional Cancer & Blood Service at Auckland City Hospital.
In addition to working clinically with cancer patients and their whanau, she is involved in projects education across the region to improve psychosocial care in oncology.
Susan Rae
Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS)
New Zealand Female Pelvic Mesh Service (NZFPMS)
Susan was born and bred in Invercargill but has called Auckland home for over 25 years. She has spent almost her entire career in Women’s Health and was the first CNS employed at the Northern Centre when the service opened in April 2023. She is now one of four nurses employed in the Northern centre, and one of six nationally.
The past two years have been a really steep learning curve, and at times really challenging, but Susan feels incredibly grateful and privileged to work alongside such a talented, passionate group of women (and one man!) who share the same commitment to making a meaningful difference to the lives of women affected by pelvic surgical mesh complications.
Susan is passionate about nursing. She believes that while nursing can be incredibly complex, at its core it’s about making a difference to someone during a difficult time in their lives.
More speakers to be announced!
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