Iwi (tribal) data collection at a primary health care organisation in Aotearoa

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Authors:

Enright J et al.

May 24, 2021

Summary:

In the first study of its kind, a survey of National Hauora Coalition (NHC) general practice clinics conducted in 2017 found that only 13% of Māori enrolments had Iwi data recorded. Of the 33 clinics included in the study, 27% sought Iwi name/s by way of a specific question on their enrolment form. Six different questions regarding Iwi were used by these clinics. The largest Iwi group recorded by NHC clinics was Ngāpuhi. The authors stated that their study helps to highlight systematic problems contributing to continued restrictions to self-determination for Māori.

Comment:

Hemi, the lead author, was a medical student when he audited Iwi data collection across this primary healthcare organisation. We were surprised with the findings, and thought the recommendations would be useful for others.

Reference: J Prim Health Care. 2021 Mar;13(1):36-43.

Independent commentary by Dr. Matire Hardwood

Dr Matire Harwood (Ngapuhi) has worked in Hauora Māori, primary health and rehabilitation settings as clinician and researcher since graduating from Auckland Medical School in 1994. She also holds positions on a number of boards, committees and advisory groups including the Health Research Council. Matire lives in Auckland with her whānau including partner Haunui and two young children Te Rangiura and Waimarie.

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