PremiumLeonie SheehanMultimedia Journalist·Gisborne Herald·30 Jun, 2026 05:00 PM3 mins to read‌Gisborne Hospital's new chief medical officer, Nejat Zeyneloglu, says the 28% senior doctor vacancy rate does not mean "28% of the work is not being done". Photo / Leonie SheehanTen months into his role as Tairāwhiti chief medical officer, Dr Nejat Zeyneloglu sat down with Gisborne Herald reporter Leonie Sheehan to discuss health concerns and outcomes in the region.

A 28% senior doctor vacancy rate is not reflected in the quality of healthcare at Gisborne Hospital, chief medical officer