Dexcom Continuous Glucose Monitoring Systems

Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) systems provide real-time glucose readings, throughout the day and night, allowing people with diabetes to know their glucose levels and trends with a touch of a button. CGM is a unique technology that has been proven through clinical studies to help improve diabetes management and clinical outcomes as well as maintain that improvement over time. If CGM is worn on a near-daily basis, the on-going benefits are:

Reduction in Haemoglobin A1c without increasing low blood glucose events¹
Reduced time spent in the high and low glucose ranges¹
Reduced events of severe hypoglycaemia (<3.1mmol/L)¹
More time in your target glucose ranges¹

NEW Dexcom G6

Dexcom G6 is the latest technology in the Dexcom continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) range.

The need for blood glucose meter calibrations is eliminated, meaning you can make treatment decisions with zero fingerpricks*!
Slimmer+ and water-resistant sensor indicated for 10-day sensor wear!
Approved for use on an Apple or Android compatible smart device^
Patients can share their data with up to 5 followers/loved ones
Approved for use in children 2 years and older
Customised alarms with a fixed 3.1 mmol/L hypo alert feature
Compatible with Tandem t:slim X2 Insulin Pump with Basal-IQ Technology

*If your glucose alerts and readings from the G6 do not match symptoms or expectations, use a blood glucose meter to make diabetes treatment decisions.

More information at www.nzmsdiabetes.co.nz

_{1. JDRF CGM Study Group. Diabetes Care. 2009. 32(11): 2047-2049.}^For a list of compatible devices, visit www.dexcom.com/compatibility. Dexcom updates its compatibility list regularly. Important: Please review specific OS range set(s) to determine compatibility prior to purchasing Dexcom G6. We also recommend turning "auto-install updates" off in order to avoid compatibility issues when operating system platforms are rolled out. +The Dexcom G6 Sensor and Transmitter are water resistant and may be submerged under eight feet (2.4 metres) of water for up to 24 hours without failure when properly installed.

Our People

Kirstin Brown

Country Manager

Kirstin has an MBA and 20 years experience in the Medical Device Sector. Before joining NZMS in 2020 she worked for Cardinal Health in the APAC Mergers and Acquisitions Team, as Head of Programmes and Strategy for Australia and New Zealand. Her expertise is in new launches, strategic growth and organisational transformation. She manages our Diabetes, Diagnostic Point of Care and Allergy Divisions.

Leigh-Anne Vender

National Key Account Manager

Leigh-Anne has a Bachelor of Science degree majoring in both Zoology and Ecology from Victoria University of Wellington. Leigh-Anne has worked in a variety of technical sales and account management roles within the Pharmaceutical and Medical Nutrition industries and has worked for a private hospital as a Cardiac Technician. Leigh-Anne’s role at NZMS involves managing sales of the product ranges within the Diagnostics, Point of Care and Allergy portfolios, building customer relationships, offering and co-ordinating technical support and developing new business within the New Zealand market.

Kevin Holwill

Territory Manager

Diabetes Division

Kevin graduated with a Diploma in Comprehensive Nursing and completed New Zealand Nursing Council Registration in 1997. He completed his Bachelor of Nursing Degree from Eastern Institute of Technology in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand in 2003. Prior to joining NZMS Kevin worked in various sales roles in both the United Kingdom and New Zealand. His role at NZMS involves managing the sales of our Diabetes Portfolio into the Wellington and Lower North Island territories.

Courtney Giddens

Inside Sales Manager

Diagnostic & Point of Care Division

Courtney is responsible for managing our Inside Sales team and our customer Loyalty and Retention Programme. Courtney has a background in Biomedical Science and has been working with NZMS for several years across our Diagnostic and Point of Care and Diabetes Division. Courtney has used her experience for building relationships and offering technical support in the Diabetes field as a Territory Manager and is excited and passionate about growing the division and improving patient outcomes through education and engagement of our leading-edge technology.

Debbie Tuck

Territory Manager

Debbie trained and worked as a Dietitian before completing a Post Graduate Diploma in Management Studies at the University of Waikato. She has worked in various sales roles within the healthcare sector including medical nutrition and diabetes. Prior to joining NZMS Debbie worked as a product specialist for Nutricia Ltd responsible for the Paediatric, Allergy and Metabolic portfolios. Her role at NZMS involves managing the sales of Diabetes products throughout the North Auckland, Hawkes Bay and Nelson/Marlborough regions.

Karyne Coker

Teritory Manager

Karyne has spent more than 20 years of her career as a Registered Nurse, both in South Africa and in New Zealand. She has always had a passion for diabetes care, having grown up in a family of diabetics, and becoming a Type 1 herself a few years ago. Karyne is in awe about the range of diabetes technology available today, and is very excited to be part of a team of like-minded, passionate people.

Chantal Wright

Territory Manager

Chantal is a registered nurse, graduating in South Africa in 1989. She has been a type 1 diabetic for 45 years and worked at two Diabetes related companies in both sales and education before immigrating to New Zealand in 2004. She is passionate about diabetes and excited to work with the latest technology that assists diabetics to live a healthier, more balanced lifestyle with their diabetes. She loves watching all types of sports and getting out and about with her family and dogs.

Melanie Brixton

Territory Manager

Melanie is a comprehensive registered nurse, graduating in 1992. Prior to joining NZMS Melanie worked in the pharmaceutical industry for over 20 years, working in numerous different therapeutic areas. It is important to Melanie to work within the health sector and she really enjoys working with healthcare professionals. Melanie is very excited about the opportunity to work in the Diabetes space and especially with patients managing their Diabetes on a daily basis.

Patrick Archibald

Commercial Operations

Patrick completed his Bachelor of Management Studies from the University of Waikato. He’s spent the last 10 years working in customer operations roles, with a focus on exceptional service and compassion in a high care environment. Patrick joined NZMS back in 2020. His current role involves facilitating easy access of NZMS Diabetes’s products direct to customers.

Katie Lee

Field Sales Manager

Katie graduated from AUT with a Bachelor of Health Science in Nursing. She has a comprehensive background in both public and commercial healthcare. Her career has predominantly focused on training and supporting patients and healthcare professionals within the chronic healthcare setting. Prior to joining NZMS Katie worked in a sales role managing a national renal/dialysis portfolio. Her role at NZMS involves managing the sales of diabetes products throughout the Auckland region.

Jill Hutchinson

Diabetes Customer Success Manager

Jill has a diverse background ranging from PR, event management, sales and business development. Her role at NZMS in the Inside Sales team involves looking after the NZMS Diabetes Legends Loyalty Programme, and retention of both Dexcom G6 and Tandem t-slim Insulin Pump. Jill is passionate about informing people with diabetes about our leading edge technology and what a difference it can make to their lives. She loves hearing the many wonderful stories about how Dexcom G6 is giving people with diabetes the freedom to live their life better.

Jeremy Collins

Inside Sales Representative

Jeremy graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce majoring in Accounting and Marketing at the University of Wellington. Prior to joining NZMS, he worked in customer-facing roles within the health industry. Jeremy has been a Type 1 Diabetic for 15 years and throughout this period he has seen significant change in the technology used to treat diabetes. He is passionate about the role technology can play in managing Diabetes, and he is keen to help others work towards finding treatment options that are best suited for them.

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