It's always stressful to see a specialist. You and I are a Team. We will talk and make all decisions together, as slowly or as quickly as it takes. Together, we will make this journey the least stressful that we can.
I finished medical school at Otago University in 2002. I then undertook my general surgery training in New Zealand and was awarded the Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons in 2010. I undertook two years of post-fellowship training specialising in Endocrine Surgery and Surgical Oncology (Breast) at the Royal North Shore and Hornsby hospitals in Sydney. I see my private patients in the clinics in Wellington, Waikanae and Lower Hutt. I operate at Wakefield Hospital and Bolcott Hospital.
I also work as a Senior Lecturer at the University of Otago Wellington campus, where I teach medical students and perform research in the field of breast cancer.
When not working, I love spending time with my family in Auckland, especially with my niece and nephews. I also play tennis, love to cook and practice yoga and meditation.
Dr Alex Popadich
My Team
Lisa Kelly | Breast Specialist Nurse | lisa@alexpopadich.com
Originally from the UK, Lisa has called New Zealand home for the last 28 years. She has been working as an expert registered nurse, specialising in the care of breast patients since 2008. In 2020 Lisa joined Alex and the Breast team at Boulcott Breast Care. She also works in Lower Hutt Hospital at BreastScreen Central.
Lisa takes a holistic approach to her nursing care which she finds incredibly rewarding. When Lisa is not at work, you can find her on the beach, on a local bush walk or in Hawke’s Bay, where her two little grandsons live.
“Alex creates a positive, caring work environment, leading a strong, dedicated team. You will always have access to a health professional providing you with support and care. Women and their families can find a new breast cancer diagnosis very challenging. I am here to support you. Working together, I will help you achieve the best possible outcomes.”
Jo-Anne McCombie | Medical Receptionist | info@boulcotthospital.co.nz | 04 570 1421
Jo-Anne has worked at Boulcott Hospital and Specialist Centre for the past 14 years and for Dr Popadich in General Surgery and Breast Care since 2022.
“I believe Boulcott Hospital and Specialist Centre offer a much-needed healthcare service for Lower Hutt and the greater Wellington area. The doctors at Boulcott always have the patient's best interests at heart, and Dr Popadich epitomises this. She always goes above and beyond for her patients, which is exactly what I would want if I were sick, so it is an absolute pleasure to work for her. People's health is extremely important. Without your health, life can be very difficult, and I like to do my best to help our patients and provide a good service. Please don't hesitate to contact me if I can be of help at any time”.