Ian Murphy

Ian Murphy trained at the Auckland University School of Medicine before working at Waikato Hospital as a junior doctor. That was followed by sports and exercise medicine fellowship (FACSEP) training, initially in Auckland followed by a stint in Australia where he began a long involvement with a professional team sport.

Returning to New Zealand, he spent seven seasons with the Hurricanes Super Rugby franchise as well as working in private practice. In 2012, he became Chief Medical Officer with the NZ Rugby Union, a job that has evolved to include improved player safety and welfare. He has also held similar roles with NZ Cricket and Paralympics New Zealand through this time.

Alongside my role with the Whanganui District Health Board, he is currently employed as a Principal Clinical Adviser with ACC.