Chrissie DawkinsBusiness Owner/Nurse
TruYou NZ
Where Health & Aesthetics Align.
Precision Metabolic Health.
Visible Transformations.
Meet the Team
We are a Doctor Lead practice with an experienced team of registered nurses providing Health, Wellbeing and Appearance Medicine treatments.
Chrissie Dawkins
Business Owner/Nurse
Chrissie began her career as a Registered Nurse, working across a wide range of healthcare settings including GP practice nursing and palliative care. This early experience helped shape her compassionate, patient-focused approach and strong clinical foundation.
She later went on to own and operate a successful Appearance Medicine and Beauty Therapy clinic in Auckland, where she developed extensive expertise in advanced aesthetic treatments. Over the years, she has built a strong reputation for her skill in facial assessment and for delivering natural-looking results using treatments such as Botulinum toxin-A and dermal fillers. She is also highly experienced in collagen induction and skin corrective therapies, including dermal needling and Fractional CO₂ laser treatments, as well as spider vein laser, laser hair removal, and photo rejuvenation.
She founded TruYou with a clear vision: to provide specialised treatments and expert care in a welcoming environment, guided by honesty, integrity, and a personalised approach. Through collaboration with a trusted team, TruYou is able to bring these services to locations that are convenient and accessible for the communities they serve.
Kellie O'Keeffe
Nurse
Kellie is a highly skilled and compassionate healthcare professional with extensive nursing experience across Australia and New Zealand. Known for her warm, patient-focused approach, she is deeply committed to providing high-quality care that supports the wellbeing of both patients and their families.
Over the course of her career, she has worked in a variety of fast-paced and complex healthcare settings, including Emergency Departments, High Dependency Units (HDU), Coronary Care Units (CCU), Medical and Surgical wards, and Psychiatric services. These diverse experiences have strengthened her clinical expertise and her ability to care for people with empathy, calmness, and professionalism.
She is passionate about ongoing learning and personal development, and enjoys exploring new ways to support health and wellness. She is excited to be joining Chrissie and the team, helping to bring Wellness and Infusion Therapy services to the Northland community.
Dr Erik McClain MD, FRACP
Dr Erik McClain brings a wealth of international experience, clinical leadership, and patient-centred care to TruYou NZ. Born in San Leandro, California, Erik completed his medical training in Portland, Oregon, before making the move to New Zealand in 2012, worked with Waikato DHB for 10 years, 3 years in Tairāwhiti and now serves within the Northern Region and currently:
Clinical Lead – Northern Region Hospital in the Home Services
Clinical Lead – Te Toka Tumai Hospital in the Home (Auckland City Hospital)
Throughout his career, Erik has been passionate about creating innovative healthcare solutions that make access easier while improving patient outcomes. His work in Hospital in the Home reflects a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care in more flexible, patient-focused ways. At his core, Erik describes himself as: “An empathetic, patient-focused problem solver.”
His decision to work alongside Chrissie and TruYou NZ came from a shared belief that healthcare is about more than acute medicine. It is about how people feel - physically, mentally, and emotionally. Erik recognises that the way a person sees themselves and experiences their health plays a powerful role in overall wellbeing. Outside of medicine, Erik is a proud husband and father to two girls, and values family life alongside his professional commitments.
TruYou - Not just a name...
TruYou, it's a sincere statement of how we approach every one of our clients! We take the time to get to know you; we’re passionate and dedicated to making you feel as comfortable and confident in your own skin as possible.
