Co-Founder & Consultant Physician – Endocrinology, Diabetes & General Medicine

Dr. Davide Conti is a Sicilian-born, dual-trained Consultant Physician with nearly two decades of medical expertise. Having practiced in New Zealand for over 15 years, Davide brings a rich, global perspective to Forward Health, combining deep specialist knowledge with a profound dedication to human connection and community wellbeing.

As a specialist in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and General Internal Medicine, Davide doesn't just look at isolated symptoms; he looks at the whole person. At Forward Health, he focuses on expert, personalized medical care regarding hormones, metabolism, bone health, and longevity. By utilizing advanced diagnostic tools like our clinical DXA scanner, Davide helps patients move past the guesswork and build clear, data-driven foundations for their health journey.

Clinical Background & Leadership:

• Fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians (FRACP) in Endocrinology & Diabetes and Adult General Medicine.

• Extensive Medical Experience: Nearly 20 years of clinical practice, with specialist registrations across New Zealand (MCNZ) and Australia (AHPRA).

• Global Medical Mentorship: Founder of the community Doctors in Fuga (Doctors on the run), a significant peer-to-peer support network that mentors and advocates for Italian medical professionals navigating international healthcare systems.

Beyond the Clinic: Davide’s passion for understanding the human condition extends far beyond medicine. He is an award-winning documentary photographer whose work focuses on social narratives, resilience, and community storytelling. Under his brand Images by Davide, his portraiture has sparked local dialogue on social issues and earned him 1st Place in the Open Category at the 2024 NZIA FotoFest Resilience awards.

When he isn't in the clinic or behind the lens, Davide fully embraces the Rotorua lifestyle alongside his family. You will often find this avid outdoorsman mountain biking through the forest with Jenna and the kids, snowboarding, surfing, or cooking authentic Italian cuisine for a busy household.

Co-Founder & Registered Occupational Therapist

Jenna Conti is a Rotorua-raised Occupational Therapist who specializes in the "now what?" phase of health. With a diverse clinical background—spanning acute hospital settings, community care, and primary health as both an OT and a Health Improvement Practitioner (HIP)—Jenna bridges the gap between medical data and real-life daily living.

Applying Health to Life Jenna’s experience across the full spectrum of healthcare has taught her that a health transition is never just physical. Whether you are navigating a new diagnosis, a recent scan result, or a physical setback, she helps you translate that medical information into a practical way forward. Jenna’s expertise is in finding that fine line between staying safe and staying yourself—ensuring that while you manage new physical transitions, you also uphold your quality and meaning of life.

Open Ears, Practical Progress Beyond physical health, Jenna’s door is always open to discuss whatever is "on top" for you right now. Her background in primary mental health means she is equally comfortable navigating anxiety, relationship issues, parenting struggles, or depression. Her approach is non-judgmental and grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Sensory Modulation. She focuses on the practical reality of your day-to-day: “How do we move forward from here?”

Therapy That Fits Your Life Jenna believes therapy should be as flexible as the people she works with. She offers a range of environments for her sessions, from traditional clinic settings to "walk and talk" sessions in the forest. Her goal is to help you build a life that is sustainable, vibrant, and aligned with what matters most to you.

Clinical Background & Qualifications:

• Registered Occupational Therapist with a Bachelor of Health Science (Occupational Therapy) from AUT.

• Therapeutic Expertise: Strong training and experience utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). 

• Extensive clinical experience across community health, primary care (HIP), inpatient rehabilitation, and disability support.

Deeply in love with Rotorua, Jenna spends her free time exploring the forests, lakes, and beaches with her family. At home, she balances the busyness of life by reading, crafting, and—with plenty of enthusiasm and trial-and-error—trying her best to build a thriving family, home and garden.