Author

Alistair Lock

Dr Alistair Lock is a training radiologist, who practices medicine in New Zealand. He created the Dr Penguin picture books to teach children about medicine and the hospital environment, in a fun way that reduces fears and inspires imagination. He is supported by his loving wife Ann and son Lucas.


Dr Barney Rathnayaka is a budding anaesthetist training in New Zealand. Having illustrated all his life, he started his career as a freelance artist during medical school and hasn't stopped since.

Author's Books
Doctor Penguin - George's Sore Eye

Doctor Penguin works in the emergency department at Hopscotch Children’s Hospital. He treats all the town’s sick and unwell children that need his help. This time, a young dog called George has hurt his eye! Dr Penguin knows who can lend a hand: Dr Owl the eye doctor (ophthalmologist). They trea...

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