Mediclinic Sandton

30/10/2026

Can your smartwatch tell if you're healthy? It can offer useful clues, but it can't replace a medical assessment, says a Mediclinic physician. Link in comments.

Smartwatches track heart rate, sleep and more, but how reliable are they? A physician explains what wearable health data can really tell you about your health.

29/10/2026

What mental health concern is affecting people across generations?

Explore the findings from the Mediclinic Generational Health Survey to discover one shared concern affecting mental health across age groups.

Read the findings, answer a question based on the survey results and stand a chance to win a Nespresso coffee machine worth R3 699. Access the health survey and enter using the link in the comments.

The findings provide valuable insights into evolving healthcare needs and reinforce our role as a trusted health thought leader. As part of our focus on Mental Health Month, sharing these insights highlights a growing openness around mental health, while acknowledging the barriers that remain, inclu...

28/10/2026

From spinal fusions to osteoporosis, early assessment can make a difference. A Mediclinic spinal surgeon explains how a multidisciplinary approach can help patients receive the right treatment.

27/10/2026

People with generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) may constantly anticipate problems or imagine worst-case scenarios. Discover more at the link in the comments.

Learn about generalised anxiety disorder, its causes, symptoms and treatment, and when persistent worry may be a sign that you need professional support.

26/10/2026

Severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy could be a sign of hyperemesis gravidarum. Read our latest article with the link in the comments.

Learn how hyperemesis gravidarum differs from morning sickness, who is at risk, available treatments, and when it’s time to get medical care during pregnancy.

23/10/2026

Addiction and PTSD are the most frequently reported mental health conditions amongst Gen Z respondents, highlighting an urgent need for support and awareness. To understand how the young people in your life manage their mental health and how best to support them, read more in our Generational Health Survey. Link in comments.

The findings provide valuable insights into evolving healthcare needs and reinforce our role as a trusted health thought leader. As part of our focus on Mental Health Month, sharing these insights highlights a growing openness around mental health, while acknowledging the barriers that remain, inclu...

22/10/2026

A specialist physician at Mediclinic explains that although your liver repairs itself naturally, you can still do a lot to help reverse any damage.

21/10/2026

South Africa's first dedicated osseointegration service is transforming life after amputation. By anchoring the prosthesis straight to the skeleton, patients gain comfort and a more natural connection to their limb. Link in the comments.

Learn how osseointegration connects prosthetic limbs directly to the bone, giving amputees in South Africa greater comfort, control and freedom of movement.

20/10/2026

Smaller cuts, greater precision, faster healing – robotic surgery is changing hernia care. Don’t wait for symptoms to worsen. Speak to your doctor early. More at the link in the comments.

Learn how robotic-assisted surgery is transforming hernia repair with greater precision, smaller incisions and quicker recovery for patients in South Africa.

19/10/2026

Financial pressure is taking a toll on mental wellbeing across generations. Mediclinic’s Generational Health Survey reveals that Millennials and Gen Z are increasingly open to seeking professional mental health support compared to other generations. But stigma and fear of judgement are still barriers that prevent people from getting the help they need. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health. Understanding these differences matters to us because healthcare needs and priorities are not the same for everyone. Read more about our Generational Health Survey findings via the link in the comments.

The findings provide valuable insights into evolving healthcare needs and reinforce our role as a trusted health thought leader. As part of our focus on Mental Health Month, sharing these insights highlights a growing openness around mental health, while acknowledging the barriers that remain, inclu...

29/05/2026

Dr Zuko Booi is a specialist vascular surgeon with a special interest in the management of arterial and venous disease. He is now in private practice at Mediclinic Sandton. To book an appointment, call: 011 709 2149 or email: [email protected]

21/04/2026

Mediclinic Sandton is offering an attractive business and practice opportunity for a plastic surgeon who is ready to join our team of experts. For more information, see the first comment below. For more information or to discuss our practice establishment support package, email: [email protected]

02/03/2026

Dr Porai Moshesh – a paediatric critical care specialist with extensive expertise in paediatric intensive care – is now in private practice at Mediclinic Sandton. To book an appointment, call: 011 709 2380/2379 or email: [email protected]

19/12/2025

This festive season, our best wishes accompany you for a peaceful, joyful and safe time with loved ones. May it be filled with love, laughter and special moments.

Your health and safety are our top priority. Mediclinic Sandton’s Emergency Centre remains open 24/7 throughout the holidays to assist with any medical emergencies.

ER24 is on standby, ready to respond swiftly to emergency calls, and can be reached on 084 124.

08/04/2025

Dr Melané van Zyl – a specialist psychiatrist with expertise in mood and psychotic disorders, neuromodulation as well as Jungian psychoanalytic psychotherapy – is now in private practice at Mediclinic Sandton.

08/04/2025

Dr Tarlia Govender – a specialist paediatric surgeon with a wealth of expertise and an unwavering commitment to providing exceptional surgical care for infants and children – is now in private practice at Mediclinic Sandton. To book an appointment, call: 011 463 7277 or email: [email protected]

18/03/2025

Dr Simamkele Siviwe Hela – an obstetrician and gynaecologist specialising in women’s health through minimally invasive techniques, including laparoscopic and endoscopic gynaecological procedures – is now in private practice at Mediclinic Sandton. To book an appointment, call: 011 709 2082 or email: [email protected]

11/03/2025

Dr Rachelle Orfanidis – a specialist obstetrician and gynaecologist specialising in general antenatal care and ultrasound, complex obstetric cases and gynaecological conditions including surgical interventions, endoscopy, contraception and menopause care – is now in private practice at Mediclinic Sandton. To book an appointment, call: 011 463 4833 or email: [email protected]

17/12/2024

Mediclinic Sandton, located in Bryanston, provides 24-hour emergency specialist care for both paediatrics and adults this festive season. In the event of an emergency, call: 084 124 or 011 709 2002. Click here to learn more about our hospital: https://mediclinic.link/6jj

Mediclinic Sandton is situated in Bryanston, in the northern suburbs of Johannesburg.

12/03/2024

Prof Meel, a Cardiologist and Associate Professor at WITS, is now in private practice at Mediclinic Sandton. She has an MBChB from the Walter Sisulu University, an MMed in Internal Medicine Cum Laude from Pretoria University and a Fellowship in Cardiology from WITS. She did her PhD on myocardial mechanics in chronic rheumatic mitral regurgitation and aims to provide exceptional patient-centred cardiovascular care. To book an appointment, call 011 706 8510 or email: [email protected]