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04/09/2025

From first periods to post-menopause, every phase of womanhood carries beauty, complexity, and change.

You are allowed to evolve.
You are allowed to ask for help.
And you are absolutely allowed to be the priority in your own health story.

Wherever you are in your season, I’m here to walk with you.

26/08/2025

Is this the start of menopause?

It’s a question I hear often, sometimes whispered, sometimes asked in frustration, sometimes unsure.

And the truth is, menopause isn’t one big switch, it’s a gradual transition.

Perimenopause (the lead-up) can begin years before your final period.

Hormones fluctuate. Sleep becomes disrupted. Mood shifts. Periods become irregular. Hot flushes may begin. Libido may change.

These are real, common signs, and they deserve proper attention.

If you’ve noticed changes that don’t feel quite right, it’s worth exploring.

Understanding your body is the first step to feeling empowered through every stage.

I’m here to support you through this next chapter, with personalised care, clinical insight, and genuine compassion.

Book a consult, let’s talk about what’s really going on.

19/08/2025

6️⃣ Reasons I Recommend a Pap Smear. Even If You Feel Fine

As a women’s health specialist, I can’t say this enough: prevention is powerful.

A Pap smear is one of the simplest, most effective tools we have to protect your future.

1️⃣ We Catch Changes Early
Cervical cancer doesn’t usually come with warning signs, but a Pap smear can detect abnormal cells before they become dangerous.

2️⃣ We Screen for HPV:
All cervical cancers are linked to HPV. We can now screen for the underlying cause and intervene much earlier than waiting for the abnormal cells. Combined HPV testing with traditional cell-based pap smears is a powerful combination to understand your individual risk.

3️⃣ It Gives You Peace of Mind
One small check, one big exhale. You’ve done something important for yourself.

4️⃣ It’s Preventative, Not Just Reactive
We don’t wait for problems to start. Pap smears help us stay one step ahead.

5️⃣ It’s Quick
A few minutes. A bit of discomfort. A lifetime of benefit.

6️⃣ It’s a Wellness Moment
It’s more than a test, it’s a reminder that you are worth prioritising.

💬 Your health matters, even when nothing feels wrong.

If you’re due (or overdue), this is your gentle reminder. I’m here when you’re ready.

11/08/2025

Feeling grateful for the opportunity to present at the Sandton Mediclinic Trauma and Emergency Symposium.

🌸 I had the privilege of speaking to over 100 GPs and specialists on the important topic of Managing Early Pregnancy Complications at the Primary Level.

The goal was to empower GP’s and casualty doctors with the confidence to support women experiencing pain and bleeding in the first trimester and to strengthen collaboration with specialists. 🤍

Thank you to everyone who joined.

09/08/2025

It’s in the woman who walks through my door carrying silent pain.

The one who advocates for her body when it’s easier to ignore it.

The one navigating fertility struggles, heavy diagnoses, hormonal chaos and still showing up for everyone else.

Strength doesn’t always roar. Sometimes, it’s quiet.

To the women I have the honour of caring for...You remind me that womanhood is powerful, complex, and worthy of being held with respect.

This day isn’t just for celebration. It’s for recognition.

Happy Women’s Day.

05/08/2025

Women’s health is complex, from cycle changes and pelvic discomfort to hormonal shifts or symptoms that just don’t feel “normal.”

If something doesn’t sit right with you, trust that instinct.

You don’t need to wait for it to get worse, or wonder if it’s “serious enough” to ask.

As a gynaecologist, I’m here to help you feel heard, understood, and cared for, whatever stage of life you’re in.

Your health is always worth it.

31/07/2025

Start Strong: Prioritise Antenatal Care from the Very Beginning

Welcoming a new life is a beautiful journey, and it begins with caring for both you and your baby from day one.

Early antenatal care lays the foundation for a healthy pregnancy.

Here's why it's so important to start early:

Monitor your baby’s development

Detect and manage potential risks early

Receive personalised guidance on nutrition, lifestyle and wellbeing

Plan confidently for labour and delivery

Whether you're preparing for your first scan or navigating a high-risk pregnancy, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

Book your first antenatal consultation today.

Give us a call to schedule your appointment.

29/07/2025

Meet Dr Rachelle Orfanidis

I’m a Specialist Obstetrician Gynaecologist based at Mediclinic Sandton,with a passion for walking alongside women through every stage of their journey, from first scan to high-risk delivery and beyond.

Since qualifying as a medical doctor in 2012, I’ve dedicated my career exclusively to women’s health. My clinical work, teaching, and research have centred on providing compassionate, evidence-based care, always with a deep respect for the complexity and beauty of each patient’s story.

With specialist expertise in high-risk pregnancies, recurrent pregnancy loss, and placenta accreta surgery, I offer a holistic, patient-led approach grounded in trust and shared decision-making.

Whether you're preparing to welcome your first baby, managing a complex pregnancy, or simply looking for expert gynaecological care, I’mhere to support you.

📍 Practising at Mediclinic Sandton
💬 Consultations by appointment

11/05/2025

It's an honour to care for women throughout their journey to motherhood and beyond. Wishing all the Mom's out there a wonderful day of well deserved celebration 🌷

06/05/2025

It's been a great start so far joining Dr Wynand E van Tonder Inc. at Mediclinic Sandton. We have settled into our new rooms and are loving working in our beautiful space. I am grateful for the warm welcome from the whole team at the practice, the hospital management and theatre and ward teams. It really is a privilege to work in a practice that offers such exceptional care and I'm so excited for this chapter.

07/03/2025

Book your appointment now on 011 463 4833 or reception2@drwynandvantonder.co.za.

11/02/2025

Introducing Dr Rachelle Orfanidis Specialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist as an Associate of Dr Wynand E van Tonder Incorporated. She will be joining our Dream Team from 1 April 2025. Her warmth and high level of patient care is a wonderful attribute to our team🤍 Her speciality Obstetrics & Gynaecology. Appointments can me made on 011 463 4833.

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