Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt

18/07/2025

Understanding the distinction between normal forgetfulness and the early signs of dementia can give you peace of mind or encourage you to seek a medical opinion. 😵‍💫 More with the link in the comments. 🧠

16/07/2025

“Many patients take medication for years for electrical heart conditions that could actually be cured," says Dr Viwe Mtwesi, an electrophysiologist at Mediclinic Heart Hospital. Click the link in the comments for more. ❤️

As an electrophysiologist, Dr Viwe Mtwesi treats electrical heart conditions, including arrythmias. She is now bringing her expertise to Mediclinic Heart Hospital.

14/07/2025

Did you know your blood types might make you more prone to a certain disease? Book an appointment with the link in the comments. 🩺 💪

11/07/2025

Considering the financial, emotional, and mental toll sleep deprivation takes on the individual, getting enough sleep in 2025 is a goal worth pursuing. Dr Irshaad Ebrahim explains why a good night’s sleep is more important than ever. Read more with the link in the comments. 🥱😴

Ignoring our sleep problems has become the norm for many within our society. According to recent data published

10/07/2025

Early detection of disease can save your life. Make an appointment with the link in comments.

09/07/2025

At Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt, caring for moms and their newborns is our calling. Our team of compassionate nurses is here to support you throughout your journey, providing gentle, expert care tailored to both you and your baby’s needs. We are here to support you every step of the way, from your prenatal visits to delivery and postnatal follow-ups. For more information visit: https://mediclinic.link/juc

09/07/2025

Think your boep is just “extra padding”? Think again! That belly fat could be silently putting your health at risk. Find out why with the link in the comments.

The link between abdominal fat – particularly visceral fat – and type 2 diabetes.

07/07/2025

Testicular cancer can be caught early if you do a monthly self-check. We show you how. Make an appointment here with the link in the comments.🫵

04/07/2025

Lighten or darken – either way, your skin deserves better. From bleaching creams to tanning beds, unsafe trends are putting your health at risk. Dr Dilshaad Asmal unpacks the dangers – and the safer alternatives. See the link the comments for more.

In a world where beauty standards are often defined by social media trends and celebrity endorsements, the colour of your skin can sometimes feel like a determinant of self-esteem and confidence

01/07/2025

We welcome Braam Joubert as the new CEO for Mediclinic Southern Africa as of 1 July 2025. Braam has served as the division's Chief Financial Officer since 2008 and is recognised as an empowering leader who facilitates growth. We look forward to his leadership and the wealth of experience he will bring to this role.

30/06/2025

Parents dealing with mental health problems should explain their struggles to their children in an appropriate way, says a Mediclinic psychologist. Link in comments.

27/06/2025

Bed wetting isn’t bad behaviour – it’s biology. Dr Andrew Ferreirinha unpacks what’s really behind this common childhood condition with the link in comments.

Bed wetting is one of the most common, yet least talked-about, childhood conditions. For many families, it’s a quiet source of stress, shame and frustration

26/06/2025

Once seen mainly as a party drug, ketamine has been used in low doses to support people facing serious mental health challenges. Link in comments where a Mediclinic expert weighs in.

Ketamine is now a promising treatment for depression.

18/06/2025

Are you having your baby at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt? You’re invited to a free tour. In the Maternity Unit, the wellbeing and comfort of both mom and baby is our key priority. Ahead of having your baby at our facility, we invite you to join us for a free guided tour of the unit. The tour takes place every Monday from 15:30 to 16:00. Click here to book your spot now: https://mediclinic.link/53c

12/06/2025

On World Environment Day, our dedicated staff at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt came together to share and celebrate practical ways to help save our planet - proving that small actions can lead to big change! 🌱 🫶

02/06/2025

As part of Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt's commitment to comprehensive maternity care, we offer monthly antenatal classes led by a highly experienced professional nurse. Our monthly antenatal sessions provide expectant parents with essential knowledge and practical skills to confidently navigate pregnancy, childbirth and early infant care. From understanding the stages of labour to mastering how to bathe a newborn, each class is designed to empower parents with hands-on guidance. To learn more, please click this link: https://mediclinic.link/juc

19/05/2025

Dr Barbara Vorster, a nuclear medicine specialist with a special interest in nuclear medicine in sports imaging, is now in private practice at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt. To book an appointment, call: 021 945 3420/1 or email: anle@nuke.co.za

16/05/2025

Thank You, Nurses. Mediclinic celebrates you. Your skilled hands and kind hearts help us build a better tomorrow. 🫶

14/05/2025

Dr Etienne Boer, Specialist Physician at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt, explains how hypertension — often called the "silent killer" — can quietly damage your health without obvious symptoms: https://mediclinic.link/ltw

Dr Etienne Boer, Specialist Physician at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt, explains how hypertension — often called the "silent killer"

03/04/2025

Dr Mohamed Patel – a specialist general surgeon with expertise spanning a broad spectrum of interventions including trauma surgery, breast pathology and minimally invasive procedures such as laparoscopic hernia repairs – is now in private practice at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt. To book an appointment, call: 021 001 2756 or email: reception@drmohamedpatel.co.za

Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt is one of the oldest and best-known private hospitals in the Western Cape. It has been operating for more than 30 years in the most central part of Cape Towns’ Northern Suburbs, Bellville.

17/03/2025

At Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt our breast cancer experts support you every step of the way. Awareness is key to managing breast health, and in particular breast cancer. Dr Fatima Hoosain is a specialist in breast cancer at our hospital and says early detection is vital. See more in first comment.

14/03/2025

Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt hosted 18 new moms and dads at our Pregnancy Awareness Information session on Saturday, 22 February 2025. A special thank you to our speakers:
Dr Marlena Du Toit (Gynaecologist), Dr Wayne Hough (Paediatrician), Dr Janneman de Bruijn (Obstetrician), Valpre Huisamen (Dietician), and Sr Lynne Lane (Professional Nurse).

Lastly, a huge thank you to the team that had assisted in putting this together, our sponsors and all of our attendees for making this event a huge success.

21/01/2025

From planning to birth, Mediclinic supports our obstetric patients with specialised care and advanced technology. You are invited to Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt on Saturday, 22 February 2025 for an information session at the Training Centre, c/o 16 Broadway and Keerweder road, Bellville. To RSVP, contact Samantha du Plessis on 021-957 6095 or send an email to Samantha.DuPlessis@mediclinic.co.za.

17/01/2025

Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt is delighted to welcome Baby Karoo BCG Fourie to the world! We congratulate parents Mila Guy and Bennie Fourie on their addition to their family and are proud to be part of this exciting journey.

Mila Guy kon amper nie haar oë van haar klein Karoo wegskeur nie.