Dr Liani Smit - Medical Geneticist

17/10/2024

This morning I had the pleasure of meeting the breakfast team where we discussed the role genetics plays in cancer, specifically breast cancer for .

22/08/2023

I am hosting an online informational webinar for expectant parents about genetic conditions and the various screening and testing options that are available before and during pregnancy.

The webinar is free and aimed at the general public. If you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy and curious about your baby's genetic health you will find this very useful!

Date: Tomorrow, Wednesday 23 August, 18h30

Platform: Zoom - Click the link below to register

Zoom unifies cloud video conferencing, simple online meetings, and cross platform group chat into one easy-to-use platform. Our solution offers the best video, audio, and screen-sharing experience across Zoom Rooms, Windows, Mac, iOS, Android, and H.323/SIP room systems.

14/05/2023

13/05/2023

Have you heard about non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)?

It is a highly accurate method of screening for genetic conditions in a baby during pregnancy from as early as 9 weeks into the pregnancy and only requires a blood test in the mother.

What is non-invasive prenatal testing (NIPT)? Mediclinic Precise’s NIPT is a blood test performed during pregnancy that identifies whether your baby has a higher chance of having certain chromosomal conditions, such as Down syndrome.

31/03/2023

Have you heard about precision medicine?

Precision medicine is an emerging approach to disease prevention and treatment that considers the unique genes and environment of each patient. The ultimate goal of precision medicine is to provide the right treatment, at the right time, tailored to a patient's individual needs.

Mediclinic Southern Africa recently introduced their new precision medicine initiative called Mediclinic Precise. I am keen to see how this space will evolve in the coming years!

Imagine a treatment journey tailored to your true essence – your genetic makeup. A journey that is easier, more...

24/02/2023

Excited to be part of this pioneering precision medicine initiative by Mediclinic

Mediclinic Southern Africa announced their investment in precision medicine with the acquisition of an 80% shareholding in Artisan Biomed, a subsidiary of the Centre for Proteomic & Genomic Research (CPGR) which owns the remaining 20%.

06/11/2021

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?

Here's a very informative video by Next Genetics about the option of non invasive prenatal screening for chromosomal conditions during pregnancy

The aim of this video is to provide more information about Next Biosciences’ Non-Invasive Prenatal testing known as TriScreen, and help you to decide if it m...

02/09/2021

Proud to be part of the Mediclinic family and excited for the opportunity to bring the medical genetics discipline into mainstream private practice
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/mediclinic_dr-liani-smit-is-now-in-private-practice-activity-6838803641827110912-TYTp

Dr Liani Smit is now in private practice at Mediclinic Panorama. She completed her MMed in Medical Genetics cm laude and was admitted as a Fellow of the...

31/07/2021

Have you heard about Rare Diseases SA (RDSA)?

Click the link below to learn more about the invaluable contribution they make to individuals and families affected with rare diseases.

03/07/2021

It's undeniable that advances in genomics are transforming our traditional understanding of health and disease forever. Look at these 10 bold predictions by the NHGRI about the future of genomics by 2030


https://fb.watch/6vM25VihY3/

30/06/2021

Newborn screening (NBS) can screen babies in the first few days of life for a selected group of genetic and metabolic diseases that are often not yet apparent at birth.

Early detection and treatment of these conditions saves lives and prevent severe and irreversible complications.

Most of these conditions may occur in a child for the first time without any family history of these conditions being apparent.

NBS is offered as standard of care in many countries as part of their preventative health programmes but is not yet routinely availble in SA. Speak to your obstetrician or paediatrician about NBS to find out more.

https://news.nwu.ac.za/screening-birth-can-spare-babies-and-parents-much-pain

Newborn screening (NBS) is internationally recognised as essential in preventive healthcare practices. It involves the testing of newborn babies for treatable genetic conditions or inborn errors of metabolism that may not be apparent at birth. All newborn babies’ tests in South Africa are screened...

29/06/2021

https://www.thefutureofhealthcare.co.za/first-comprehensive-medical-genetic-and-genetic-counselling-service-in-private-practice/

Mediclinic Panorama is the first private hospital in South Africa to offer a comprehensive medical genetic and genetic counselling service. Such a service has become an essential offering for our patients as the evolution of this science has evolved.