Hillcrest Surgical Unit

28/04/2026

Its that time of the year again, Upper Highway. Best of Durban 2026. Thank you so much for your nomination. Please show your support for our little casualty and endoscopy unit by voting for us.

13/04/2026

Our state-of-the-art centre offers a wide range of medical and basic surgical procedures with the latest technology and highly trained medical staff. We are committed to providing the highest quality Primary and Urgent Health Care, resulting in an exceptional patient experience.
2 Meyrickton Place, Gillitts, (Opposite Funnel Cars)
+27 31 765 7815
admin@hillcrestsurgicalunit.co.za

07/04/2026

27/03/2026

Dear Upper Highway. Please book appointments directly with our reception telephonically and not over email. Our emails are not monitored closely enough to ensure you are attended to timeously. Thank you!

26/03/2026

💜 Purple Day – Raising Awareness for Epilepsy 💜

Today we join the global community in recognising Purple Day — a day dedicated to increasing understanding and support for people living with epilepsy.

Epilepsy is a neurological condition that affects millions of people worldwide, including many here in South Africa. Despite how common it is, there is still a lot of misunderstanding and stigma surrounding it.

🧠 What you should know:
• Epilepsy causes recurrent seizures, which can look different from person to person
• Not all seizures involve shaking — some may appear as brief staring spells or confusion
• With proper treatment, many people with epilepsy live full, healthy lives

🚨 Seizure First Aid – What to do:
• Stay calm and keep the person safe
• Turn them onto their side in the recovery position
• Do not put anything in their mouth
• Time the seizure
• Call for medical help

💜 Wear purple today to show your support!

06/03/2026

WELCOME TO THE TEAM - Dr Dave Cummings (General Practitioner)

Dr Dave was born in Zimbabwe in the mid-1970s and moved to the Gillitts area in the early 1980’s. He completed his Matric at Kearsney College before studying a Science degree at UKZN. He then achieved his dream of studying medicine at Wits university graduating in 2003. He spent one year internship at Prince Mshiyeni Hospital in Umlazi and one year Community Service at Johannesburg General Hospital. After working for a few years as a GP in northern suburbs of Joburg, he returned home to Hillcrest.

He has been in General Practice now for nearly twenty years. Dr Dave enjoys all aspects of Family Medicine, but has a special interest in ADHD management – both children and adults, having completed a certification course under Prof Venter in 2012. He also enjoys treating diabetes and chronic metabolic syndrome, having been part of the Practitioner Network of the Centre for Diabetes Education since 2017. His wonderful wife Sue is an accomplished Hand OT practicing at Busamed Hillcrest Hospital, and together they have three amazing teenage children who attend Curro Hillcrest High School, as well as two large Ridgebacks and Rex the cat who thinks he rules the house.

Dr Dave practices from Le Domaine Health in the mornings and Hillcrest Surgical Unit in the afternoons. We are so happy to have him join our team. Warmest of welcomes!

04/03/2026

Please check if your medications can be covered by chronic benefit on your medical aid. Even hospital plans without savings can qualify. Ask your doctor if you are unsure and we can assist.

26/02/2026

In light of World TB day on 24 February, we at HSU found this post long overdue. Tuberculosis (TB) is still one of the most common infections in South Africa — but it is curable and treatable. Early diagnosis and treatment not only saves lives — it also protects your family and community.

It’s important to remind our community that TB is spread through the air and can affect anyone regardless of socioeconomic status and HIV coinfection.

🔎 Symptoms of TB may include:
• A cough lasting longer than 2 weeks
• Night sweats
• Unexplained weight loss
• Fever
• Fatigue

❤️ There is no shame in testing. TB can affect anyone.

If you or someone you know has symptoms, please come in for assessment. Early testing makes all the difference.
📞 Contact us to book a consultation.

20/02/2026

MEET DR SHAUN MARTIN
Dr Shaun is a general practitioner with a special interest in geriatrics, mental health, substance abuse and surgery. He works at multiple old age homes in the area and splits his time between HSU and Hillcrest Medicross. He has his post-graduate diploma in anaesthesia and enjoys removing the weird and wonderful from patients' skin.

19/02/2026

🩺Know the Signs of a Medical Emergency🩺

Not every illness needs the emergency room — but some symptoms should never be ignored. If you are unsure if you require immediate hospital care, rather call us and ask for advice and we can guide you.

Seek urgent medical care if you experience:
• Chest pain or pressure
• Sudden difficulty breathing
• Seizures
• Severe allergic reactions
• Sudden weakness or confusion
• High fever in infants not improving with medication and cool sponging
• Serious injuries or head trauma

When in doubt, rather get checked. Early treatment can save lives.

Our team is equipped to assist with both general medical care and emergencies — because your health can’t wait.

14/02/2026

Happy Valentine’s Day from the HSU team ❤️
PS the bubbly is non-alcoholic 😜