Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg

08/09/2025

You don’t need to live with debilitating period pain. Your Mediclinic gynaecologist can identify the problem and treat the condition, whether it’s fibroids, cysts, infection or endometriosis.

05/09/2025

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg would like to thank our community for nominating us as your local first-choice hospital. This recognition is really about all of us - patients, families, doctors, nurses and staff - working together for better care. If you feel we've made a difference in your care, please consider casting your vote in the 'Best of PMB & Midlands' Awards- it would be an honour to celebrate this achievement together.

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04/09/2025

“For osteoarthritis in the hip and the back, strengthening your core muscles is very important,” says a Mediclinic expert. Click on the link in comments to learn more about how to manage this painful condition.

What you can do to improve the symptoms of osteoarthritis and relieve pain. Learn about new developments in managing this condition from a Mediclinic expert.

02/09/2025

Is your family overdue for a deworming routine? Dr Marisna Venter, referring GP to Mediclinic Hermanus shares more in our latest article with the link in the first comment.🪱

Dr Marisna Venter, GP at Mediclinic Hermanus, explains why deworming every six months is important for you and your children.

01/09/2025

Congested? Post-nasal drip? Headache? See your Mediclinic doctor for relief from sinusitis. If you’ve battled a head cold for more than a week, it might progress to a bacterial sinus infection.

29/08/2025

We have been exploring several important topics during this Organ Donation Awareness Month. These include the life-saving benefits of organ donation, the process of living kidney donation, inspiring athletes competing at the World Transplant Games, and addressing common myths about religion and organ donation.

If you missed any of these articles, you can read them all here: https://linktr.ee/WITSDGMC

29/08/2025

Meningococcal meningitis cases rise in winter. Christine Smedley, Infection Prevention and Control Officer at Mediclinic shares what symptoms to watch for and how to stay safe. Read more at the link in comments.

Learn more about meningococcal meningitis. Discover the symptoms, how it spreads, and prevention tips, including vaccination and hygiene practices.

28/08/2025

27/08/2025

“We create a 3D model of the patient’s shoulder – what it looks like before surgery, and what it should look like afterwards. So, when we operate, we know what the best-case scenario should be.” An orthopaedic surgeon at Mediclinic Worcester explains the latest advancements in shoulder arthroplasty procedures. Read more with the link in the comments.

The Arthrex VIP System allows doctors to pre-plan shoulder replacement surgeries more accurately using 3D modelling. Dr Peter O’Farrell, an orthopaedic surgeon at Mediclinic Worcester, explains its benefits for both surgeons and patients.

26/08/2025

26/08/2025

Mediclinic is proud to launch our 2025/6 CSI Report under the theme "Be Inspired" showcasing our collective efforts across Southern Africa. From pro bono surgeries to supporting various NGO's and providing student trauma counselling, through public and private partnerships and collaborations, it is possible to create better outcomes for our communities. Be inspired and read more with the link in comments.

Read about Mediclinic Southern Africa's transformation strategies. Committed to diversity, inclusion, and empowerment, we aim to reflect the communities we serve.

25/08/2025

Melasma, a common type of hyperpigmentation characterised by brown or grey-brown patches, affects mainly women. A Mediclinic expert shares new information about treatments. Click the link in comments for more.

Hyperpigmentation, a darkening of certain areas of the skin, can be difficult to deal with. A Mediclinic expert shares information about new treatments.

22/08/2025

It’s a lifelong mental health condition but it can be managed successfully. A Mediclinic psychiatrist explains more. Full video at the link in comments.

16/05/2025

We would like to congratulate our very own Dr Hansraj Mangray for this remarkable accomplishment.

In a momentous milestone for both UKZN and the field of paediatric surgery in South Africa, Dr Hansraj Mangray has become the first PhD graduate in the Paediatric Surgery Discipline since the founding of UKZN in 2004.
Born and raised in Phoenix, Durban, Mangray’s journey to academic and surgical excellence began at Earlington Secondary School. With parents who had limited formal education but a deep belief in the power of learning, he was encouraged from a young age to pursue Higher Education. The challenges he witnessed in the public healthcare system - such as waiting for many hours at clinics and sometimes not seeing a doctor at all - sparked a personal mission to serve and change the system from within.

Read more: https://tinyurl.com/dhy62djm

04/04/2025

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg is proud to officially launch its day clinic, focusing on same day surgery and streamlined care for the community. The day clinic concentrates only on minor surgical procedures and offers cost-effective and accessible quality healthcare, without compromising on the high clinical standards: https://mediclinic.link/sv0

14/03/2025

The newly launched renal unit at Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg has expanded from six dialysis stations to 20, allowing the unit to serve more patients and better meet the community's needs. As the demand grew, so did the need to provide not just treatment but also comfort, emotional support and the promise of life after dialysis: https://mediclinic.link/80d781

13/03/2025

Join us in recognising World Kidney Day on 13 March 2025. Mediclinic invites you to listen to a podcast where our experts explain how to prevent kidney disease and how to improve your quality of life if you’re living with it. Click the link in the first comment for more info.

13/03/2025

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg welcomed dads and moms-to-be from our community to the obstetric unit on 21 February for an information session. Guests interacted with specialist guest speakers and the midwives for insight into their pregnancy journey and beyond. Topics included breastfeeding, pressures of delivery, and a fun Q & A session to debunk common pregnancy myths. We would like to thank all our sponsors for the generous prizes and give-aways distributed at the event.

12/02/2025

From planning to birth, Mediclinic supports our obstetric patients with specialised care and advanced technology. You are invited to Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg on Friday, 21 February 2025 for a Pregnancy information session at the Forest Room. To RSVP, contact Reshnee Beekrum on 033 845 3700 or reshnee.beekrum@mediclinic.co.za

27/11/2024

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg celebrated World Prematurity Day 2024 with a presentation on “Infection control in your newborn”. Staff and guests donned purple with purple decorations for the celebrations. Guests included parents of premature babies that were admitted to the Neonatal Critical Care Unit, as well as doctors and staff of the NICU and obstetric unit.

25/11/2024

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg proudly offered free blood glucose testing and blood pressure testing on World Diabates Day, 14 November 2024. Community members being tested received dietary advice by our dieticians , free eye screenings from our optometrist as well as a healthy snack. They also enjoyed a 10-minute workout from our zesty Zumba dance instructor as part of our motivation to get more active. 💪

08/11/2024

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg is excited to announce the expansion of a broad range of services through the latest extension to the hospital. The latest additions scheduled to be complete by the end of 2024 include a dedicated day clinic, bigger renal services unit, as well as a fertility clinic catering for families in the community: https://mediclinic.link/ac4976

04/10/2024

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg honoured Heart and Stroke awareness month by providing free blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol screening for our community to know their numbers. We encourage awareness about necessary health checks such as blood pressure from as early as the age of 20 years because high blood pressure is known as a silent killer. Staff and doctors were encouraged to get their hearts racing by participating in a rowing and cycle challenge – which was great fun. Dietary advice was offered as well as full body assessments and the meditation / relaxation and breathing session was well received as the staff were educated on the effects stress on their heart health. Contact Reshnee Beekrum: pxmPietermaritzburg@mediclinic.co.za for more information about our upcoming health days.

13/03/2024

Join us on World Kidney Day for an information session with our renal experts. Meet local experts in this field such as our nephrologist, dietician, physiotherapist and psychologist.
Date: Thursday 14 March 2024,
Venue: Forest Room at Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg, 90 Payne Street
Time: 13:00
Topic: Kidney Health For All – advancing equitable access to care and optimal medication practice.