Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg

20/11/2025

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg celebrated World Prematurity Day on November 17, with a focus on educating parents and mums-to-be about the RSV virus (Respiratory Syncytial Virus), which causes infections in the respiratory tract. The information session and discussion was led by neonatologist, Dr Mzizana, and Sr Miller shared insights on a father's view of baby care and their supportive role in neonatal care. The day was celebrated with specialist paediatricians, as well as 3 sets of twin babies who had been admitted to the neonatal critical care unit at Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg. Participating parents shared their experiences of comprehensive and expert medical care received at Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg, with the staff and guests.

19/11/2025

A Mediclinic expert explains that breastmilk gives premature babies powerful immune protection – crucial for little ones whose bodies and immune systems are still developing. Read more at the link in the comments.

Learn how mother’s own milk (MOM) and breastmilk help ensure the long-term health of premature babies. Find out how medical staff facilitate this process.

18/11/2025

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg and Lancet Laboratories are proud to have hosted successful free screening health checks on World Diabetes Day, 14 November 2025. Blood pressure and blood glucose levels were checked and visitors and staff were educated on healthy lifestyle and early detection. This testing is essential as diabetes is often only recognised once the disease has progressed. Thank you to all those involved in offering our community this vital health check-in.

17/11/2025

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg is honoured to have been voted as the best in healthcare in Pietermaritzburg, recognition directly from the people we proudly serve. It is not just a celebration of our hospital – but also of patients, families, staff and the broader community who walk this journey with us. Your trust, feedback, support and partnership continue to inspire us to raise the standard of care, innovate, and deliver healthcare with compassion and excellence.

We thank every nurse, doctor, allied health professional, administrative and management team members and supportive service staff, who daily demonstrate their heart and commitment. We remain committed to being a place of healing hope and excellence. Your support makes us strive to constantly improve.

17/11/2025

The primary goal of NICU care is to help babies grow stronger and healthier until they're ready to go home with their families.

14/11/2025

From ophthalmologists to cardiologists, a large, diverse team of experts is required to provide the correct care for diabetic patients, says Dr Chris Greyling, an endocrinologist at Mediclinic Durbanville. Discover more at the link in comments.

Diabetes is a multi-faceted disease. Find out why it is best treated through a multidisciplinary approach.

12/11/2025

Cochlear implants work best for children under age three with severe hearing loss and Marleyis living proof. Dr Johan Nell, ENT surgeon at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt, gave this little girl the gift of sound. Click on the link in comments to discover her journey.

Learn about cochlear implants and how they work. Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt ear, nose and throat surgeon Dr Johan Nell discusses the case of a three-year-old patient with profound hearing loss.

10/11/2025

It’s the season for outdoor fun, sun, and swimming, but what about your child’s ear safety? Read more in the link in comments for expert tips from a Mediclinic audiologist about protecting little ears this season.

Audiologist Deon Ceronio shares expert advice about protecting your child’s ears this summer.

05/11/2025

Congratulations 🎉 Sign up for Mediclinic Prime and participate in future competitions for a chance to win: https://mediclinic.link/8hf

05/11/2025

Dealing with exam stress in your household? Boost your teen’s focus, memory and energy with Vitamin B-rich foods. Read our latest article by Lize Snyman, a registered dietitian at Mediclinic Kloof, who shares more in the link in the comments.

Boost your teenager’s focus, energy, and memory this exam season with Vitamin B-rich foods.

03/11/2025

Mediclinic is proud to attract some of our country’s top talent across our hospitals. We recently attended the 2025 SA Heart Association Conference to engage directly with leading Cardiologists to inform them of opportunities within our facilities. We were excited by the developments within the industry, and look forward to how this knowledge and learning can benefit our patients. ♥️

31/10/2025

“Unlike a full stroke, where brain tissue dies due to prolonged oxygen deprivation, the effects of a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) are reversible because blood flow is restored quickly enough to prevent permanent damage,” says a Mediclinic expert. Discover how to identify a TIA at the link in the comments.

Expert input from a Mediclinic specialist about how a Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA) presents an opportunity for stroke prevention.

29/10/2025

Internationally renowned orthopaedic surgeons perform specialised limb reconstruction surgeries at Mediclinic Durbanville’s Limb Reconstruction and Musculoskeletal Infection Unit. Read more at the link in the comments.

Internationally recognised orthopaedic surgeons Dr Gadi Epstein and Professor Nando Ferreira perform specialised limb surgery at Mediclinic Durbanville. Their approach combines surgical precision with deep expertise in musculoskeletal science to help restore mobility, relieve pain, and improve patie...

27/10/2025

From Knysna to Shamwari, the inaugural Gravel Burn pushes limits - and Mediclinic and ER24 are there every kilometre of the way, keeping riders safe, supported, and ready for the next climb. Learn more on the link in the comments. 🚴‍

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30/09/2025

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg celebrated World Heart Day by offering free blood pressure, glucose and cholesterol screening in support of heart and stroke awareness with the following message: "A healthy heart is the foundation of a healthy lifestyle".

We honored the World Heart Day theme for 2025: Don't Miss A Beat ❤️ Our staff and patrons participated in fun activities which included karaoke and staff sang to "the beat". Thank you to all our partners patrons, company representatives and sponsors for supporting the good health of our community.

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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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.

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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.