Dr Thinus Smit

Dr Thinus Smit Bariatric and metabolic-, upper gastrointestinal-, laparoscopic surgeon in Pretoria, South Africa

Dr Smit is a laparoscopic and internationally accredited bariatric surgeon. The main focus in his practice is upper GIT surgery and metabolic surgery. Proventi accredited bariatric surgeon
Member of SASES (South African Society of Endoscopic Surgeons)
Exco member of Surgicom
Exco member of SAMMSS (South African Metabolic Medicine and Surgery Society)

Currently head of the BSI Unit for metabolic surgery at Zuid Afrikaans Hospital in Pretoria, South Africa.

The next step is simple.Book a consultation.Understand your health.Explore your options.Clarity leads to the right treat...
20/04/2026

The next step is simple.

Book a consultation.
Understand your health.
Explore your options.

Clarity leads to the right treatment — and better long-term outcomes.
Start your journey with Dr Thinus Smit.

Email us at bariatrics@prosurgholdings.com

Follow-up appointments are not optional — they are part of the treatment.They ensure:• Nutritional balance• Early interv...
16/04/2026

Follow-up appointments are not optional — they are part of the treatment.

They ensure:
• Nutritional balance
• Early intervention
• Long-term success
Consistency in care leads to consistency in results.

Visit our website for more information: www.thinussmit.co.za

Obesity does not stay the same. It progresses.Over time, untreated obesity increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease...
14/04/2026

Obesity does not stay the same. It progresses.

Over time, untreated obesity increases the risk of diabetes, heart disease, and other complications.
Delaying treatment allows the disease to advance.
Structured care helps interrupt that progression.

Visit our website for more information: www.thinussmit.co.za

Treatment is about more than numbers on a scale.Patients often experience improvements in:• Energy levels• Mobility• Con...
10/04/2026

Treatment is about more than numbers on a scale.
Patients often experience improvements in:
• Energy levels
• Mobility
• Confidence
• Daily functioning

Health is lived — not measured.

Visit our website for more information: www.thinussmit.co.za

Obesity is affecting the majority of adults in South Africa.• Over 68% of women are overweight or obese• Around 31% of m...
08/04/2026

Obesity is affecting the majority of adults in South Africa.

• Over 68% of women are overweight or obese
• Around 31% of men are overweight or obese

This is not a niche issue — it is a national health reality.
Obesity is a chronic disease that requires structured, medical care.

https://data.worldobesity.org/country/south-africa-197/

Better outcomes come from better collaboration.Effective bariatric care involves:SurgeonPhysicianDietitianPsychologistAn...
06/04/2026

Better outcomes come from better collaboration.
Effective bariatric care involves:
Surgeon
Physician
Dietitian
Psychologist
Anesthetist
Medical support team

Because your health requires more than one perspective.

Visit our website for more information: www.thinussmit.co.za

Short-term results mean little without long-term sustainability.Structured bariatric care focuses on metabolic health, d...
02/04/2026

Short-term results mean little without long-term sustainability.
Structured bariatric care focuses on metabolic health, disease improvement, and lasting outcomes.

Success is measured in years — not weeks.

There are different bariatric surgery options available — because every patient’s journey is unique.Your treatment plan ...
31/03/2026

There are different bariatric surgery options available — because every patient’s journey is unique.
Your treatment plan is tailored to your specific medical needs.
Not a one-size-fits-all solution, but a structured, personalised approach to your health.
Reach out to us to book a consultation.
We’ll walk the journey with you.

Visit our website for more information: www.thinussmit.co.za

1 year after her SADi! Wonderful to share in patient’s life changing journeys!
27/03/2026

1 year after her SADi! Wonderful to share in patient’s life changing journeys!

26/03/2026

We believe the OCF can be a force for change in how we are able to manage patients living with obesity and which treatment options we are able to offer patients in SA. Support this work by going to the website and subscribing.

Patient nr 10 for the OCF today! She is also the second patient that is fully funded through membership contributions! R...
25/03/2026

Patient nr 10 for the OCF today! She is also the second patient that is fully funded through membership contributions! Real progress!

Be the change you want to see in society!

Obesity is a progressive metabolic disease.Over time, the body defends higher weight through hormonal adaptation — incre...
23/03/2026

Obesity is a progressive metabolic disease.

Over time, the body defends higher weight through hormonal adaptation — increasing hunger signals and lowering energy expenditure.
This is why repeated dieting often leads to regain.

World Obesity Month reminds us:
If the biology changes, the treatment strategy must change too.
Science-led intervention improves outcomes.

Address

293 Bourke Street, Muckleneuk
Pretoria
0002

Opening Hours

Monday 07:30 - 16:30
Tuesday 07:30 - 16:30
Wednesday 07:30 - 16:30
Thursday 07:30 - 16:30
Friday 07:30 - 12:30

Telephone

+27123465639

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