Mediclinic Tzaneen

26/09/2025

For Sepsis Awareness Month, Dr Christo van Dyk, a physician at Mediclinic Worcester shares three important facts about this life-threatening condition.

25/09/2025

Check your knowledge and find out if an abnormal heartbeat is dangerous. When should you worry? A Mediclinic expert explains more about arrhythmia.

23/09/2025

Did you know eating more fibre is associated with a significantly reduced risk of colorectal cancer? “Fibre helps speed up the time it takes for waste to pass through your colon, reducing the time potential toxins spend in contact with your intestinal walls,” says a Mediclinic specialist. Click on the link in the comments for more.

Expert input from a Mediclinic specialist about the important role fibre plays in your gut health

22/09/2025

It can help prevent colorectal cancer and supports your overall gut health. Dr Melvyn Letier, a gastroenterologist at Mediclinic Constantiaberg, weighs in on why fibre is an essential part of a healthy diet. Make an appointment with the link in the comments.

19/09/2025

Check your knowledge and keep your heart – your body’s hardest working muscle – in tiptop condition. A Mediclinic expert shares what angina is, and what causes it.

18/09/2025

We are pleased to announce that Mediclinic Southern Africa has achieved a Level 2 BBBEE rating, a first in our transformation journey. This milestone demonstrates our ongoing commitment to meaningful transformation, empowering our employees, and creating growth opportunities for business suppliers. Our unrelenting focus on training, employment equity, enterprise development and the sustainability of our industry has provided a solid base for this progress. This recognition reflects the significant steps we are taking to build a more inclusive and sustainable future in healthcare.

18/09/2025

“Having a loved one willing to be a living donor is extraordinary, but the support of my entire family throughout this journey has been my anchor.” After seven years on dialysis, Yadir Ramrathen is the grateful recipient of his brother’s donated kidney. Read more at the link in the comments.

A patient with stage five kidney disease is the grateful recipient of his brother’s donated kidney.

16/09/2025

The Mediclinic Talent Team is thrilled to share their participation at the Post-Graduate Open Day at the University of the Western Cape in Bellville on the 25 September 2025.

Join us at the Mediclinic stand to find out more about the exceptional post-graduate career opportunities available at Mediclinic, ranked as a top employer in South Africa. Learn how you can make a difference in our patients' lives and contribute significantly to ensuring safe patient care.

16/09/2025

“We work with doctors on ward rounds to review prescriptions, making sure they treat the right infection and follow best-practice guidelines.” Benhilda Jaji, a pharmacist at Wits Donald Gordon Medical Centre, explains her key role in the hospital setting. More at the link in the comments.

A hospital pharmacist does so much more than count pills. Learn more about this key profession in the healthcare space.

15/09/2025

Caring for others begins with caring for our people. On Employee Appreciation Day, Mediclinic recognised the remarkable contributions our teams make across the country. This year's theme highlighted the importance of finding a work and life balance which can be a constant juggle. We believe that it's through trust, teamwork, and mutual respect that we can continue to prioritise this balance. We enjoyed seeing how this year's theme was celebrated across the various hospitals and support offices.

12/09/2025

Sepsis must always be treated as a medical emergency. Take a moment to check out the link in the comments to know the signs, take preventative action and spread awareness.

Sepsis results from an extreme immune response during infection, attacking the body's own tissues and organs.

17/06/2025

Dr Gert van der Merwe – a specialist colorectal and general surgeon with expertise in colorectal malignancies, inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal failure and complex abdominal wall reconstruction – is now in private practice at Mediclinic Tzaneen. To book an appointment, call: 015 004 0694 or email: administrator@limpopocolorectalsurgery.co.za