Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay

30/10/2026

Can your smartwatch tell if you're healthy? It can offer useful clues, but it can't replace a medical assessment, says a Mediclinic physician. Link in comments.

Smartwatches track heart rate, sleep and more, but how reliable are they? A physician explains what wearable health data can really tell you about your health.

29/10/2026

What mental health concern is affecting people across generations?

Explore the findings from the Mediclinic Generational Health Survey to discover one shared concern affecting mental health across age groups.

Read the findings, answer a question based on the survey results and stand a chance to win a Nespresso coffee machine worth R3 699. Access the health survey and enter using the link in the comments.

The findings provide valuable insights into evolving healthcare needs and reinforce our role as a trusted health thought leader. As part of our focus on Mental Health Month, sharing these insights highlights a growing openness around mental health, while acknowledging the barriers that remain, inclu...

28/10/2026

From spinal fusions to osteoporosis, early assessment can make a difference. A Mediclinic spinal surgeon explains how a multidisciplinary approach can help patients receive the right treatment.

27/10/2026

People with generalised anxiety disorder (GAD) may constantly anticipate problems or imagine worst-case scenarios. Discover more at the link in the comments.

Learn about generalised anxiety disorder, its causes, symptoms and treatment, and when persistent worry may be a sign that you need professional support.

26/10/2026

Severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy could be a sign of hyperemesis gravidarum. Read our latest article with the link in the comments.

Learn how hyperemesis gravidarum differs from morning sickness, who is at risk, available treatments, and when it’s time to get medical care during pregnancy.

23/10/2026

Whether joining private practice for the first time or moving your existing practice, Mediclinic commits to be with you every step of the way. A private practice opportunity is currently available for a Specialist Physician (Internal Medicine) at Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay. To discuss this practice opportunity, please contact De Wet Herbst at: [email protected] or: 044 501 5116.

23/10/2026

Addiction and PTSD are the most frequently reported mental health conditions amongst Gen Z respondents, highlighting an urgent need for support and awareness. To understand how the young people in your life manage their mental health and how best to support them, read more in our Generational Health Survey. Link in comments.

The findings provide valuable insights into evolving healthcare needs and reinforce our role as a trusted health thought leader. As part of our focus on Mental Health Month, sharing these insights highlights a growing openness around mental health, while acknowledging the barriers that remain, inclu...

22/10/2026

A specialist physician at Mediclinic explains that although your liver repairs itself naturally, you can still do a lot to help reverse any damage.

21/10/2026

South Africa's first dedicated osseointegration service is transforming life after amputation. By anchoring the prosthesis straight to the skeleton, patients gain comfort and a more natural connection to their limb. Link in the comments.

Learn how osseointegration connects prosthetic limbs directly to the bone, giving amputees in South Africa greater comfort, control and freedom of movement.

20/10/2026

Smaller cuts, greater precision, faster healing – robotic surgery is changing hernia care. Don’t wait for symptoms to worsen. Speak to your doctor early. More at the link in the comments.

Learn how robotic-assisted surgery is transforming hernia repair with greater precision, smaller incisions and quicker recovery for patients in South Africa.

19/10/2026

Financial pressure is taking a toll on mental wellbeing across generations. Mediclinic’s Generational Health Survey reveals that Millennials and Gen Z are increasingly open to seeking professional mental health support compared to other generations. But stigma and fear of judgement are still barriers that prevent people from getting the help they need. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to mental health. Understanding these differences matters to us because healthcare needs and priorities are not the same for everyone. Read more about our Generational Health Survey findings via the link in the comments.

The findings provide valuable insights into evolving healthcare needs and reinforce our role as a trusted health thought leader. As part of our focus on Mental Health Month, sharing these insights highlights a growing openness around mental health, while acknowledging the barriers that remain, inclu...

11/02/2026

Dr Kevin Polden – a specialist general surgeon with expertise in a broad range of surgical disciplines – is now in private practice at Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay.
To book an appointment, call: 044 533 1530 or email: [email protected]

11/02/2026

Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay is offering an attractive business and practice opportunity for an obstetrician and gynaecologist who is ready to join our team of experts. For more information on our practice establishment support package, please contact Sanet van Meersbergen on 082 684 2091 or email: [email protected]

06/02/2026

Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay is offering an attractive business and practice opportunity for a specialist physician (internal medicine) who is ready to join our team of experts. For more information on our practice establishment support package, please contact Sanet van Meersbergen on 082 684 2091 or email: [email protected]

13/05/2024

Dr Michele Perks, a specialist physician with expertise in general medicine and infectious diseases, is now in private practice at Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay. Dr Perks is committed to the advancement of excellent healthcare. To book an appointment, call: 084 561 9074 or email: [email protected]

17/03/2022

Dr Wim Brits is now in private practice at Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay. Dr Brits is an independent general practitioner who specialises in emergency medicine. He has experience in the following disciplines: medical, gynaecology, paediatrics, surgery, anaesthetics and psychiatrics.

To book an appointment, call 044 501 5311 or email [email protected]

19/11/2020

𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁: 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗣𝗹𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗯𝗲𝗿𝗴 𝗕𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗯𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆

Read more: https://bit.ly/32VPQHS.