Health professionals with a special interest in Diabetes Management

Dr Annemé Van Zyl

General medical practitioner

Dr Annemé van Zyl qualified as a general practitioner (MBChB) from Stellenbosch University in 2008. True to her diverse interests, she has a diploma in anaesthetics from the Colleges of Medicine South Africa and is trained in the provision of lifestyle advice and up-to-date management of hypertension/diabetes and metabolic syndrome. Her other interests include maternal and child health, as well as women's (adolescent) reproductive and sexual health. She is a mother of two, who loves taking her girls to ballet, and enjoys long distance running on weekends.

• Intercare Waterstone

Dr Dirk Odendaal

General medical practitioner

Dr Dirk Odendaal completed the MBChB at the University of the Free State in 2013. In 2021 he completed a postgraduate diploma in occupational medicine from the University of Stellenbosch, enabling him to perform occupational health assessments. He also holds registration with the Irish Medical Council and is an associate member of the CDE and SA HIV Clinicians Society. Dr Odendaal enjoys all aspects of family medicine and has a keen interest in diabetes and mental health. Besides work, he enjoys hiking, running, and traveling with his wife.

• Intercare Waterstone

Dr Henry du Plooy

General medical practitioner

Dr Henry du Plooy received his medical degree in 1999 from the University of Pretoria and his diving and submarine medicine qualification in 2002. He also completed an MSc in Sports Medicine from the University of Pretoria in 2004. He has special interests in sports medicine, orthopaedics, men’s health, diabetes, and urology

• Intercare Irene

Dr Schalk van Staden

General medical practitioner

Dr Schalk van Staden obtained the MBChB degree from the University of Pretoria in 1996 and has since worked in private practice for 22 years. He enjoys family medicine and paediatrics, and has a holistic approach to wellness and patient care. Dr van Staden has a particular interest in aesthetics, minor surgery, ADHD treatment, men’s health, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic medicine, specifically diabetes and weight loss. He is passionate about his family and loves playing golf.

• Intercare Castle Gate

Dr Thembisa Sitsila

General medical practitioner

Dr Thembisa Sitsila qualified as a medical practitioner from the University of KwaZulu Natal. She obtained post-graduate qualifications in Occupational Health and HIV Management in the Workplace at the University of Stellenbosch. She worked in the public sector where she was involved with HIV research and management whilst advancing her studies as a Family Practitioner through the University of KwaZulu Natal. Since 2018, she worked in private practice. Her main areas of interest are HIV Management, Emergency Care, Women & Maternal Health and Paediatrics. She also has a passion for public health matters and is currently completing her studies as a Family Practitioner.

• Intercare Woodburn

Dr Ntsako Maphali

General medical practitioner

Dr Ntsako Maphali qualified in 2011 from the University of Pretoria. He is passionate about family medicine and has a particular interest in urological and surgery. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family and reading.

• Intercare Fourways

Dr William Barnard

General medical practitioner

Dr William Barnard (MBChB DOH AME) graduated from the University of Stellenbosch in 1981. He is a CAA accredited senior designated aviation examiner and an occupational health practitioner. Dr Barnard is a very committed, forthright and thorough doctor. In his free time, he enjoys camping, especially in Namibia.

• Intercare Panorama

Dr Michele Brink

General medical practitioner

Dr Michele Brink (MBChB) graduated from the University of Stellenbosch in 1993. She enjoys all facets of general practise. In her free time she enjoys road running and reading.

• Intercare Gonubie

Dr Morné Strydom

General practitioner

Dr. Morné Strydom is a dynamic practicing medical practitioner and senior lecturer at the Department of Pharmacology, University of Pretoria. He is an Associate Clinical Pharmacologist of the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa with a keen interest in pharmacogenomics, academic and clinical research. With a background in the pharmaceutical industry, he is experienced in clinical research and management, with global exposure in an international organization. He graduated from the University of Pretoria with a Bachelor in Medical Sciences, Bachelor in Medicine and Surgery, Masters of Medical Pharmacology, and a Doctorate (Ph.D.) in the field of snake venom research. With attention to detail and a passion to teach, patients can expect an empowering clinical consultation with food for thought.

• Intercare Woodhill

Dr Aleatia Burger

General medical practitioner

Dr Aleatia Burger qualified (MB ChB) in 1997 from the University of Stellenbosch. In 2018, she obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Diabetes with distinction from the University of South Wales. Her interests include diabetes, preventative medicine, chronic disease management, and women’s health. Dr Burger is a nature lover, food and wine enthusiast and avid scuba diver. She shares her adventures with her husband and children.

• Intercare Glenfair

Dr Paul Merchant

General medical practitioner

Dr Paul Merchant obtained the MB ChB degree from the University of Pretoria in 1991. He has been established in Private Practice in the East of Pretoria since 1994. He received Certification in Travel Medicine from The University of the Witwatersrand in 2008 and is an Accredited Travel Medicine Provider. Dr Merchant also has Certification in Aesthetics Medicine. He spends his free time enjoying nature and reading.

• Intercare Castle Gate

Dr Liam Hoskins

General medical practitioner

Dr Liam Hoskins graduated from the University of Stellenbosch in 2018. He firmly believes in an interdisciplinary patient care model encompassing the interconnection between biology, psychology, and socio-economic factors. In addition, he has a keen interest in HIV medicine. Dr Hoskins enjoys being fit and is an avid jazz enthusiast.

• Intercare Sandton

Dr Mareliza Jurgens

General medical practitioner

Dr Mareliza Jurgens received her degree in 2004 from the University of Pretoria and graduated top of her class. She enjoys family medicine and has a special interest in diabetes medicine.

• Intercare Irene

Dr Alma Schmidt

General medical practitioner

Dr Alma Schmidt (MBChB) graduated from the University of Pretoria in 1982. Dr Schmidt has a special interest in diabetes medicine. She enjoys reading and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren.

• Intercare Woodhill

Dr Wiek Labuschagne

General medical practitioner

Dr Wiek Labuschagne (MBChB) graduated from the University of Pretoria in 1987 and obtained a postgraduate master's degree in Family Medicine (MMed) in 2001. He is particularly interested in family medicine and the holistic approach to chronic conditions like diabetes. He enjoys hiking and spending time with family and friends in his spare time.

• Intercare Glenfair

Dr Neo E W Nakedi

General medical practitioner

Dr Neo E W Nakedi qualified from the University of Witwatersrand in 2012. She is particularly interested in HIV/AIDS Management, mental health care, and male circumcision, as well as managing lifestyle diseases such as obesity, diabetes, and other related conditions.

• Intercare Sandton

Dr Colin Frye

General medical practitioner

Dr Colin Frye graduated in 2000 from the University of Witwatersrand. He has special interests in paediatrics, men's health and sports medicine. He enjoys endurance events, especially triathlon's, having completed six Ironman 70.3 events and one Ironman 140.6 event.

Dr Jacques Du Plooy

General medical practitioner

Dr Jacques Du Plooy received his medical degree from the University of Pretoria in 2004.  He has a special interest in internal medicine.  He enjoys spending time with friends and family in his free time.

• Intercare Gonubie

Dr Pieter Snyman

General medical practitioner

Dr Pieter Snyman graduated with his medical degree (MBChB) from the University of Pretoria in 2001. He was part of the Presidential Medical Team in 2003-2004 and looked after former President, Mr Nelson Mandela. Dr Snyman has a special interest in orthopaedics and sports medicine. He enjoys fly-fishing and hunting in his free time.

• Intercare Wonderboom

Dr Etienne van der Spuy

General medical practitioner

Dr Etienne van der Spuy completed his studies in 1988 from the University of Stellenbosch. He obtained his Canadian licence (LMCC) in 1995 whilst working there. He enjoys all aspects of general practice and has recently started trail running in addition to the odd game of golf.

• Intercare Tyger Valley

Dr Wilma Bergh

General medical practitioner

Dr Wilma Bergh (MBChB) graduated from the University of Pretoria in 1988. She has special interests in female health and diabetes mellitus. Dr Bergh is also a qualified travel doctor. She enjoys running and cycling in free time and spending time with her family.

• Intercare Silver Lakes

Dr Ina De Beer

General medical practitioner

Dr Ina de Beer (BMed Sci, MBChB) graduated from the University of Pretoria. She then received her diploma in Primary Emergency Care. Dr de Beer has a special interest in diabetes medicine.

• Intercare Woodhill

Dr James Botten

General medical practitioner

Dr James Botten (MBChB) qualified with his medical degree from the University of the Witwatersrand in 2013. He is also a qualified dentist and worked in private practice from 2010 to 2013. He enjoys spending time with his family and loves the bushveld.

• Intercare Wilgeheuwel

Dr Sandhia Nana

General medical practitioner

Dr Sandhia Nana graduated from the University of Witwatersrand in 1988. She completed a post-graduate diploma in diabetes and has a special interest in family medicine and diabetes medicine. She enjoys travelling and spending time with her family in her free time.

• Intercare Wilgeheuwel

Dr Chantal De Pinheiro

General practitioner

Dr Chantal De Pinheiro graduated in 2014 from the University of Witwatersrand. She also has a diploma in Child health and a special interest in paediatrics and diabetes.

• Intercare Fourways

Dr Chelna Marais

General medical practitioner

Dr Chelna Marais completed her studies at the University of Stellenbosch. She also has a diploma in obstetrics and anaesthetics. Dr Marais enjoys all aspects of general practice but has special interests in woman’s health, paediatrics and diabetes. She enjoys adventurous travels and spending time with her family and friends during her leisure time.

• Intercare Tyger Valley

Dr Louise Dreyer

General medical practitioner

Dr Louise Dreyer (MBChB) graduated from the University of the Free State in 2011. She also received cum laude for her medical degree and was awarded the best medical student of her year. Since then she has developed a special interest in paediatrics and the management of diabetes mellitus.

• Intercare Glenfair

Dr Deon van Heerden

General medical practitioner

Dr Deon van Heerden obtained the MBChB degree from the University of Pretoria in 2005 and has spent numerous years in subacute and rehabilitation management. He has a particular interest in family medicine, geriatrics, and insurance medicals. Dr van Heerden excels in basic surgical skills with local anaesthesia in procedure rooms and general anaesthesia in theatres at day clinics. He is a dedicated and well-loved general practitioner for whom the well-being of his patients has always been his priority. In his free time, he loves to spend time with his wife and three kids.

• Intercare Castle Gate

Dr Ben Veenemans

General medical practitioner

Dr Ben Veenemans obtained his B.Sc. (Zoology and Entomology) in 1989 and his MBChB in 1996 at the University of Pretoria. He has been in private practice in Hazyview for 16 years before moving back to Pretoria. Dr Veenemans has special interests in surgery, orthopaedics, and paediatrics. He enjoys outdoor living, archery, nature, and physical exercise

• Intercare Silver Lakes

Dr Evert Jansen Van Rensburg

General medical practitioner

Dr Evert Jansen Van Rensburg (MBChB) graduated from the University of Stellenbosch. He enjoys the variety of general practice and building a trusting and longlasting relationship with his patients. In his spare time he enjoys the outdoors and cooking.

• Intercare Gonubie

Dr Elaura Merchant

General medical practitioner

Dr Elaura Merchant obtained the MB ChB degree from the University of Pretoria in 2015. She engages in a holistic approach to patient management. Dr Merchant also has Certification in Aesthetic Medicine. She enjoys nature, hiking, and art.

• Intercare Castle Gate

Dr Lynn Gumede

General medical practitioner

Dr Lynn Gumede trained in Cuba as a medical practitioner. She did the integration program in South Africa and obtained her MBChB degree from the University of Stellenbosch. She’s been working in the Pietermaritzburg area for the past 10 years. She is a well-experienced general practitioner and has extensive experience working in the ER department. Dr Gumede has a passion for healing the sick in a holistic and family-friendly manner and the prevention and treatment of diseases.

• Intercare Woodburn

Dr Christa de Wit

General medical practitioner

Dr Christa de Wit obtained the MBChB degree cum laude from the University of Stellenbosch and has an honours degree in pharmacology. She completed a Foundation Course in the care of type 2 diabetes from the Centre of Diabetes and Endocrinology and is particularly interested in this field. Dr de Wit also completed courses in aesthetic medicine and offers Botox™ treatments. She enjoys performing minor in-room surgical procedures, including excision of small skin lesions and cysts.

• Intercare Blaauwberg

Dr Anil Ramjee

General medical practitioner

Dr Ramjee finished a Bachelor of Science and medical degree at Wits University in 1993. After graduating he worked at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in Johannesburg for 2 years before pursuing a career in Family Medicine. He relocated to Cape Town and has been in private practice since 1998. He also held a part-time lecturer post at the University of Cape Town Family Medicine Division for many years. In 2005 he obtained a Family Medicine Diploma cum laude from Stellenbosch University. In 2018 he obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Diabetes with distinction from the University of South Wales. Dr Ramjee is also a Fellow of the College of Family Physicians (South Africa). In 2016 he joined the Intercare group practice in Cape Town where he works as a Family Physician. Dr Ramjee also serves on the Intercare Clinical Advisory Committee.

• Intercare Century City

Dr Rika van Aswegen

General medical practitioner

Dr Rika van Aswegen graduated from the University of Pretoria in 2000. She holds certifications in advanced adult and paediatric life support and worked in emergency medicine for 15 years, locally and abroad. She is passionate about assisting patients with their treatment and recovery from illness and has a particular interest in acute medicine, trauma, orthopaedics, psychiatry, and paediatrics. She loves reading and spending time with her family and friends in her free time.

• Intercare Sandton

Dr Charline Kemp

General medical practitioner

Dr Charline Kemp (MBChB, MFam Med, Dip Obst SA) graduated from the University of the Free State. She is particularly interested in paediatrics and family medicine. Dr Kemp enjoys nature and listening to music in her leisure time.

• Intercare Woodhill

Dr Patricia Zondo

General medical practitioner

Dr Patricia Zondo completed her MBChB at the University of the Free State in 2017. She has experience in emergency medicine as well as acute physical rehabilitation. Dr Zondo completed a course on ECG interpretation as well as a course on the management of spinal cord injuries. She has a special interest in health education, illness prevention and early detection and management of chronic illnesses. She enjoys spending quality time with her friends and family in her free time. She also partakes in a mentorship program for high school learners.

• Intercare Northriding

Dr Francin Booysen

General medical practitioner

Dr Francin Booysen graduated from the University of Pretoria in 2017. She also obtained a diploma in HIV Management in 2021 & a diploma in Internal Medicine. Dr Booysen is passionate about treating acute illnesses and improving the management of chronic medical conditions in patients such as heart and lung disease, diabetes, HIV, and mental health conditions. During the Covid-19 pandemic, she worked as a frontline doctor treating critically ill patients. Dr Booysen enjoys long-distance running and spending time with her family in her free time.

• Intercare Wonderboom