Time is brain
Mediclinic hospitals across South Africa are on standby to provide world-leading, evidence-based treatment protocols for stroke patients, with one goal in mind: saving as much brain function as possible.
Improving Epilepsy Care
Advances in neuromodulation procedures offer new hope for patients suffering from an often misunderstood condition.
What is Care Expert?
Care Expert is Mediclinic’s new value-based care model for patients who need hip and knee surgery – and helps bring together multiple facets of treatment into a streamlined, team-led journey.
Anxious child? The do’s and don’ts
Children may find it difficult to explain how they’re feeling during this ongoing pandemic. Watch out for these signs of anxiety – and learn how to help them cope. People
6 things that can impact a woman’s fertility [INFOGRAPHIC]
By age 40, your chance of pregnancy has decreased from 90% to 67%. But age is only one thing that has an impact on a woman’s fertility. Find out what else can cause infertility.
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The triage admission system in our emergency centres has been able to reduce mortality by up to 50%.
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We use a yacht-mast design for our cabling and keep it safely wound up in our trauma pedestals to avoid any accidents.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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Mediclinic has the highest number of internationally accredited facilities in Southern Africa.
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To make the most of every second, we strive to synchronise all our clocks in the hospital.
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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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Some of our hospitals have operating tables that can support patients of up to 370kg in weight and 2.2m in height.
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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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When puppy fat becomes dangerous [INFOGRAPHIC]
Is it puppy fat, or is it time to start worrying about your child’s weight?
Hip replacement surgery is easier than you think [INFOGRAPHIC]
Mediclinic’s Care Expert programme has taken hip replacement surgery to the next level. Here’s what you need to know about this life-changing procedure.
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Our hospitals have been awarded international accreditation for best practice in the management of environmental systems and practices.
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The only one in Africa and one of only 13 in the world, the P-I BrÅnemark Institute of Excellence at Mediclinic Morningside, specialises in facial reconstruction.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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We monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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Some of our hospitals have operating tables that can support patients of up to 370kg in weight and 2.2m in height.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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Trauma patients with a critically low temperature will often be wrapped in a space blanket to reduce heat loss.
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A baby weighing 390g survived thanks to the expertise of Mediclinic’s highly qualified paediatric staff and specialists.
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A jumping rope uses almost every muscle in the entire body during exercise.
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Our radio-translucent theatre beds enable X-rays to be taken on the spot, without having to move the patient or disturb the procedure.
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Metabolic syndrome [INFOGRAPHIC]
Underlying conditions like high blood pressure and obesity can jointly lead to Syndrome X – and recognising it could be a matter of life or death.
The essential screenings every family needs to have annually [INFOGRAPHIC]
With strict Covid-19 procedures at all Mediclinic hospitals, you can safely schedule these crucial health screenings for the whole family in 2021.
Good news if you’re considering plastic surgery
No medical aid? No problem. Mediclinic’s fixed fees programme means your surgery costs are defined upfront – allowing you to budget accurately for your procedure. New year, new you? Cosmetic
What actually happens to your skin when you tan (or burn) [INFOGRAPHIC]
Ever wondered why you break out after being in the sun? A dermatologist explains. PLUS, what actually happens to your skin when you burn.
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