Physiotherapist undergoes career-saving arthroscopic surgery
When an old wrist injury came back to haunt physiotherapist Elané de Beer eight years after the fact, she was unable to perform the hands-on, strenuous physical therapy her job entailed. Dr Adriaan Smit, Orthopod at Mediclinic Durbanville, prescribed arthroscopic ligament repair.
Innovation in breast-lift surgery provides long-term results
Award-winning reconstructive and plastic surgeon at Mediclinic, Dr Peet van Deventer, developed a unique permanent internal mesh system that has better results for cosmetic breast support in the long term.
Better, faster hip replacement surgery
A less invasive procedure than traditional surgery is being used with great success for total hip replacements. It’s called Anterior Minimally Invasive Surgery (AMIS) and has the great benefit of faster recovery times.
Cutting-edge technology: meet the da Vinci robot
The da Vinci Si HD robotic system was introduced at Mediclinic Durbanville to help with complex surgeries such as prostatectomies, using a minimally invasive approach. Mediclinic currently has four urologists who are accredited to use the system.
Checking into hospital
Heading to hospital for surgery? Don’t stress: you’re in safe hands with the staff at Mediclinic. You can make their job easier, though, by following a few simple Do’s and Don’ts ahead of your op.
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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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Our hospitals did the first minimally invasive transcatheter aortic valve implant procedure in Africa.
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Scrub areas in theatre are a minimum of 2.1m wide to accommodate at least two people at a time.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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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 install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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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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We found a practical solution to a shortage of theatre nurses by becoming a registered teaching institution.
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To ensure sterility, our surgical instruments are twice wrapped in sterile fabric.
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What is the Cios Alpha?
Mediclinic Milnerton recently acquired the Cios Alpha, a versatile imaging alternative which can be used during open surgery as part of a hybrid vascular procedure. It’s the first of its kind in South Africa… but what exactly does it do?
Simple steps to healthy feet
High heels, flat soles, pointy toes… Those new shoes look great on you, but are they also damaging your feet? A Mediclinic podiatrist separates the facts from the fiction.
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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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Mediclinic uses building materials that reduce background noise for minimal disturbance.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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Nurses can observe patients at all times as critical care units are designed like a beehive with the nurses’ station in the middle.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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To prevent harmful bacteria being absorbed by mattresses we use protective under sheets made from polypropylene.
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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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Our world-class neonatal units feature high frequency oscillatory ventilators to minimise lung trauma in premature babies.
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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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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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Cios Alpha gives vascular surgeons a helping arm
An exciting new piece of equipment is giving surgeons at Mediclinic Milnerton a helping hand (or arm!) in their vascular procedures. The new Cios Alpha is the first machine of
Da vinci surgery: the surgeon’s perspective
The new da Vinci Si HD robotic system is already being hailed as the future of urological surgery. Dr Gawie Bruwer and Dr Pierre van Vollenhoven talk us through system, as they experience from a surgeon’s point of view.
Lasik surgery
Once upon a time, the only way you could improve your vision was to wear specs or contact lenses. No more! Lasik surgery means excellent eyesight – and no more glasses.
Breast reconstruction: What you need to know
If you’ve had a breast removed, breast reconstruction surgery can restore symmetry to your chest and improve your self-esteem and quality of life. Specialist plastic surgeon Dr Nicolette Landman from Mediclinic Midstream answers a few questions.
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