Bouncing back after anaesthetic
We all react differently to anaesthetics, so here’s what to expect in those few days after surgery, says Dr Gert van der Merwe, a general surgeon at MediClinic Tzaneen.
Preparing for surgery
Dr Gert van der Merwe answers questions on how to prepare for surgery.
Wisdom teeth
Ever wondered why wisdom teeth are called wisdom teeth? Dr Frits Hoogendijk explains.
Surgical stitches
Did you know there are different kinds of stitches used? Read on for more.
A liver surgery first in SA
A ground-breaking surgery now offers an improved chance of survival for patients with metastatic cancer in the liver.
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We install alcohol rub dispensers at our facilities to prevent the spread of pathogens.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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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 monitor the temperature of our neonatal units as newborn babies are extremely sensitive to temperature change.
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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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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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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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Scrub areas in theatre are a minimum of 2.1m wide to accommodate at least two people at a time.
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Our expert breastfeeding advice is based on the principles of the United Nations Children’s Fund and the World Health Organisation.
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You get 20% of the water your body needs from eating fruit and vegetables.
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Mediclinic Muelmed cochlear procedure a first in SA
This new technology, the HiFocus Mid-Scala Electrode, was introduced world-wide very recently, with today’s procedure being the first in South Africa.
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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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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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Most nursing units have windows overlooking gardens to promote healing.
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Mediclinic is one of the three leading private hospital groups in Southern Africa and the sixth largest private healthcare group in the world.
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Our hospitals are designed to minimise ambient noise to promote sleeping and the healing process.
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Our nursing units are designed to minimise the distance between nursing staff and patients.
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We have backup generators for our backup generators so that we can provide uninterrupted expert care.
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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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Our 24-hour emergency centres feature state-of-the-art life-saving equipment.
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Immunisations save lives and help stop diseases from spreading.
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CSI surgery helps 83-year-old conservationist back onto his feet
An octogenarian game ranger was able to return to the job he loves after undergoing vital hip replacement surgery through Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg’s corporate social investment (CSI) programme.
Explaining Keyhole or Minimally Invasive Spinal Surgery
Back surgery is no longer invasive or traumatic. Read on for more.
Vasectomy 101
Vasectomies are close to 100% effective in preventing pregnancies. Here are some frequently asked questions answered.
How does anaesthesia work?
Here’s how anaesthesia works and what your chances are of waking up during a procedure.
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