As an esteemed private hospital serving the Northern KwaZulu-Natal region, Mediclinic Newcastle recently extended its expertise to the uMnambithi (Ladysmith) area. This expansion provides residents and individuals from neighbouring towns access to premium-quality medical care from highly qualified specialists, at its new consulting rooms, situated at 4 White Road.
The consulting rooms are designed to ensure an efficient patient flow and provide a positive patient experience. They feature a comfortable waiting area, a small office, and two consultation rooms, all arranged for optimal functionality.
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Moreover, the expansion sees nine Mediclinic Newcastle specialists travelling to uMnambithi. Thanks to this, residents will have the option to consult with a variety of specialists without having to travel long distances to receive extensive medical care. The only time travel will be required is if the patient requires hospitalisation.
Always prioritising information, Mediclinic Newcastle provides a brief overview of the various doctors now serving the uMnambithi area. This ensures that residents are well-informed about the multiple specialists available for consultations in the region.
Dr Nico van der Walt
Dr Nico van der Walt is an orthopaedic surgeon based in Newcastle. The doctor specialises in orthopaedic surgery, knee replacement, and sports injuries. He obtained his MBChB from the University of Pretoria in 2006 and his Fellowship from the College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of South Africa (FC Orth SA) in 2016.
Dr Xolisa Mgele
Dr Xolisa Mgele is an orthopaedic surgeon specialising in back surgery, pain relief, and orthopaedic procedures. Dr Mgele earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) from the University of Transkei in 1998. He further obtained his Fellowship from the College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of South Africa (FC Orth (SA) from the Colleges of Medicine in 2007.
Dr Peter Chukwu
Dr Peter Chukwu is a gynaecologist and obstetrician. He qualified as a medical doctor in 2002 and as an obstetrician and gynaecologist in 2019, completing his residency at Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital in Pretoria.
After moving from Nigeria to South Africa in 2006, Dr. Chukwu joined Madadeni Provincial Hospital in 2007, where he worked for seven years before a brief stint in Ulundi. He specialised further at George Mukhari Academic Hospital before joining Mediclinic Newcastle in March 2021.
Dr Luvuyo Dyasi
Dr Luvuyo Dyasi is a general surgeon with expertise in endoscopies, trauma surgery, and a special interest in hepato-biliary surgery. He earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) from Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University, followed by a Master of Medicine (MMed) in General Surgery from the University of Pretoria. He also completed a Fellowship at the College of Surgeons of South Africa (FCS(SA)) in 2021.
Dr Dyasi has extensive practical experience, having served as Medical Registrar in General Surgery at Steve Biko Academic, Kalafong Tertiary, and Tembisa Provincial Hospitals from July 2016 to December 2021.
Dr Ayanda Shabalala
Dr Ayanda Shabalala is a specialist in general surgery with expertise in minimally invasive procedures. He addresses various medical needs, including the treatment of thyroid issues, gallstones, gallbladder problems, early hernia treatment, and more.
Dr Shabalala earned his Bachelor of Diagnostic Radiography (B.Rad) from the University of Pretoria in 2005. He later obtained his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBBCh) from Medunsa (now Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University). He also completed a Master of Medicine (MMed Surgery) degree and a Fellowship from the College of Surgeons of South Africa (FCS(SA)).
Dr Cait-Lynn Wells
Dr Cait-Lynn Wells is a neurologist at Mediclinic Newcastle, deeply committed to her medical field. She completed her undergraduate studies at the University of the Free State in 2009 and obtained her Fellowship from the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa the same year. In 2019, she achieved her Master’s Degree from the University of KwaZulu-Natal.
Dr Reah Ndaku
Dr Reah Ndaku is a specialist general surgeon skilled in endoscopic and laparoscopic surgery, including trauma work. She has a particular interest in thyroid and minimally invasive surgeries. Dr Ndaku earned her Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) from the University of the Free State in 2011, followed by a Master of Medicine (MMed) in Surgery in 2019, and a Fellowship from the College of Medicine of South Africa (FCS(SA)) in 2020.
Dr Linda Majola
Dr Linda Majola is an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. Dr Majola completed his Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery (MBChB) at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in 2008, before becoming a General Practitioner from 2011 to 2016.
In 2017, Dr Majola returned to the University of KwaZulu-Natal, to study gynaecology. He obtained his Fellowship from the College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of South Africa. Dr Majola also secured his Master of Medicine (MMed) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology shortly afterwards at the University of KwaZulu Natal. “I did my publication for my Masters in the United Kingdom Journal.”
Dr Mthunzi Thusi
Dr Mthunzi Thusi is a Specialist Physician (Internal Medicine), who joined the Mediclinic Newcastle team in April 2021. Dr Thusi obtained his Bachelor of Medicine (MBBCh) degree at the University of Witwatersrand in 2008.
Following this, he secured his Diploma in HIV Management (SA) at the College of Medicine, before obtaining his Fellowship from the College of Physicians of South Africa at the College of Medicine in 2016. Dr Thusi was further crowned Doctor of the Year at Mediclinic Newcastle, by staff, in October 2023.
Dr Lethokuhle Makhanya
Dr Lethokuhle Makhanya is an orthopaedic surgeon focusing on general orthopaedic work, hip and knee arthroplasty; rotator cuff, and shoulder replacements.
Dr Makhanya earned his Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) at the University of KwaZulu-Natal in 2011, before obtaining his Fellowship from the College of Orthopaedic Surgeons of South Africa at the College of Medicine in 2022. Dr Makhanya then moved on to secure his Master of Medicine in Orthopaedics at the University of the Free State in 2023.
Furnished with a brief overview of the top-tier Mediclinic Newcastle specialists working in the uMnambithi region, be sure to contact their consulting rooms to book an appointment.
The doctors’ details are conveniently listed in the graph below for your convenience:
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