This month is World Health Day and we thought it a great opportunity to introduce you to some of our top North Coast medical specialists.
DOLPHIN COAST CARE
Dolphin Coast Care provide a personalised home-based care service in the comfort of your own home. Their trained carers offer assistance with meal preparation, exercise and mobility, personal hygiene, medication monitoring, transporting to-and-from appointments and doing any shopping required. Their goal is to make life as easy as possible for their clients, whilst keeping their loved ones informed each step of the way. “We are here for the journey with you.” Details: [email protected], 073 451 8010, www.dolphin-coast-care.com
SARISHA HARIPERSHAD, TORGA OPTICAL
Most people rely on their eyes to see and make sense of the world around them.
Some eye diseases can lead to vision loss, so it is important to identify and treat eye
diseases as early as possible. You should get your eyes checked annually.
For high quality eye examinations and treatment, visit Torga Optical and chat to
optometrist Sarisha Haripershad. Details: Torga Optical, Ballito Junction,
032 946 1416/7
SPECSAVERS UMHLANGA AND OCEANS MALL
“A look into your eyes is a look into your health,” says optometrist, Tara-Leigh Putter, owner of Specsavers Umhlanga Centre and Specsavers Oceans Mall. Since graduating from the University of Auckland eight years ago, Tara-Leigh has dedicated her career to saving eyes and offering the very best eyecare to her patients. She recently graduated with her Master’s degree at UKZN, where she offered her clinical expertise and mentored young, aspiring eyecare professionals. Details: Specsavers Umhlanga Centre 031 561 4728, Specsavers Oceans Mall 031 476 0301
DR PRATISHA PRAMLALL
Experienced homeopath Dr Pramlall is passionate about women and children’s health. She is renowned for her treatment of conditions such as polycystic ovarian syndrome, menstrual irregularities, endometriosis and infertility, and has a keen interest in treating anxiety and depression both in adults and children. Homeopathy is a holistic system of medicine aiming to bring the body back into balance. All treatment is patient-specific, natural and safe for everyone. Details: The Well, Ballito, 087 4600 434, [email protected], www.drpratishapramlall.co.za
LIANCA DOOKRAN
Focusing on your health means putting yourself first and preventative medicine starts with you! Lianca Dookran’s physiotherapy practice offers hands-on, holistic care and encourages patients to get up and move! Lianca’s top tips:
1. Make better choices and move more;
2. Be aware of signs in your body that there might be something wrong;
3. See a medical professional regularly. Prevention is better than cure.
Details: 032 586 3240
DR PAUL MCGARR
Dr Paul McGarr is an established plastic and reconstructive surgeon whose special interests include cosmetic breast surgery, body contouring and facial rejuvenation. Dr McGarr’s philosophy is one of balance, realistic goals and safety.
Details: Ribumed Medical Centre, Odyssey, 1 Simbithi Drive, Ballito.
[email protected] 031 2015118
DR LE-JEAN EHLERS
Dr Le-Jean Ehlers is the new female health practitioner at The Square Medical Centre. With a special interest in women’s health, she is currently furthering her studies in cosmetic dermatology and aesthetic medicine. Dr Le-Jean is passionate about holistic healthcare, personalized patient care and promoting overall well-being and confidence.
Details: The Square, 250 Umhlanga Rocks Drive, La Lucia Ridge, Umhlanga, 031 566 7000
DR SHAFIQUE SAYED
Ballito-based gynaecologist with 15 years’ experience, Dr Shafique Sayed believes communication is key to true holistic care. He focusses solely on gynaecology and has a special interest in laparoscopic and minimally-invasive vaginal surgery. He manages contraception, abnormal periods, pelvic pain, endometriosis, fibroids, urinary
incontinence and a number of other related issues.
Details: Alberlito Hospital, www.ballitogynae.com, 032 946 6979, 067 822 0543, [email protected]
