Monday to Saturday: 06:00 – 17:00 Sunday: Closed
At Intercare Sandton Day Hospital, conveniently located in Morningside, Sandton, patient comfort and peace of mind are prioritised. The modern operating theatres and child-friendly wards provide a welcoming environment for patients of all ages. A wide range of same-day procedures can be performed at this surgical centre, including ENT, dental, gynaecology, urology, orthopaedic, plastic surgery, maxillofacial procedures, ophthalmology, and pain management. Care is delivered with the highest standards of safety. Most medical schemes are accepted, and co-payment discounts for dental procedures and G&C scopes are offered. With minimal waiting times, our compassionate team ensures a smooth and stress-free experience from admission to discharge.
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Dental Procedures
Fillings, pulpotomies (partial root treatment for children), extractions, polishing, root canal treatments.
Ear, Nose & Throat (ENT)
Adenoidectomy (removal of adenoids),
Eustachian tube dilatation (opening of blocked ear tubes),
Exostoses removal (“Surfer’s ear” – removal of bony growths in ear canal),
Frenectomy (tongue-tie or lip-tie release),
Functional Endoscopic Sinus Surgery (FESS) (endoscopic surgery to open sinuses),
Intranasal antrostomies (opening of blocked sinus passages),
Myringotomy (small incision in eardrum to relieve pressure),
Myringotomy with grommet insertion (ear tubes for repeated ear infections),
Nose fracture repair (straightening/resetting broken nose),
Nose reconstruction (reshaping after injury or for function),
Otoplasty (cosmetic ear correction, e.g. “bat ears”),
Septoplasty (straightening a deviated nasal septum),
Sinus Surgery (to treat chronic sinus infections),
Tonsillectomy (removal of tonsils),
Tympanomastoidectomy (surgery for chronic ear infections/ear disease),
Tympanoplasty (repair of eardrum perforation),
Uvulopalatoplasty (reshaping the uvula/palate to treat snoring or sleep apnea).
Ophthalmology
Cataract surgery (lens replacement for cloudy vision),
Corneal transplant (replacement of damaged cornea),
Evisceration of eye (removal of eye contents – for severe disease),
Eyelid & lacrimal surgery (correction of eyelid/tear duct problems),
Phacoemulsification (modern cataract removal technique),
Posterior vitrectomy / pars plana vitrectomy (PPV) (removal of vitreous gel in eye),
Pterygium removal (removal of growth on white of eye),
Strabismus repair (surgery for squint/crossed eyes),
Vitrectomy (eye surgery for retina/bleeding problems),
Anterior Vitrectomy,
Cross linking,
Silicone oil/ gas removal, refill.
Gynaecology
Anterior & posterior repair / TVT (surgery for vaginal wall repair & stress urinary incontinence),
Cauterisation of vaginal warts (burning/removal of warts),
Colposcopy,
Cone biopsy,
Cyst excision,
Diagnostic procedures (including biopsy and exploratory procedures),
Dilatation & curettage (D&C) (scraping of uterine lining),
Endometrial ablation (removal of uterine lining to reduce heavy bleeding),
Hysteroscopy (camera examination of uterus),
Labiaplasty (reshaping or reducing labia minora),
Laparoscopic procedures,
LLETZ biopsy/colposcopy (removal of abnormal cervical cells using loop wire),
Mirena insertion (hormonal intrauterine device for contraception or heavy bleeding),
Laparoscopic myomectomy.
Urology
Brachytherapy (internal radiation therapy for prostate cancer),
Circumcision,
Cystoscopy (camera examination of the bladder),
Cystoscopy and bladder biopsy (bladder examination with tissue sampling),
Hernia repairs,
Hydrocele repair (removal of fluid around the testicle),
Laparoscopic varicocelectomy (keyhole surgery for enlarged scrotal veins),
Penile surgery,
Prostate biopsy,
Rezum procedure (steam treatment for enlarged prostate),
Ureteroscopy with dormia basket (removal of kidney stones via ureter),
Vasectomy,
Vaso-vasostomy (reversal of vasectomy),
Ultrasound guided Fusion prostate biopsy.
General Surgery
Colonoscopy (camera examination of the colon),
Excision of breast lump (removal of breast lumps),
Excision of melanoma (removal of skin cancer),
Gastroscopy (camera examination of the stomach),
Haemorrhoidectomy (removal of haemorrhoids/piles),
Hernia repair,
Incision and drainage of abscess,
Ingrown toenail removal,
Laparoscopy (keyhole abdominal surgery),
Laparoscopic appendicectomy (keyhole appendix removal),
Laparoscopic cholecystectomy (keyhole gallbladder removal),
Laparoscopic gastric banding (weight-loss surgery – adjustable stomach band),
Proctoscopy (camera examination of rectum),
Sebaceous cyst excision (removal of skin cysts),
Skin lesion removal,
Insertion and removal of Chemoports.
Orthopaedic Surgery
Bone fusion of extremities,
Dupuytren’s contracture surgery (hand surgery to release bent fingers),
Fracture repair (surgical fixation of broken bones),
Ganglion and carpal tunnel surgery (removal of wrist lumps and nerve release surgery),
Hardware insertion and removal (plates, screws, pins for bones),
ORIF (Open Reduction Internal Fixation) metacarpal,
ORIF (Open Reduction Internal Fixation) tibia,
Tendon exploration and repair (repairing torn tendons),
Trigger finger release (surgery to release stuck finger tendon),
Metacarpal Joint Fusion,
Metacarpal Joint Replacement,
Wrist Replacement.
Plastic Surgery
Abdominoplasty (tummy tuck),
Augmentation surgeries (buttock, breast, calf, chin implants),
Blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery),
Brachioplasty (arm lift surgery),
Breast capsulectomy (removal of breast implant capsule),
Breast mastopexy (breast lift),
Breast reduction (reduction of breast size),
Calf implants (cosmetic calf augmentation),
Excision of basal cell carcinoma (BCC) (skin cancer removal),
Facelift (cosmetic facial tightening),
Fat transfer procedures (moving fat from one area to another),
Flap surgeries (complex tissue reconstruction),
Gynaecomastia surgery (male breast reduction),
Labiaplasty (labia minora reduction – cosmetic),
Lip reduction (reshaping or reducing lips),
Liposuction (removal of excess fat),
Nasal reconstruction (nose surgery for function/cosmetic reasons),
Neck plication (neck lift surgery),
Otoplasty (cosmetic ear surgery),
Platysmaplasty (neck muscle tightening),
Rhinoplasty (cosmetic or functional nose surgery),
Scar revision (improving appearance of scars),
Skin grafts (replacement of damaged skin with healthy skin).
Maxillofacial Procedures
Dental implants,
Impacted teeth (surgical removal of buried teeth),
Paediatric dental extractions,
Ridge augmentation (bone grafting for dental implants),
Wisdom tooth removal,
BSSO, Genioplasty, Le Forte 1 osteotomy.
Neurosurgery
Facet joint block (injection for back/neck pain),
Infiltrations (targeted pain injections),
Rhizotomies (nerve treatment to relieve chronic pain).
A Day Hospital is a healthcare facility where planned procedures are performed without requiring an overnight stay. Patients are typically admitted, treated and discharged on the same day where clinically appropriate.
Day Hospitals focus on planned procedures that do not require an overnight stay. Patients benefit from planned admissions, same-day discharge, shorter waiting times and a convenient treatment experience while maintaining high standards of patient care and safety.
Intercare Sandton Day Hospital accommodates a range of same-day procedures, including Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy (G&C) procedures, dental procedures and other procedures performed by participating healthcare professionals.
Most procedures require referral from a specialist, dentist or healthcare professional. Patients should discuss treatment options and referral pathways with their healthcare provider.
Medical aid benefits differ between schemes and plan options. Patients should confirm authorisation requirements, available benefits and any applicable co-payments directly with their medical scheme before treatment.
Your treating healthcare professional will typically provide the information required by your medical scheme. The Day Hospital admissions team can also assist with guidance regarding the authorisation process.
Intercare Sandton Day Hospital offers a 30% discount on qualifying Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy (G&C) procedure co-payments and a 50% discount on qualifying dental procedure co-payments applied by medical schemes. Terms and conditions apply.
Yes. Specialists, dentists and other healthcare professionals can refer appropriate patients to Intercare Sandton Day Hospital depending on the procedure being performed and clinical requirements.
Pre-Admission
Complete the online pre-admission form in advance, or visit the hospital 48 hours before admission to finalise details.
Documentation
Bring your ID, medical scheme card, authorisation number, X-rays (if required), and any chronic medication.
Fasting
Follow your doctor’s instructions—typically no food or drink six hours before anaesthesia.
On Admission Day
Present your documents, settle any co-payments, and secure personal belongings in the provided locker.
After Procedure
Remain at the hospital for recovery, avoid driving for 24 hours, and collect prescribed medication from a pharmacy.
Male circumcision is a common procedure performed for medical, cultural or personal reasons. At Intercare Day Hospitals it is a safe, efficient day procedure with same-day discharge and transparent pricing.
Read OnA little preparation makes your hospital visit far smoother. Completing your online pre-admission form ahead of time means less paperwork and waiting on the day, and more time to focus on your care.
Read OnBlurry vision or changes in eyesight may be a sign that you need an ophthalmologist in Irene, Hazeldean or Sandton. Conditions such as cataracts and other vision problems are often treatable when diagnosed early by an eye specialist. Intercare’s Day Hospitals in Irene, Hazeldean and Sandton provide access to ophthalmology procedures performed by experienced specialists in a safe, modern-day hospital setting. If you are looking for an eye doctor or cataract surgery options near you, request a specialist call-back today to take the next step toward clearer vision.
Read OnA tongue or lip tie can make feeding, eating or speech harder than it needs to be. A frenectomy is a quick, minor procedure, and at Intercare Day Hospitals your little one is home the same day.
Read OnClear vision changes everything. If you are concerned about your eye health, Intercare can connect you with an ophthalmologist and trusted day-surgery care at Hazeldean, Sandton and Irene Day Hospitals.
Read OnReduce out-of-pocket medical aid co-payments on Gastroscopy and Colonoscopy (G&C) scopes and dental procedures at participating Intercare Day Hospitals. Learn more about available discounts, same-day care and participating facilities.
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