Health professionals with a special interest in Diabetes Management

Dr Schalk van Staden

General medical practitioner

Dr Schalk van Staden obtained the MBChB degree from the University of Pretoria in 1996 and has since worked in private practice for 22 years. He enjoys family medicine and paediatrics, and has a holistic approach to wellness and patient care. Dr van Staden has a particular interest in aesthetics, minor surgery, ADHD treatment, men’s health, hormonal imbalances, and metabolic medicine, specifically diabetes and weight loss. He is passionate about his family and loves playing golf.

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Dr Paul Merchant

General medical practitioner

Dr Paul Merchant obtained the MB ChB degree from the University of Pretoria in 1991. He has been established in Private Practice in the East of Pretoria since 1994. He received Certification in Travel Medicine from The University of the Witwatersrand in 2008 and is an Accredited Travel Medicine Provider. Dr Merchant also has Certification in Aesthetics Medicine. He spends his free time enjoying nature and reading.

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Dr Deon van Heerden

General medical practitioner

Dr Deon van Heerden obtained the MBChB degree from the University of Pretoria in 2005 and has spent numerous years in subacute and rehabilitation management. He has a particular interest in family medicine, geriatrics, and insurance medicals. Dr van Heerden excels in basic surgical skills with local anaesthesia in procedure rooms and general anaesthesia in theatres at day clinics. He is a dedicated and well-loved general practitioner for whom the well-being of his patients has always been his priority. In his free time, he loves to spend time with his wife and three kids.

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Dr Elaura Merchant

General medical practitioner

Dr Elaura Merchant obtained the MB ChB degree from the University of Pretoria in 2015. She engages in a holistic approach to patient management. Dr Merchant also has Certification in Aesthetic Medicine. She enjoys nature, hiking, and art.

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