Anel Van Der Schyff (nee Scholtz)
Doctor
Plettenberg Bay
Summary
With a proven track record at the Department of Health, Knysna/Bitou subdistrict in the Western Cape for the past 15 years, I excel in diagnosing and treating HIV/TB, enhancing patient care through quality improvements and efficient clinic operations. Renowned for mentoring healthcare professionals and fostering teamwork, my expertise in patient care and staff development has significantly benefited our community's health outcomes.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Doctor, Medical Officer
Department of Health
01.2010 - Current
- Diagnosed and treated patients suffering f rom chronic conditions, main focus is HIV and related comorbidities
- covering all the TB sites including the MDR patients in our subdistrict
- Participated in quality improvement by continuous auditing of patient files to enhance overall patient care standards.
- Streamlined clinic operations, implementing efficient scheduling for the HIV chronic clubs I have started and been running for the past 7 years.
- Streamlined clinic operations, designing and implementing efficient documentation as part of rational prescribing for the patient's TB files
- Trained and Mentored junior and senior Clinical nurse practitioners and Professional Nurses in PACK and NIMART, fostering professional growth and skill development within the healthcare team. This is a continuous process as new developments and guidelines rise. Fostered culture of continuous learning among staff
- Treating patients with empathetic communication and attentive care during consultations and treatments.
- Good trusting and professional relationship with staff on all levels
- Continuous use of important recourses that are freely available and up to date
- Authorizing Section 56 Nursing Act 33 of 2005
Education
MBChB, Bachelor of Medicine And Surgery - Medical Doctor
University of Stellenbosch
Stellenbosch, South Africa12-2007
Skills
HIV and TB are my specialty fields
DS TB and MDR TB
Patient diagnosis and treatment plan development
Primary care
Treatment regimens focusing on HIV and TB on all ages
Staff collaboration and teamwork
Quality improvement in patient care
Interdisciplinary team coordination
Teaching and mentoring
Multitasking Abilities
Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Doctor, Medical Officer
Department of Health
01.2010 - Current
MBChB, Bachelor of Medicine And Surgery - Medical Doctor
University of Stellenbosch
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