Jeanne Uys
General Practitioner
Plumstead
Summary
My goal is to be the best doctor possible, listen to the patient, and devote enough time to each one. My passion for people means that I journey with my patients through their difficulties. My purpose in coming to Cape Town is to be closer to my family here. I'd like to continue working for as long as possible.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
General Practice
Health-Worx Medical Centre
2017.06 - Current
- Work in General Practice.
- I joined the Health-Worx Medical Centre team in June 2017. There are 6 GPs in this busy practice, with a spectrum of patients. My emphasis is to be a good generalist, treating the whole family. I built up a thriving general and geriatric practice.
- I managed patients with chronic respiratory, cardiac, endocrine and dermatology conditions. I managed HIV, and other infectious conditions. I encouraged patients to have regular health and wellness assessments. I did executive medicals, immigration medicals and comprehensive personal health medicals. I prefer a preventative approach, and regularly screened my patients for non-communicable diseases.
- I built up good relationships with the nearby specialists, and have no hesitation in referring patients when necessary.
- I conducted the CGA (Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment) to diagnose dementia, frailty, delirium, mental/social health or behavioural problems and other geriatric syndromes. I regularly reviewed chronic medications, fall risk, weight loss. I assisted with the management of end of life issues, and did home visits for the frail elderly. This included looking after patients in retirement homes regularly. With the worldwide ageing population, these are vital skills. My experience in geriatrics is meaningful to me.
- I performed minor procedures in the rooms, removal of moles, cryotherapy, suturing lacerations, draining of abscesses, treating ulcers, applying a cast for a fracture.
- Womens' health issues are important to me, and I performed PAP smears, and HPV vaccinations.
- As a sports enthusiast myself, I find it easy to relate to the needs of my athletic patients. I treated sports injuries, but prefer to advise conservative, cautious training to prevent problems. Most patients benefit from exercise, so there is scope in this area.
- I keep up to date, making sure that my CPD points are current. I'm doing year two of the WHO Gerontology and Geriatrics course, (IAGG eTRIGGER AFMEE 2024-2025).
GP
Health-Worx Medical Centre
2017.01 - 2025.01
- Health-Worx Medical Centre, Cresta Shopping Centre, Gauteng, as well as nearby Retirement homes. I left to return home to Cape Town where my family is.
GP
GP practice in Fourways
2005.01 - 2017.01
- Worked part-time, and then full-time in a GP practice in Fourways.
- I left to join the practice so that I could work closer to home.
Medical adviser
ATOS
2005.01 - 2008.01
- Assisted two vascular surgeons.
- Worked in the UK as a medical adviser for ATOS (disability grants)
- Worked as a GP locum in Ireland. Also worked in the Irish after-hours centres.
Casualty officer
Various private hospitals
2003.01 - 2004.01
- Casualty officer in various private hospitals in Gauteng, Locum work for GPs.
Community Service
1 Military Hospital
2002.01 - 2002.01
- Community Service at 1 Military Hospital, Pretoria, 2002.
Internship
Tygerberg Hospital
2001.01 - 2001.01
- Internship at Tygerberg Hospital, Cape Town, 2001.
Education
WHO IAGG eTRIGGER AFMEE - Geriatrics And Gerontology
World Health Organisation
Paris, France2025-10
DGM - Geriatric Medicine
SA
01.2020
MBChB - undefined
UCT
01.2000
Skills
Using my medical knowledge and experience to carefully diagnose and treat patient symptoms in order to accurately manage both acute and chronic medical conditions
I am patient and communicate well with patients of all ages
Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment, including Dementia assessment
Regular medication review
Performing small procedures like removal of moles, suturing lacerations
Experience with working under pressure in a busy GP practice
Computer literate
References
- Brent, Tipping, Geriatrician, Btipping@mweb.co.za
- Johan, Kruger, +27 83 269 3048
- Estelle, Little, +27 83 444 8255
- Alan, Carlston, +27 83 229 0090
Affiliations
- HPCSA MP 0542814 Private PR no 0105082
- MPS SA 29998
- SAGS (South African Geriatrics Society).
- NOFSA (National Osteoporosis Foundation of SA).
Training
- Internship at Tygerberg Hospital, Cape Town, 2001.
- Community Service at 1 Military Hospital, Pretoria, 2002.
Interests
Running Half Marathons.
Cold water swimming.
Walking and training dogs.
Timeline
General Practice
Health-Worx Medical Centre
2017.06 - Current
GP
Health-Worx Medical Centre
2017.01 - 2025.01
GP
GP practice in Fourways
2005.01 - 2017.01
Medical adviser
ATOS
2005.01 - 2008.01
Casualty officer
Various private hospitals
2003.01 - 2004.01
Community Service
1 Military Hospital
2002.01 - 2002.01
Internship
Tygerberg Hospital
2001.01 - 2001.01
DGM - Geriatric Medicine
SA
MBChB - undefined
UCT
WHO IAGG eTRIGGER AFMEE - Geriatrics And Gerontology
World Health Organisation