Zanobuhle Ndiweni
MBBCh (WITS) | BSc Hons Cum Laude (STELL)
Johannesburg
Summary
Dedicated medical doctor with expertise in treatment planning and health promotion. Possess robust educational background in medicine, physiology, and pathology, including a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery from the University of the Witwatersrand, and a Bachelor of Science Honours (cum laude) from Stellenbosch University. Committed to advancing the field of medicine and making a positive impact on community well-being, especially in Mental Health.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
Certifications
4
4
Languages
Work History
General Practitioner
Locum: Part Time
01.2025 - Current
- Acute and chronic management of paediatric, adolescent and geriatric patients.
- Conducted thorough physical examinations for accurate diagnoses, leading to better treatment options for patients.
- Surgical assistant: Obstetrics and Gynaecology assistant at Tshepo-Themba Hospital and Brenthurst hospital.
Medical Officer: Community Service
Taung District Hospital
01.2024 - 12.2024
- January - March; July - December: Psychiatric ward
- Psychiatric Ward: A designated unit serving one hundred and fourteen villages with acute psychiatric care, daily outpatient department patient follow ups, referring patients to the specialized unit in Mafikeng and holding multidisciplinary meetings with patients and their family in order to tailor individualized care.
- Facilitated seamless transitions of care for patients by coordinating with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals across various departments.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with advances in medicine and enhance clinical skills.
- March- July: Outpatients Department
- Interpreted diagnostic test results for deviations from normal.
- Reviewed complex cases alongside colleagues during peer consultations to develop consensus on appropriate courses of action for challenging scenarios.
- Verified complex diagnoses to facilitate treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care and streamline communication.
- Out patients department: Serving as the referral site for clinics in the district and offering higher levels of care and referring patients to the relevant medical specialty.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted treatments accordingly.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based medical practices and protocols.
Medical Intern
Port Elizabeth Hospital Complex
01.2022 - 12.2023
- 2022 Rotations: Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Internal Medicine, Surgery
- 2023 Rotations: Family Medicine, Psychiatry, Orthopedics, Anesthetics
Education
National Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Marist Brothers Linmeyer (Marian College)
12-2013
BSc - Human Life Sciences with Psychology
Stellenbosch University
01.2014 - 1 2016
Bsc (Honours); Cum Laude - Physiology Honours
Stellenbosch University
01.2017 - 12 2017
MBChB - Medicine and Surgery (Graduate Entry Medical Programme)
Witwatersrand University
01.2018 - 1 2021
Skills
- Research
- Laboratory and clinical study pilots
- Principles of Consent
- Collating and compiling data
- Presenting data in the form of a research paper and formal in-person presentations
- Psychiatric care
- Identifying, diagnosing and treating mental health patients
- Interpretation of special investigations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Treatment Planning
Desired Position
Psychiatry Registrar, REFS/022654
Certification
Basic Surgical Skills
References
Contact Details
Dr Mayra Rivera
Psychiatry Specialist at Taung District Hospital
0726804829
Email: laritzamr18@gmail.com
Prof Benjamin Loos
Honours Supervisor
021 808 9196
Email: bloos@sun.ac.za
Dr Ajudua
Family Medicine HOD
0832694028
Timeline
Dispensing course (Sefako Makgatho University)
04-2025
Emergency Medicine Approach to Trauma
03-2025
Diploma in Mental Health (Passed written component; awaiting OSCE)
02-2025
General Practitioner
Locum: Part Time
01.2025 - Current
Advanced cardiac life support
07-2024
Paediatric advanced Life support
07-2024
How to Manage Mental Health Emergencies (FDP)
06-2024
Medical Officer: Community Service
Taung District Hospital
01.2024 - 12.2024
Basic Surgical Skills
05-2023
Medical Intern
Port Elizabeth Hospital Complex
01.2022 - 12.2023
MBChB - Medicine and Surgery (Graduate Entry Medical Programme)
Witwatersrand University
01.2018 - 1 2021
Bsc (Honours); Cum Laude - Physiology Honours
Stellenbosch University
01.2017 - 12 2017
BSc - Human Life Sciences with Psychology
Stellenbosch University
01.2014 - 1 2016
National Senior Certificate - Grade 12
Marist Brothers Linmeyer (Marian College)
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