Join us in this riveting episode as we sit down with Dr. Santa-Marie Venter, an Orthopaedic Surgeon who traded in her MMA gloves for a surgeon's scalpel! Prepare to be inspired as we dive into the extraordinary life of this warrior of a healer healer.

Dr. Venter shares her incredible journey, from the adrenaline-pumping world of professional MMA fighting to the high-stakes arena of orthopaedic surgery. We'll uncover how her combat experience shaped her approach to patient care and decision-making in the operating room.
Get ready to witness the unique blend of resilience, discipline, and passion that makes Dr. Venter a true force to be reckoned with in both the fighting cage and the surgical theatre. We'll explore the parallels between her life as a fighter and her dedication to healing others as a surgeon.
 Don't miss the chance to hear firsthand stories of triumph, setbacks, and the unyielding spirit that drives Dr. Venter in the pursuit of excellence in all facets of life!

If you would like to get in touch with me, you can email us on [email protected]. Please feel free to send us any feedback, or contact us for any enquiries or suggestions on future episodes. 

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Stay Informed, Inspired, and Medically Inclined!

In this episode, our guest, Dr. Candice Hendricks, a Paediatric Haematologist, takes us on an exciting journey into the world of stem cell therapy, discussing its applications and breakthroughs in paediatric medicine. We'll learn what makes paediatric haematology such a fascinating and critical field, and why understanding immunity is like having a secret superpower for aspiring doctors. We discuss the importance of becoming a stem cell donor, especially for us who are in the healthcare profession.

Dr. Hendricks explains what it's like to be a Paediatric Haematologist for any doctors and med students aspiring to follow in her footsteps, and what it takes to follow your passion. If you would like to get in touch with Dr. Hendricks, you can email her at: [email protected] or follow her on
LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/candice-laverne-hendricks-3a6826117

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We are also on Instagram with the handle "@medically_inclined_podcast", I would love for you to give us a follow.

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Stay Informed, Inspired, and Medically Inclined 

Todays guest is Dr. André Graca, a registered Chiropractor practicing out of Pure Symmetry Health Centres. Dr Graca is not only aiding by helping us break the dreaded Pod-fade silence experienced over the past few months, but helps break down the steps that need to be taken for anyone interested in becoming a Chiro. He expands on how to ensure good back health and posture at the desk. he also shares the differences between Physios and Chiros and expands on the changes and developments within the field of Chiropractics in South Africa.

This is an episode filled with great takeaways and I'm exited to put it out there for all the "Medically Inclined" individuals.
Go give Dr. Graca some love by following him on Instagram: @dr_andregraca.

If you would like to get in touch with me, you can email us on [email protected]. Please feel free to send us any feedback, or contact us for any enquiries or suggestions on future episodes. 
We are also on Instagram with the handle "@medically_inclined_podcast", I would love for you to give us a follow.

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Todays guest is Dr. BB Phetla, the founder of Doctorpreneur, a platform that mentors doctors wanting to transition into private practice in healthcare. Dr Phetla has had over 13 years of private practice experience and completed a Masters in business administration (MBA) to solidify her natural inclination for entrepreneurship.

In this episode we dive deeper into what is required from any doctor before starting the venture into private practice. We also discuss key insights she's learnt on her journey and that adding value and finding what your skillset is are foundational components in determining what entrepreneurial advantages you may poses. Developing self confidence and finishing what you've started are elements anyone can develop and with that, becoming a "medical-entrepreneur" takes discipline and a drive for self growth and constant learning.

If you are interested in reaching out to Dr Phetla, you can email her at [email protected]. You can also visit their website at https://doctorpreneur.co.za/ or follow her on instagram @doctorpreneur_sa.
If you'd like to listen to more from Dr Phetla, you can go listen to her conversation with Dr Coffee on his podcast, at https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/the-dr-coffee-podcast/id1632403080?i=1000569949288

If you would like to get in touch with me, you can email us on [email protected]. Please feel free to send us any feedback, or contact us for any enquiries or suggestions on future episodes. 
We are also on Instagram with the handle "@medically_inclined_podcast", I would love for you to give us a follow.

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Todays guest is Dr. Marcel Jooste, a Sports and Exercise physician based in SEMLI. Dr. Jooste is currently completing he’s PhD while also ensuring he keeps to his responsibilities as the Squad Physician of the South African Rowing team. 

In this episode we dive deeper into the specialization of Sports and Exercise and how it has developed into the self standing field. We touch base on exercise and why it’s important for anyone to put emphasis on health. Dr Jooste believes that we are all athletes in our own right and should treat our body as the beautiful vessel that it is. Dr Jooste also discusses his role as the national rowing team physician and shared insights into methods of adaptation in exercise and how this could be achieved without reverting to illegal strategies. I believe this will be an episode worth listening to for anyone who is interested in finding out more on the life of a Sports and Exercise Physician. You can follow Dr. Marcel Jooste on Twitter: @JoosteMarcel or on Instagram: @marcel.jooste


If you would like to get in touch with me, you can email us on [email protected]. Please feel free to send us any feedback, or contact us for any enquiries or suggestions on future episodes. 
We are also on Instagram with the handle "@medically_inclined_podcast", I would love for you to give us a follow.

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Todays guest is Dr Juan Janse van Nieuwenhuizen, a Clinical Neurophysiologist specializing in sleep medicine. He is no stranger to self improvement for the betterment of the patient. Alongside his PhD in Neurophysiology, he has also completed a BTech in Clinical Neurophysiology, enabling him to practice as a Neurophysiologist at his practice. When he's not seeing patients, you can find him filling the role of Senior lecturer in the Dept. of Biomedical Sciences at the Tshwane University of Technology. 

As healthcare professionals, we are often in search of more time as  it’s a field well known for its long hours and busy schedules. This leads us to often neglect sleep, an important factor in our own health. Dr Janse van Nieuwenhuizen dives deep in the intricacies of sleep, and why it’s important to keep in mind how we schedule rest in to our daily lives. We discuss why caffeine is a staple in the lives of many and why it’s seen as a method to negate fatigue. We also discuss different pathologies that could create imbalance in ones sleep pattern. I highly recommend the episode to anyone who is interested in understanding sleep in the hopes of enhancing one’s own sleep patterns. 

If you would like to get in touch with me, you can email us on [email protected]. Please feel free to send us any feedback, or contact us for any enquiries or suggestions on future episodes. 
We are also on Instagram with the handle "@medically_inclined_podcast", I would love for you to give us a follow.

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Welcome to the first episode of 2023! 
Our discussion today is about life as a Trauma Surgeon, and how your purpose often comes in unexpected ways through life experience. Our guest on todays episode is Professor George Oosthuizen. Prof Oosthuizen is a  registered Trauma Surgeon and  Chief Specialist in  Surgery at Ngwelezana Hospital in KwaZulu Natal, South Africa. He is also an Associate Professor of Surgery at the University of KwaZulu Natal and an Honorary Senior Lecturer at the Queen Mary University of London.  He was also the former Trauma Program Director of the  Pan African Academy of Christian Surgeons(PAACS) and the former President of the Trauma Society of South Africa.

Prof Oosthuizen gives us insight into the journey to becoming a Trauma Surgeon for those that are interested in following this path. Being a Trauma Surgeon comes with heartache and loss and as a Doctor we are always confronted with important discussions with patients and their family members. Prof Oosthuizen shares key lessons he's learnt in his 30 years of experience and gives us important tips on how to handle the loss of a patient and also how to manage time for work and time for yourself. 

If you would like to get in touch with me, you can email us on [email protected]. Please feel free to send us any feedback, or contact us for any enquiries. 
We are also on Instagram with the handle "@medically_inclined_podcast", I would love for you to give us a follow.

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Our discussion today is about the pursuit of medicine; the normalisation of taking a route less travelled into the field. Hannah Geddie is a 1st year Med student at the University of Stellenbosch, and the Co-Founder of the Doctors_Eventually page on instagram. Their aim is to encourage students who have taken a different path into medicine, and to bring insight for those who still aspire to pursue the medical field. She discusses important topics on motivation and the importance of discipline in continuously chasing your dreams.

Go have a look at their page for inspiration on Instagram @doctors_eventually: https://instagram.com/doctors_eventually?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

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We continue the story of Dr. Simon Fraser, a 1st-year medical practitioner Intern at the Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital in Johannesburg. Part 2 puts emphasis on constant growth and the importance of being willing to learn. As an Intern it's vital to put aside fear of the unknown and ensure that you are constantly eager to practice procedures under supervision. That is the purpose of Internship after all. Throughout the Interview Dr. Fraser continues to share wisdom and insight he has gathered throughout his journey.

In the interview, he mentions two episodes that could be of importance as a Medical Intern. You can find these episodes on Spotify and Apple Podcasts  at "The Dr Coffee Podcast":

Episode 10: Internship: Adventure Confirmed... Now what? https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/the-dr-coffee-podcast/id1632403080?i=1000578224519

Episode 16: Surgery - Coffee with Professor Thifhelimbilu Luvhengo
https://podcasts.apple.com/za/podcast/the-dr-coffee-podcast/id1632403080?i=1000585188901

You can also follow him on Instagram and Youtube with the handle @drcoffeeza.

Follow us on Instagram at @medically_inclined_podcast or email us on [email protected]. Enjoy the episode.

My guest this episode is Dr. Simon Fraser, a 1st-year medical practitioner intern at the Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital in Johannesburg. In part 1 he explains the importance of people on our journey as medical professionals and how we rely on those close to us. His story shows us that we are never too late to pursue our dreams and that taking the leap may be the best possible decision. Simon is also the founder and host of the Dr. Coffee podcast that discusses and gives insight into the medical field. You can find his podcast on Spotify and Apple Podcasts at "The Dr Coffee Podcast":  https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=&ved=2ahUKEwiN_PfblMH7AhV2QkEAHVZ6DdAQFnoECBIQAQ&url=https%3A%2F%2Fpodcasts.apple.com%2Fza%2Fpodcast%2Fthe-dr-coffee-podcast%2Fid1632403080&usg=AOvVaw2F8U7uyqWHP2g9GzOhM5tm.
You can also follow him on instagram and Youtube with the handle @drcoffeeza. 
You can follow us on Instagram at @medically_inclined_podcast or email us on [email protected]. Enjoy the episode