Dr Samkelisiwe Ngwenya
General Practitioner
Personalised healthcare for individuals and families.
Special interest in women’s health
Including pregnancy care and pregnancy ultrasound scans.
Meet Dr Samkelisiwe Ngwenya
A general practitioner committed to thoughtful, patient-centred care, with a special interest in women’s health.
Qualifications
- BSc in Microbiology, University of Pretoria
- Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS), University of Malawi, College of Medicine
- Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) Board Examination Certification
Our Services
Primary healthcare for women, men and children, with a special interest in women’s health.
General Medical Care
Everyday medical care for acute illness, chronic conditions, weight management, mental health and general health concerns.
- Acute illnesses
- Chronic conditions, including diabetes, hypertension & asthma
- General health assessments
- Weight management
- Mental health care
- Medical reports
- Medication reviews
- Specialist & allied healthcare referrals
- IV therapy
Women’s Health
Dr Ngwenya’s special interest: cervical screening, contraception and family planning, antenatal and postnatal care, and pregnancy ultrasound.
Cervical Cancer Screening
- Pap smears
- HPV screening
Contraception & Family Planning
- Contraceptive counselling
- IUD / loop insertion and removal
- Contraceptive implant insertion and removal
- Family planning
Antenatal & Postnatal Care
- Antenatal consultations
- Postnatal consultations
- Pregnancy ultrasound scans
Men’s Health
General, sexual and reproductive health care, including prostate screening.
- General health assessments
- Sexual health
- Reproductive health
- Prostate screening
Children’s Health
Care for childhood illnesses, wellness assessments and developmental checks.
- Childhood illnesses
- Wellness assessments
- Developmental checks
Weight Management
Assessment and medical support for healthy, sustainable weight management.
- Weight assessment
- Medical weight management
- Lifestyle & nutrition counselling
- Follow-up
Mental Health
Supportive care for common mental health concerns, with onward referral where appropriate.
- Anxiety & depression
- Insomnia
- Mental health assessments
- Specialist referrals
Minor Procedures
Selected minor procedures, wound care, flu vaccination and injections.
- Selected minor procedures
- Wound care
- Flu vaccination
- Injections
Laboratory Services
Blood sample collection at the practice, with results available through the practice where appropriate.
- Blood sample collection at the practice
- Lancet & Ampath laboratory services, subject to availability
- Results available through the practice
Consultation Fees
Medication, laboratory investigations and additional consumables may be charged separately.
For fees relating to specific services and procedures, please contact the practice.
- General ConsultationFull clinical assessment and management, including vital signs, with prescription, referral or medical certificate where appropriate.R480
- Follow-up ConsultationFollow-up within 7 days, where applicable.R350
- Virtual ConsultationAvailable where clinically appropriate.R380
Payment methods: Medical aid, Cash, EFT.
Book an Appointment
We’d be happy to assist you. Reach us by WhatsApp, phone or email to arrange a visit.
Every visit begins with a warm welcome. We’re here to make your experience at Avela Medical Practice feel comfortable and cared for from the moment you arrive.
Visit Avela Medical Practice
96 Oxford St, Shop 7Frangipani, FerndaleRandburg, 2194Johannesburg, GautengSouth AfricaFind us on GoogleOpening hours
- Monday – Friday8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
- SundayClosed
- Public HolidaysTBA