Specialist Medical

Women's Wellness Consultation

Every woman has unique individual needs. That's why Dr Smit takes great care to approach each woman's health holistically, looking at all aspects of what it means to feel well. The check-ups include age-specific medical, gynaecological, and psycho-emotional assessments of ladies' health.

At this consultation, Dr Smit will discuss your contraception, menstrual cycle, or menopausal symptoms, as well as perform several tests, including:

• Weight, BMI, blood pressure, and blood sugar measurements
• Screening for STIs/STDs
• Screening for and immunising against HPV (Human Papillomavirus)
• Urinalysis
• Pelvic examination
• Cervical smear
• Breast examination and self-examination techniques
• A mammogram/breast ultrasound or pelvic ultrasound can be performed upon request

For patients older than 40 years, Dr Smit also offers:

• An ECG and cardiac risk assessment
• A bowel cancer screening test (for people older than 50)

Contact Dr Smit to request an appointment today!

Geriatric Care

Geriatrics is a speciality branch of medicine that focuses on the health of older adults to keep them strong and independent for as long as possible. As you get older, you need specific care as your body and mind change, like treating and preventing diseases or disability that comes with age.

Dr Smit can support you in looking after your body as it ages with grace and dignity. Geriatric care involves:

• Helping you with emotional and mental stability
• Stimulating mental functions so that they don't deteriorate with underuse
• Helping you with mobility, whether it's exercise or if you need a stick or wheelchair to help you get around
• Providing specialised medicine to serve individual needs
• Making living spaces comfortable and safe to prevent injuries and accidents
• Dietary support to aid the body in getting the proper nutrition as its needs change

Blood tests

As an experienced Phlebotomist, Dr Smit will expertly take a blood sample in the kindest and most pain-free way. Blood tests can:

• Provide an overview of your general health
• Check for infections
• See if your medication is working
• Check the functioning of particular organs (like kidneys or livers)
• Determine if you have a particular genetic condition
• Detect health problems at their early stages

Dr Smit can perform standard blood tests like complete blood count tests, blood chemistry tests, enzyme tests, and many more.

Electrocardiograms (ECGs)

Dr Smit is qualified to carry out electrocardiograms to check if your heart is beating happily. An ECG is a quick and safe test where sensors are attached to your skin to check your heart's rhythm and electrical activity.

ECGs are used to look at potential heart problems like irregular heartbeats, disease, or issues with the blood supply.

If you've been experiencing chest pain, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, or dizziness, come get a specialist medical assessment from Dr Smit.

Contact Dr Smit to book an appointment today!