Lucy H

Fabulous gynae who is also a warm & genuine human being

Dr van der Westhuizen is a truly excellent doctor. Not only is he excellent at what he does, but he is a genuine, warm human being. He had to give me a very scary diagnosis, and his compassionate and authentic approach was exactly what I needed. Not the detached "bedside manner" approach some doctors would provide - just his authentic self fully engaged. He assured me that whatever walk we had ahead of us, he would be with me every step of the way. Most importantly though, he demonstrated that by doing something I've never seen a doctor do - he gave me his direct contact number so that I could contact him with any questions or concerns I had in the days leading up to the scheduled surgery (which as it happened was over a weekend). When I did send questions, he responded promptly and reassuringly. And after the surgery, when the tissue results showed that all was well, he rejoiced as much as I did! Also most importantly, my recovery from major surgery has been amazingly fast and very comfortable. So thanks again Dr Andre! I think you Rock! Also my thanks to his assistant, Sam who was accessible, efficient and kind and went to considerable lengths to ease the process for me.