The most *********** administrative department in the world

On the 12/03/2025, I was ADMITTED to A4 East where I was seen by an anesthesiologist who ordered an ECG, X-Rays and bloodwork. Then, during the Doctor's rounds, I was informed that the surgery, which was scheduled for the morning of the 13/03/2025, had been CANCELLED. Well, imagine my dismay. Nonetheless, both the ECG and the X-Rays were done. No blood was drawn because the nurse who attempted to draw blood does not have the required skill to drawn blood from deep-seated veins. Might I suggest additional training?? Sharlene Breuninger (Radiology) tried to contact the surgeon about the abrupt cancellation of the surgery but alas, nothing came to fruition. The surgeon did not return Sharlene's call.

So, to conclude... I was admitted to Tygerberg A4 East on the 12/03/2025, was seen by the anesthesiologist, had an ECG and X-Rays, only to have the surgery RECKLESSLY CANCELLED because of an administrative issue. Someone in your Administration Department did not get 'authorisation'; whatever that means. Why was authorisation even required??? Is it because I am on a medical aid which does NOT cover this procedure???

Then, you have the audacity to bill me and hand my unpaid account over to VERICREDIT.

You are gravely mistaken if you think that your actions will not be defended. How can you invoice me for tests or consultations or whatever it is, when the results of these tests were not even required because you CANCELLED the surgery.