Meet The Team

Dr Craig Springate completed his education in Durban and attended medical school at UCT qualifying in 1986. He spent time in Canada before joining the Sharks as a team physician for 6 years and thereafter was appointed team physician for the Springbok U19 RWC in Wales and France and for the US team in South Africa.

Craig is currently running a hyperbaric oxygen therapy and wound care unit at St Augustines Hospital where he does minor surgical cases and emergency medicine shifts as well.

He has a general family medicine interest, wellness medical and ultrasound diagnostics and is married with children.

Sporting interests :- paddling, mountain bike riding, horse riding and adventure travel.

Clinton qualified as a physiotherapist in Durban in 1989 and went on to do his Sports Medicine Honours Degree full time in 1991 with Prof. Tim Noakes in Cape Town, following his 1 year military service in 1990.

During his 1990 year he was the sharks team physiotherapist. He then travelled to the UK, USA, Australia and New Zealand for 4 and a half years working at sport medicine clinics in each country.

On his return to South Africa, Clinton set up a Multidisciplinary Sport Clinic in Durban in 1996, which services many elite and recreational sports people. Over the many years of practice they have looked after many sporting codes: Sharks Rugby, Premier Soccer sides, KZN and international athletes, hockey, swimming, cyclists, cricket teams.

Clinton is a passionate individual who has rehabilitated many athletes and enhanced performance in these individuals and many sporting teams. He plays an integral part in Kings Park Sport Medicine Centre multidisciplinary approach to treatment and rehab.

Michelle Saunders graduated from the University of Cape Town in 2002, before completing her year of community service in a government hospital in rural KZN. She has been a part of the KPSMC team since 2004. In her early years of practicing physiotherapy Michelle spent time working both in private practice, treating a variety of athletes at different levels of performance, as well as general outpatients and rehabilitation work. She was also involved in the medical management of sports teams both at a club and amateur provincial level. She competed socially in river and surfski paddling, swimming, running and mountain biking events.

In 2009 Michelle completed a year long postgraduate course in orthopaedic manual therapy, and in 2011 her training as a Pilate’s instructor in the New York Method, which has been complementary to her physiotherapy practice.

With 3 young children, Michelle now works part time at the Lion Match Office Park premises. She keeps fit with cross training workouts, and a variety of outdoor activities. She continues to regularly attend courses related to her field of special interest in orthopaedic manual therapy.

Kelley qualified as a Bsc. Physiotherapist in 2014 at The University of the Western Cape in Cape Town. She spent one year doing her community service at Catherine Booth hospital in Zululand and completed it in 2015.

She has completed level 1 and 2 of the Dry needling course and has done a course on Achilles tendinopathy.

She enjoys dancing and did modern dancing for 10 years and hip hop for 3 years as well as various other sports. She has completed two half two oceans marathons, the Midmar mile and the Warrior and Impi challenge.

She has travelled extensively overseas and brings a wealth of enthusiasm to the medical centre.

She currently operates between Mount Edgecombe country estate and Lion match Business Park.

Matthew graduated from Stellenbosch University with a BSc Physiotherapy (Hons) in 2021. He completed his community service year at a rural hospital in Durban, while gaining experience through working at College Rovers Rugby club throughout the week and on matchdays.

Matthew grew up in George, where he participated in various team sports, which sparked his curiosity for physiotherapy and rehabilitation. He has a special interest in sports injuries and orthopaedic conditions, and accredits this fascination to being a former rugby player himself.

Matthew has completed his dry needling course and has plenty of strapping experience under his belt. He has a passion for fitness and bodybuilding and strives to encourage his patients to not only find a form of movement that they love, but one that ultimately improves their quality of life and mental well-being.

I graduated from the University of KwaZulu-Natal in 2021 with a B. Physiotherapy degree and completed my community service at KwaMashu CHC in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
I am a highly adaptable and self-motivated individual who embraces teamwork but also enjoys working independently. I am optimistic, dependable, and easily approachable.

I am passionate about the field of physiotherapy and helping my patients to live their best possible lives. I aim to provide a holistic approach when treating patients as I believe that their health, well-being and physical conditions go hand in hand. This also allows for optimal healing and performance.

I have a passion for sport physiotherapy as well as working with orthopedic and neuromuscular-skeletal conditions.

I am currently working with a local soccer club, Lamontville Golden Arrows, providing player rehabilitation and it has always been my dream to work with a sports club.

I have completed additional courses, which include Dry needling and Sports taping, as well as gained the necessary experience over the past year.

Marnus graduated from Stellenbosch University in 2020 with a BSc Physiotherapy. He then completed his community service year in Bethlehem and worked for Free State Stars Soccer Club after hours. He has also been involved with Durbel rugby club, Northlink rugby club, Cape Town Marathon, Argus and Two oceans Marathon.

He is a sport fanatic that has competed in an aray of sporting positions such as playing, coaching and leading student sports on campus. He enjoys activities such as Running, Hockey, Hiking, Golf, Squash, Soccer, Cycling and Triathlons.

Marnus has done courses in Dry needling, Rigid taping and KT taping. He is keen to serve the Durban community to the best of his ability.

Joel graduated from the University of Cape Town in 2022 with a Bsc. Physiotherapy (Hons). He completed his community service year in 2023 at Emmaus hospital in Winterton, rural KZN.

Joel is an avid outdoorsman and enjoys running, mountaineering and other endurance activities and has completed many of the overnight passes in the Drakensberg.

He currently operates between the Lion Match business park, Virgin Active Gateway and La Lucia.

Sean qualified as a Physiotherapist from University of the Free State in 2014. He completed his community service year at Estcourt Hospital in KZN. He is qualified in dry needling, various taping principles and exercise courses. Sean is passionate about rehabilitation for acute and chronic conditions through evidence based practice.

My name is Asmaa, I graduated from UKZN in 2021 with a bachelor of physiotherapy, I completed my community service at Port Shepstone regional hospital in 2022, where I found my love for orthopedics and musculoskeletal injuries, I also found an inclination towards woman’s health, and had pursued a course in pelvic health.

From my newly found passion I decided to take on a post graduate diploma in 2023 in orthopedics manipulation techniques, in hopes to further my skills to give more effective treatments.

Personally I was not a very active individual in my youth, however at the start of my university experience, I found that eating healthy and remaining active had a overall health benefit. I now try to incorporate the beauty of moving your body into my daily life. Since then I have pursued an interest in swimming, boxing and functional fitness.

The beauty in being a physiotherapist, is observing how unique the human expericne is. Each individual is powerful in their own way and it’s each patients uniqueness which I love experiencing and learning from.

I am available for bookings between moses mabhida and westville virgin active for any musculoskeletal and orthopedic related injuries, and at the lion match practice for pelvic health physio.

I qualified from the University of the Witwatersrand with a BSc in Physiotherapy (Hons) in 2022. I completed my community service year at local clinics in Johannesburg Metro, gaining ample experience in neuromusculoskeletal-, neurological-, chronic-, orthopaedic and paediatric conditions.

I am a dedicated and compassionate Physiotherapist committed to providing effective patient care to maximally restore and improve quality of life and mental wellbeing.

I am passionate about sport and have participated in various team sports such as hockey and netball. I spend my free time hiking and training.

I graduated from the University of Cape Town in 2022, earning a BSc in Physiotherapy, thereafter I completed my community service year in Vryheid, KZN where I contributed to healthcare and honed my clinical skills.

I am a passionate advocate for the well-being and optimal development of children with a profound commitment to fostering musculoskeletal health in everyone. I am driven by the belief that a solid foundation in musculoskeletal health sets the stage for a lifetime of well-being.

I have obtained additional qualification in Dry Needling, Strapping for Athletes, and cerebral Palsy. I spend my free time training, competing and serving my community as a lifeguard.

I am a young and passionate physiotherapist with a particular knack for evidence-based management of sports injuries and musculoskeletal pathologies. I qualified with a BSc in Physiotherapy at the University of the Witwatersrand in 2022 and have subsequently earned further qualifications in lower back pain management, dry needling (levels 1 and 2), peripheral neuropathy and women’s health. I completed my Community Service working between two clinics in Johannesburg and have also been a contributing writer for an international sports bulletin for the past year and a half. My career path was influenced by my personal experience as an athlete, which instilled in me a deep understanding of the importance of physiotherapy and an interest in pursuing this field professionally. My love for my career makes me a creative practitioner who is constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance patient outcomes and my own proficiency as a physiotherapist.

I graduated from the University of Cape Town with a BSc in Physiotherapy in 2022. Following this, I completed my community service for the West Rand Health District where I was servicing three rural clinics. I gained experience in managing various neuromusculo-skeletal (NMS) disorders, as well as paediatric patients and some trauma cases. More importantly, I had the opportunity to learn about effective patient management within their individual socio-economic circumstances.

Assisting patients to restore their maximal attainable quality of life, functioning and overall well-being is an important component of my management. I believe in facilitating an environment where there is efficient collaborative effort between patient and practitioner to achieve the patient's goals.

I have always been an active individual, my main sport being rugby back in my varsity days. Now, I would label myself as an outdoor adventurist and fitness enthusiast. I truly believe in the phrase "exercise is medicine", and I try my utmost best to live it. I have a special interest in exploring the realm of the so-called hybrid athlete. Furthermore, I enjoy treating and learning about various NMS conditions.

Joshua Gaillard graduated from the University of Cape Town in the year 2019 with BSc Physiotherapy (Hons). Following graduation he completed his community service year along the south coast of Kwa-Zulu natal and formed part of the rehabilitation team of a local community clinic and performed visits to surrounding rural clinics around Mtwalume.

Joshua is a Durban local and has always been an active individual, competing in multiple sports throughout his schooling and university days, particularly water polo, rugby and basketball. This was the inspiration to become involved within Physiotherapy and continues to fuel his passion for sports rehabilitation and working with athletes. During his time at university he assisted in the management and physiotherapy duties for a UCT 3rd rugby team and 1st team Basketball men and ladies and so too has dreams to be on the sideline one day for a national team. He is currently studying a Masters degree in Sports Physiotherapy and rehabilitation.

He hopes to improve all the lives of those people he gets to treat, to help them visualise and be the best version of themselves no matter the case or situation.

Estée graduated from Stellenbosch University, obtaining a BSc Physiotherapy (Hons) in 2021. Thereafter she completed her community service year in Bethlehem where she volunteered at the rugby club and a sport clinic after hours. She also volunteered at the Argus and Comrades marathon.

She is a passionate sport's lady and loves being active and in nature. Estée represented various sports (athletics, netball, hockey, cricket, squash) for her school, province and later her university. She is adventurous and recently joined the triathlon family.

Estée has completed her Dry Needling and taping courses, Aquatic therapy and numerous webinars. She strives to be the best for her patients and helping them reach their goals.

Mateenah graduated from Stellenbosch University in 2020 with a B.Sc. Physiotherapy (Hons) degree. She completed her community service year in deep rural KZN at Church of Scotland Hospital, where she serviced both the hospital and the community of Tugela Ferry.

Mateenah is from Mauritius but considers herself 100% South African-bred. She is an energetic character who gets along with people from all walks of life, and thrives on exploring new locations and seeking out thrilling adventures.

Her primary areas of interest lie in sports injuries, paediatrics and pain management. However, Mateenah is also currently venturing into women’s health and pelvic physiotherapy. She firmly believes in consistent upskilling, and has therefore completed both levels of the dry needling courses, and is an avid learner of new techniques and procedures. She is now based in Ballito, and aims to provide effective and compassionate service to all individuals who cross her path.

Robyn qualified at UKZN in 2012. She completed her community service at Umgeni psychiatric hospital in 2013. She's worked for hospital based practices, school based practices, and outpatient practices for the last 9 years. She enjoys treating athletes any age and has been the physio at St Mary's Diocesan school for girls in hillcrest for the past 3 years. She has also worked in multiple sports physio practices over the years. Here, she has developed a special interest in sports injuries, inflammatory, and musculoskeletal conditions. Her hobbies include resistance training, running, hiking, dancing, and horse riding. My passion lies in exercise and rehabilitation.

Wits School of Therapeutic Sciences, defines Occupational Therapists as follows, “Occupational therapists are at the forefront of rehabilitative services and are important role-players in achieving social integration and economic participation for people with disabilities. The profession is listed as a scarce “growth industry” in many parts of the world and is diversifying into new avenues in South Africa partly in response to new legislation like the Labour Relations Act and the Bill of Rights.”

I am an Occupational Therapist specializing in Disability Management, Vocational Rehabilitation, Medico-legal assessments, Medical Negligence matters, Case Management. Further areas of interest are development of life skills and provision of relevant adjunctive therapies to clients with Depression, Anxiety and Chronic Pain syndromes. Having commenced private practice in 2005 on a part time basis and 2013 on a full time basis, I have gained clinical experience in both the Government and Private Sectors of Clinical practice. To add to my wealth of experience, entering the corporate sector, I have served as a Senior Disability Claims Assessor and Disability Consultant, assessing the validity of disability claims in the Health Risk Management Industry. Having gained this experience, my current function as an Independent Assessor of functional ability leaves me with an advantage when assessing these insurance and health risk management claims, as I understand the process and the ask.

Medicolegal services in the form of objective medicolegal assessments using a combination of standardized tests and selected assessment tools, are offered to Road Accident Fund, as a member of the current Panel of Experts, as well as Plaintiff Attorneys. My turn around time to provide these reports are between 2 and 4 working days, providing that all the expert information is provided to me timeously.

This host of services are offered at my offices within the prestigious Kings Park Sports Medical Centre, Durban, and the Rivonia Medical Sports and Therapy Centre, Johannesburg and through the recently approved Telehealth and virtual consultation methods.

Kindly contact me on 0846777551 to personally arrange an appointment, or call the office on 031 303 3874 / 011 807 9877 and leave an appointment request with my helpful associates. Should you prefer to email me, I am contactable on DisabilityAssessments7@gmail.com.

Qualifications:
BSc. OT (Wits)
Dip. Voc Rehab (UP)
Workwell Certified
AMA 6th Edition
Ergoscience Trained
Professional Body Registration:
Health Professional Council of South Africa (OT 0063509)
OTASA
MPS
SAMLA
BHF (Practice Number 0255157)
Services Provided by Ashnie Maharaj Occupational Therapists:
Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCE’s)
Disability Verification assessments
Medico-legal Assessments (Road Accident Fund and Plaintiff)
Medical Negligence Assessments
Lifeskills training
Adjunctive therapies to clients suffering from Depression, Anxiety and Chronic Pain Syndromes
Vocational Rehabilitation
Case Management
Telehealth / Virtual Consultation

I have 35 year experience as a medical practitioner, applying myself in general medicine and administration.
I am trustworthy and dedicated to providing personal and quality care to my patients.
My vision is to help people in all aspects of their life, to find healing both physically and emotionally.
In everything I do, I strive to communicate well, show compassion and be detail orientated in order to make the correct diagnosis and decisions regarding patient treatment.

PATIENT CARE PROCEDURES
I am skilled in treating common medical conditions and making the decision when to refer patients to hospital or other medical services for urgent and specialist treatment.
I believe in a holistic approach to patient care, understanding the physical and emotional needs of patients.
I keep the financial status of the patient in mind when it comes to scripts and consultations to help patients afford their medical care.
I have counselling skills that include active listening and a non-judgemental approach to patients and personnel alike.
I enjoy working with various ages, from babies to the elderly.
I can offer lifestyle advice to promote health and wellbeing of patients.

WORK ETHIC
I have been complemented on being thorough, keeping and maintaining good patient records.
Due to a good relationship with my patients and personnel, they remain loyal to me.

PROCEDURES
Minor surgical procedures in the examination rooms.
Pap smear and breast exams for female patients.
Treatment for acute and chronic conditions.
Liaising with a multi-disciplinary team for the benefit of the patient.
Daily tests, including: urine, glucose, cholesterol, haemoglobin, pregnancy test, blood pressure, oxygen, pulse, peak flow, height, weight, waist circumference, visual screening.
Administering intravenous infusions and Injections where required.
Health medicals.

I am a Registered Dietitian with a passion for healthy eating and lifestyle. I have a BSC Medical Honours Degree in Nutrition & Dietetics from The University Of Cape Town, and completed my undergraduate degree majoring in Human Kinetics & Ergonomics (HKE) and Psychology at Rhodes University. I also have a Diploma in Sports Nutrition through The International Olympic Committee. My primary interests are in general healthy eating, sports nutrition, disordered eating and DNA nutrition.

Sports Nutrition
My Undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics stimulated my interest in sports nutrition and the importance of nutrition for exercise and performance. After finishing my dietetics degree I completed the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Diploma in Sports Nutrition to specialise in the sports nutrition field. I am passionate about exercise and fitness and practice what I preach with regards to training and nutrition. I am a qualified spinning and kettlebel instructor and have completed a short course on exercise prescription in chronic diseases and special populations through Witwatersrand University.

Disordered Eating
I see food as nourishing and something that should be enjoyed not feared. I don’t see ‘healthy’ as being low calorie, but being the most nutritious option. I follow the intuitive eating principles and give focus to foods that make us feel good and that are enjoyed. I followed up my interest in eating disorders by doing further short courses on emotional eating, binge eating & bulimia nervosa.

DNA Nutrition
There is nothing more personalised than your specific genetic make up. There are now tests available where we can look at your specific DNA to predict your risk of developing chronic diseases. We can then advise on specific lifestyle and dietary interventions to help to reduce your risk of developing these diseases. I am currently enrolled in the Manuka course in Nutrigenomics.

Richelle Cavanagh is a registered, private practicing dietician. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree in dietetics and a Post Graduate Diploma in dietetics in 2005. Richelle has experience working in both government and private medical institutions but found her niche in private practice consulting. She is passionate about helping people achieve their goals in a sustainable way and believes that nutrition is the cornerstone of health, but that all areas of one’s life – physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually need to be in balance.

Richelle’s main areas of service include general healthy eating, weight management, gastrointestinal health – specifically IBS, and lifestyle diseases such as diabetes, hypertension and high cholesterol. She looks at her client’s lifestyle, likes and dislikes and offers advice best tailored to suit each individual’s needs.

Richelle is registered with the HPCSA, is a member of the South African Dietetics Association (ADSA) and is an EATFIT Approved Dietician.

Dr Charlton Butt qualified as a Chiropractor in 2008 from the Durban University of Technology. Charlton completed his Masters degree by researching the relationship between rugby coaches, players, injuries and Chiropractic. Dr Butt also holds a B-Com from UKZN.

Dr Butt runs a family practice with patients ranging from as young as one week old to 93 years old; focusing on patients with short and long term spinal pain and conditions and the management thereof. He has an in-depth knowledge of the spine and spinal injuries and experience in treating them. Dr Butt does however have a special interest in sports injuries, in particular those related to rugby, gym, golf and running. Dr Butt has an extensive knowledge and experience in treating injuries within these sports.

Charlton has played rugby at Premier and higher level and still plays rugby for Crusaders in Durban North and for the S.A. Legends. He is active at gym in weight lifting, road running, surfing and golf. Charlton also enjoys 4×4 off road trails and jet skiing .

Charlton has worked with teams and sportsmen and women from all sports disciplines and at all levels ranging from school level to club and provincial. He has extensive knowledge in a vast array of sports injuries. His patients have competed in the Duzi; Comrades; rugby, tennis and cricket at the highest level; Two Oceans Marathon; and represented South Africa in body building events, to mention a few. Charlton is passionate about improving his patients’ performance in their chosen sports as well as keeping those injured “in the game”.

Dr Badenhorst combines chiropractic manipulative techniques with various soft tissue therapeutic modalities in her approach to painful conditions and functional wellbeing. Her aim is to unlock optimal wellness and peak performance in individuals of all ages and pursuits (neonate to geriatric).

A typical treatment routine involves: adjustment of fixated joints (spinal and extremities); soft tissue therapy (dry needling, massage, deep frictions, myofascial release, stretching); advice on corrective lifestyle changes (diet, exercise methods, postural changes, ergonomics, stress management) and prescribed self-maintenance (exercises and stretches). Furthermore, she has completed a master course in applying specialized strapping techniques using various forms of tape for specific conditions (eg arthritis, tendinitis) and injuries (ligament and muscle sprains and tears).

Dr Badenhorst has a special interest in the effect of manual therapies (spinal manipulation, acupuncture and massage) on the functioning of our organs, which is what she conducted her thesis on. Another field of interest for her is raising awareness among the youth about the role of core strength in the preservation of spinal health.

Dr Moodley studied dentistry at The University of the Western Cape (UWC) and qualified in 2012.

After doing his community service in 2013, he settled in Durban and started his own dental practice in 2014 dedicated to his field of interest in Preventative and Aesthetic dentistry.

He obtained a certificate in Botox and Dermal Fillers in 2015 and a diploma in Implantology in 2021 through UWC.

He offers a holistic approach to treating his dental patients and looks forward to helping you

Lynne Mackey studied a degree in sport science at the University of Kwa-zulu Natal, followed by honours in Biokinetics. She did her first year of internship with Jimmy Wright at the Sharks Medical Centre.

Her passion for surfing has led her to compete on the South African surf tour. She thrives on being able to help individuals struggling with injuries to regain their strength and to help them return to their sport or just helping sedentary patients to live a more functional painfree life.

Matt Wickham graduated from University of Stellenbosch with a BSc in Sport science in 2012. He then went on to continue to achieve his Honours degree in Biokinetics in 2013.

He completed his Internship with Jimmy wright and Associates gaining experience with professional sporting teams as well as clinical private practices.

Matt has a keen eye for fitness having coached cyclists and triathletes in a high performance setting for 4 years whilst practicing. He has also completed multiple sporting events, including Back to Back Comrades Marathons, Ironman SA Champs, multiple half Ironman distance triathlons and multiple Warrior Race Obstacle Courses amongst a variety of short races.

Matt has a passion for injury rehab and to return to sport post injury. He strives to get his clients to live a stronger, fitter, healthier lifestyle and his friendly nature provides encouragement to have the confidence to do so.

Have you noticed that life doesn’t always go according to plan?

Sometimes it can be the big things that get us down- the breakdown of a relationship, losing a loved one, the loss of a job or someone you love falling sick.

Or sometimes the things we desperately want in our life – that great partner, children, that amazing job – don’t come to us in the way we’d hoped they would.

Other times we might experience depression or anxiety, and we might try to fix them by cutting off from the things that we value, thereby making us even more sad or worried. And many times we humans just get stuck- we lack motivation or purpose… we’re low on confidence..we live on auto pilot and feel that life isn’t as vital or as meaningful as we imagine it could be.

Asking for help doesn’t come naturally for many of us. But speaking to a psychologist can assist you to see things from a different perspective. Therapy can be a helpful and supportive factor while you take steps towards living a life that really matters to you.

Rizwana qualified as a clinical psychologist in 2008 at the University of Kwazulu Natal. She spent one year doing her community service at Groote Schuur Hospital in Cape Town. She went into private practice in 2010 after moving back to Durban. She has been a part of the KPSMC team since 2016.

In addition to sport psychology, she has a keen interest in mood disorders, infant mental health, trauma related difficulties as well as womens mental health issues i.e. pre/post natal depression, infertility etc. She is qualfied to work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.

“Feeling real is more than existing; it is finding a way to exist as oneself” (Donald Winnicott)

Robyn-Leigh has been working as a Counselling Psychologist since 2010 after completing her Masters in Community-based Counselling Psychology at the University of the Witwatersrand. She is registered with the HPCSA (PS0110825) and her Practice No is 0372633. She is thoughtful, sensitive and most passionate about promoting kindness in the work she does. She has experience working in diverse settings and with a broad range of people.

Attachment theory & research shows that the biggest predictor of how a person negotiates & connects with others is the relationship they experienced growing up. The therapy space allows for the client to explore and “think about” the past and how this influences who they are in the present (Dr Daniel Siegel in Mindsight). This process of thinking is what she believes facilitates one of the greatest gifts of the therapeutic process - self-understanding. She is passionate about providing a safe space for the clients she sees to explore their story, make sense of it, be kinder to themselves and write the next chapters in a more empowered way.

Robyn-Leigh’s approach to therapy draws mainly on Psychodynamic theory. This means that the process tends to be of a medium to long term nature where in depth feelings and experiences are worked through. She aims to provide a therapy service that best meets the particular needs of the client. Often what brings a person to therapy is a sense of something being wrong, a possible internal struggle, a negative relationship with oneself, or other unhealthy relationship dynamics be they family, friendship, romantic, at school, at work or in the broader community. She works mainly with adolescents & adults.

In order to make to find out more or make an appointment you can contact her on 082 932 7083 or email robynleigh.psych@gmail.com

Rehana Mahomed qualified as a Social Worker in 2000 at the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal. She completed her Masters in Social Work in 2006. Rehana has over 18 years of therapeutic experience with children, teenagers and adults. She has developed specific skills from working at various welfare organizations, schools/universities and corporates. She has extensive experience working with children, adolescents and adult survivors of sexual abuse and trauma. Rehana is involved in the assessment and treatment of children who have experienced trauma from abuse, disability, divorce, neglect and death of a loved one. She provides therapy for children and teenagers with poor self-esteem, suicidal tendencies and self-harm behavior. Rehana also provides counselling to adults for depression, stress management, anger management, relationship difficulties, grief, coping with disability, illness and trauma.

Areas of Specialty/Highlights
– Counselling to children (play therapy), adolescents and adults
– Couple counselling and marital therapy
– Loss and Bereavement counselling
– Parental support and guidance
– Trauma Debriefing
– Coping with Disability or serious illness
– Coping with Divorce
– Domestic Violence
– Employee Assistance Programs
– Academic: Social Work Supervisor/Mentor, Lecturer, Assessor, Moderator

Rehana offers a safe, supportive and nonjudgmental environment that facilitates healing and closure.

Zahira Rawat is the Senior Optometrist at Kings Park Optometrist. In 2015, she graduated from UKZN with a Honors Degree in Bachelor of Optometry. Zahira has since worked in various private and public sector optometry practices, which gives her vast experience in dealing with common and complex visual problems. She takes a keen interest in contact lens fitting as well as paediatric and low vision testing.

At Kings Park Optometrist, Zahira wishes to improve lives by educating patients on their eye health and providing them with the best vision solutions to suite their lifestyle.

Services offered include:
• Comprehensive eye exam
• Contact lens fitting
• Glaucoma Testing
• Paediatric eye exam
• Low vision eye exam
• Detection of eye disease
• Sunglass and spectacle sales
• Repairs of spectacles

Fascia is the interconnected web that runs through and around the entire body. It surrounds muscles as individuals, groups of muscles, nerves, blood vessel and organs like cling wrap. The Individual layers – superficial, deep and visceral – continue uninterrupted throughout the body.

A unique, safe and extremely effective form of therapy, aimed at creating as little pain as possible so as to not form more trauma in the body.

This is a hands-on technique that involves applying gentle, sustained pressure into the fascia connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion.

Assisting in improving sports performance, everyday activities, digestion and treating injuries in short time. Increase of energy and blood flow, improve muscle movement from scar tissue that’s restricts muscle movement (including Caesar and scope scars).

Patrick Frickel is the resident sport masseur at KPMED. He is passionate about his work and provides 100% effort in making sure his clients’ bodies are kept in tiptop shape allowing them to perform at their best.

Patrick works closely with other medical professionals such as biokineticists, physiotherapists and chiropractors in a holistic manner to provide the best treatment possible.

Numerous studies have shown the benefits of massage in preventing injury, improving muscle flexibility, reducing fatigue and improving endurance.

Debbie Majoor offers the very best to her clients. She equips them with the knowledge and skills to achieve their health and fitness goals on a realistic level. She is supportive and committed to ensuring each client’s expectations are not only met but exceeded.

Debbie has worked with a wide range of clients in different age brackets and seen fantastic results in all. She will advise and guide you on how to live a clean lifestyle through healthy choices, frequent training and constant motivation.

Debbie’s Skills:
– Functional training
– Weight management
– Toning & shaping
– Menopause
– Stretching & flexibility
– Special needs patients for example with Parkinson’s Disease and other similar diseases which affect a person’s mobility.

Debbie has also for the last year and a half being working with people who fall under the category of Special needs patients, such as Parkinson’s and has had extremely good results with keeping them mobile, which is an essential part in their daily routine to help retard the progression of the disease. She also consults with the patient’s Neurologist on a regular basis, in-order to see that they are getting the correct exercises and help for their particular category of Parkinson’s Disease.

People with Parkinson’s and other special needs patients, exercise is more than just keeping healthy, it is an extremely vital component to maintaining their balance, coordination, agility, mobility and various activities of their daily living. Exercise and physical activities can improve a wide range of Parkinson’s Disease symptoms.

Qualifications:
Diploma in Fitness Personal Trainer – Institute of Fitness Professionals

Debbie Majoor – Personal Trainer Facebook page and @itrainwithdebbie on Instagram.

Train one on one or in groups of two or three . Book your slots and get in touch with Debbie on 0834561418 / debbiemajoor28@hotmail.com

Qiniso Ndlovu is a Speech-Language Pathologist and Audiologist passionate about early identification of speech-language disorder and hearing difficulties. My area of interest is identification, assessment and management of hearing losses caused by excessive noise exposure of any source. Having commenced practicing 13 years ago, I have gained clinical experience in both the Government and Private Sector assessing and treating the following conditions;

Audiological Services
Hearing Assessment of babies, school children and adults.
Ototoxic assessment and monitoring for RVD and TB pts.
Pre, monitoring and Post Employment Hearing Assessment (On-site & Off-site)
Management of auditory disorders
Removal of impacted wax and foreign bodies
Hearing aids evaluation and fitting
Hearing aids repair, re-programming, and battery supply
On-site hearing aid cleaning and servicing
Earmould repair and re-makes

Speech-Language Services
Speech/language delays and disorders in children and adults.
In and out of hospital Infants oral stimulation for pre-mature babies (stimulate oral feeding, speech, and language)
Neurogenic speech/language disorders for children and adults (Autism, TBI, aphasia, CP, dementia, stroke etc.)
Dysphagia/swallowing disorders (Difficulty chewing, swallowing, and feeding)
Fluency (Stuttering), Articulation, phonological disorders (Difficulty producing words correctly) and Voice disorder assessment and treatment
Teletherapy

Professional Body Registration
Health Professional Council of South Africa (STA 0028606)
Board of Healthcare Funders (Pr. 0293784)
National Black Speech-Language and Hearing Association (NABSLHA)
Board Member of King Edward VIII Hospital

Training
Degree in Speech Therapy and Audiology (Wits)
Certificate in Neuro-development Treatment/Bobath (SANDT, Baragwanath Hospital)
Training in variety of Hearing Aids Instrument (SA)

Dr Feroza Mansoor is a medical doctor qualified at UKZN with an MBChB in 1991 and a Post Graduate Diploma in Occupational Health in 2002. Dr Mansoor is passionate about self-empowerment and is an avid learner and teacher. She has acquired numerous coaching and other qualifications over the years. She brings together her knowledge, expertise, multiple qualifications, skills and life experience and chooses to work as a Conscious Transformation Leadership Coach and Holistic Wellness Coach with a focus on Stress Management and Anxiety Management.

Her deep knowledge and understanding of the MIND- BODY- SOUL- ENERGY connection allows her to customize her consulting or coaching for a holistic “client centric” approach based on the client’s needs in the moment. She is passionate about empowering her clients/ patients with knowledge and skills about their physical, emotional, mental or spiritual health so that they can take responsibility for their Holistic Health and Wellness

Dr Feroza Mansoor helps her clients to shift from an “unconscious” to a “conscious” state so that the client is empowered to make changes in their lives and to consciously create the life that they want for themselves. She supports lifestyle changes for best health outcomes and helps clients to actively change “unconscious” habits into “conscious” habits.

She has a deep understanding of Emotional Intelligence and helps clients navigate their Emotional Resilience Journey. Clients find a “safe space” that is “non judgemental” to think, process emotions and make sense of their lives and challenges and to find solutions.

Dr Feroza Mansoor is also the Director of “Life In Your Hands” and of “Biodanza South Africa”. Click the links for more information.

Book an appointment today by calling (+27) 031 303 3874 or (+27) 031 563 0079 to see how Dr Feroza Mansoor can help you. She consults at both Kings Park Sports Medical Centre and Core Medical Centre.

For more info please WhatsApp +27 83 643 3322 or email drfmansoor@gmail.com.

David completed his BA and LLB degrees at Natal University (Durban) in 1989 & 1990 respectively and went on to accomplish a Masters degree (LLM) through UNISA specialising in Trade Mark Law, following a stint as a Legal Officer at Salisbury Island in the SA Navy in 1991.

Thereafter David qualified as an attorney of the High Court of South Africa at Spoor & Fisher, a well-known Pretoria firm specialising in IP matters and he has lectured at several institutions in South Africa on intellectual property law and commercial law. In 1998 Jean de Chalain and David co-founded a specialist IP Boutique helping clients make money by protecting and enforcing their trademarks, patents and designs in a user friendly and cost- effective manner.

David has specific expertise and extensive experience in the protection and enforcement of trade mark portfolios owned by International Sports Teams, Supporters Clubs and Championships for example The Ineos Grenadiers, The British and Irish Lions, Rugby World Cup, The Melrose Cup (7’s rugby), Manchester United, The Barmy Army, US Open (tennis), Giant ( bicycles), Wattbike, 6 Nations Rugby and the world famous St Andrews Links Golf Course, recognised as “THE HOME OF GOLF”. He also acts for a number of prominent clients in the sports products, protein powders, energy drinks , nutritional products, collagen products, fashion, entertainment, 4×4, video game, horse racing, education, restaurant, food, craft beer, wine and whisky industries.

In 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 & 2020 Managing Intellectual Property (MIP) in its Annual World IP Survey based on input from clients and other IP lawyers recognised David as a leading individual / IP Star, for trade mark litigation, prosecution, strategy and counselling. In 2020 & 2021 World Trademark Review (WTR) – “the Definitive go-to resource for those seeking legal trade mark expertise which identifies the leading lights in 70 jurisdictions” ranked David as a recommended top trade mark professional and leading individual for prosecution and strategic advice.

He is also an overseas member of The Chartered Institute of Trade Mark Attorneys (C.I.T.M.A) based in London which aims to protect the interests of all proprietors of Trade Marks. Outside of the office David enjoys travel, reading, cycling, rugby, cricket, chess, boxing and tennis (not in any particular order). David is married to Heléne and has two boys named Andrew and Daniel.