Family medical care in Umhlanga

Comprehensive care for every stage of life

From your first sniffle to your annual check-up, Umhlanga GP provides thoughtful general-practice care for every member of the family.

How we care for you

If you are unsure whether we can help, contact the practice and we will point you in the right direction.

Acute & Chronic Care

Care for everyday illness and injury, together with ongoing, coordinated support for long-term conditions.

Women’s & Child Health

Paediatric check-ups, vaccination advice, women’s health screenings, contraception advice and menopause support.

Geriatrics

Thoughtful, unhurried care focused on medication management, mobility, quality of life and the families supporting older patients.

Preventative Health

Blood-pressure checks, sugar and cholesterol screening, age-appropriate screening and practical advice to help you stay well.
Blood Tests done in rooms where necessary.

Special interests backed by a personal approach

Our doctors have particular interest and experience in women’s health, paediatrics, weight-management support, insulin resistance, diabetes care and palliative care.

Being a woman-run practice, we understand the importance of calm, compassionate care through the different stages of family life.

Care beyond the everyday

Mental Wellness

A confidential, judgement-free space to discuss anxiety, depression and mental wellbeing, with practical support and referral where needed.

Allergies

Assessment and management of allergies, from seasonal reactions to more complex sensitivities.

Intravenous Therapy & Infusions

Selected intravenous treatments are provided under medical supervision following clinical assessment.

  • Iron infusions
  • Rehydration therapy
  • Bone-health infusions

Sprague Ogilvie

Sprague Ogilvie is our in-house dietitian at Umhlanga GP, offering nutritional support alongside your general medical care.

To find out more or enquire about an appointment with Sprague, please contact her directly.

Medical aids and payment

Clear information before your visit

Umhlanga GP is contracted to Discovery and Discovery’s Smart Network. Where a medical-aid shortfall applies, it is payable at the time of consultation.

We do also submit to various other medical aids including most Medscheme options, a shortfall may occur which the patient is liable for.

Payment options

Card and Zapper payments are accepted.

For information about your medical aid or possible shortfalls, please contact the practice before your appointment.

What our patients say

“A wonderfully kind, dedicated doctor.”

Dr Broughton is an excellent diagnostician. My health has improved tremendously in her care.

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Need an appointment?

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