Author: ASSA Administrator
Stanley Arthur Russell Cooke – 1932-2021
Stan Cooke was educated at St John’s College, Johannesburg, and went to medical school at Guy’s in London, where he graduated in 1957. This was followed by twelve years of training in all branches of surgery (with FRCS (Eng), FRCS (Ed) in 1962), as well as research culminating in the award of a Master of […]
Dr Abdul Kdaish – 1978-2021
With great sadness, we announce the loss of one of our General Surgery registrars on Monday 18 January 2021 due to COVID-19.
Surgicom Start-up Private Practice Communication
The financial planning and business acumen required to start a profitable medical practice can be overwhelming to say the least. With guidance from HeathMan and Surgicom who have experience in navigating this terrain, you can confidently begin your transition and look forward to the autonomy and patient relationships associated with having your own practice. […]
ASSA Statement on the Healthcare Crisis in the Eastern Cape
The Executive Committee of the Association of Surgeons of South Africa (ASSA), as a proxy of its membership, gives credence to reports of the current healthcare crisis in the Eastern Cape.
Surgery in South Africa: Challenge, Barriers an the Value of Mentorship
Surgical training and practice in South Africa currently face many challenges, both internal and external. Although mentorship and other educational programmes exist, these are not readily available in all local training centres.
ASSA Statement on the Healthcare Crisis in the Eastern Cape
The Executive Committee of the Association of Surgeons of South Africa (ASSA), as a proxy of its membership, gives credence to reports of the current healthcare crisis in the Eastern Cape. Multiple valid concerns have been raised by the frontline essential workers. The situation is dire, as surgeons report attempting to save lives in filthy and inhumane conditions.
Vacancy: Surgical Specialist – Edendale Hospital, Pietermaritzburg
Please view this post for details of a vacancy for a Medical Specialist Grade 1/2/3: Surgery Department at Edendale Hospital in Pietermaritzburg.