Cancer Doctor - Dr S Ngidi

Empathy

Empathy is an essential skill that enables us to connect with our patients on a deeper, personal level. It involves understanding our patients' feelings, fears, concerns and aspirations

Communication

Conveying complex medical terminology and treatment procedures to our patients in a simple and clear mannerr

Diagnostic abilities

We are able to adeptly diagnose cancers using techniques such as imaging studies, biopsies and/or laboratory tests

Medical Advice

We offer best and healthy medical advice

About Us

Cancer Doctor provides world class oncology benefits, through an Oncology care programme which deals with the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of cancer, led by Dr S Ngidi.

Welcome to our clinic

Dr S Ngidi : MBChB(UKZN), FC RadOnc(SA), MMed(UKZN), CEDIR(IAIME), MBA (US)

Dr Sithembile Ngidi is a clinical radiation oncologist in private practice in Johannesburg. As an academic, a frontline worker with experience in both the private & public sector and a medical aid client she has a unique advantage of knowing all the different viewpoints of private healthcare. Her passion in advancing healthcare access and quality has led her to pursue the path of healthcare leadership and value-based care.

Area of interest and research

Prostate cancer

Radiation techniques

Brain tumours

Dr Sithembile Ngidi: MBCHB, FCRadOnc, Mmed, MBA, CEDIR (Practice no: 0675474) is a proud graduate of the University of Kwa Zulu Natal. She trained in Clinical and Radiation Oncology at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital and Addington Hospital and was awarded her fellowship by the College of Radiation Oncologists (CMSA). She received the MEC”s award of recognition and excellence when she became KZN’s first female black oncologist.

She has 15 years of experience in the healthcare industry as a practicing clinician but also as a healthcare leader, consultant, and advisor in the private healthcare space for various projects to improve access to oncology care. Providing academic, clinical governance, business strategy and technical support. She also holds the position of Clinical Oncology and Business Consultant and advisor to Impela Group Holdings.

She was an honorary lecturer for 2 years at the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal. She serves as a panellist and board member of the South African Oncology Consortium for the last 5 years

Starting The treatment journey

Cancer can be cured and or treated let us start the journey with you. A journey of fighting diets, treatments and more

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Educating disadvantaged communities

No one should feel embarassed about seeking health care.

No one should die of cancer.
Healthcare is not about individual
Let's take up the fight against cancer.

Our Services

Dr S Ngidi oncology services, we are all about quality care and high end equipment.

Breast Cancer

Treatment options are determined by the stage and type of breast cancer. It is critical that we first discuss all treatment options as well as possible side effects.

Palliative Care

Palliative care is specialized medical care for people living with a serious illness, such as cancer or heart failure.

Gastrointestinal Cancers

We specialize in all facets of gastrointestinal cancer care from diagnosis to treatment and recovery.

Brain Tumors Treatment

The brain stem is situated at the lower part of the brain and connects to the spinal cord

Gynaecological Cancers

Cervical cancer is a cancer arising from the cervix( mouth of the womb). It is due to the abnormal growth of cells that have the ability to invade or spread to other parts of the body.

Radiotherapy / Radiation

Dr Ngidi uses the following techniques to treat cancer; External Beam Radiotherapy - 3D Brachytherapy Stereotactic Radiosurgery Gamma Knife Radio-isotopes Rapid Arc/ VMAT IMRT

Frequently Asked Questions

X-ray imaging is perhaps the most commonly known form of diagnostic testing. Similar to visible light, x-rays use electromagnetic radiation, which contain wave-like forms of energy.

Computerized and digital x-ray equipment is utilized to produces a more detailed study of the body. X-rays are most commonly used for taking images of bones to examine injury or diagnose tumors, and are often used for visualization of the urinary and gastrointestinal systems.

A licensed technologist will perform the exam. A brief history will be obtained and you may be asked to put on a hospital gown and remove metal objects. How you are positioned depends on the type of x-ray being done. Several different x-ray views may be needed. You need to stay still when you are having an x-ray. Motion can cause blurry images. You may be asked to hold your breath or not move for a second or two when they image is being taken.

X-rays are monitored and regulated so you get the minimum amount of radiation exposure needed to produce the image. For most conventional x-rays, the risk of cancer or defects is very low. Most experts feel that benefits of appropriate x-ray imaging greatly outweigh any risks. Young children and babies in the womb are more sensitive to the risks of x-rays. Tell your health care provider if you think you might be pregnant.

In a very small portion of special cases only. In certain jobs, prolonged exposure to a few chemicals may cause certain rare kinds of cancers. Nowadays almost all of these substances have been identified and are regulated.

Dr S Ngidi's Team

Our team is waiting to take good care of you.

Dr S Ngidi

Clinical & Radiation Oncologist

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Location:

D-Block, Room D13
Lenmed Ahmed Kathrada Private hospital
K43 Highway Lenasia Extension 8 1820

Email:

reception@drsngidi.co.za

Call:

+27 87 087 8527 / +27 78 067 5504

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