Our friendly practice manager.

Hanlie Kotze is our friendly practice manager. She is here to make your visit to our practice more pleasurable overall. She constantly puts patients at ease and makes them feel welcome with her charming smile and polite greeting. Hanlie also effectively manages administrative duties, such as making appointments and confirming insurance details, making sure that patients have a simple and hassle-free experience.

Here are some fun facts about Hanlie Kotze, her favourite:

Drink: Chai tea

Food: Braaivleis

Sport: Golf

Movie: Overcomer

Music: Into Dust by Mack Brock

Colour: Red

Number: 18

Book: Blessed Life

You will see why she is the cornerstone of our practice after you meet her. Hanlie is fond of people, beautiful things, gardening, and delicious cuisine. Her enthusiasm for creating a comfortable space goes beyond the confines of the office. Every patient feels like a valued member of our medical practice because of Hanlie's sincere care and attention to detail, which really sets our medical practice apart.

World Hepatitis Day 🌍🫁

Hepatitis affects millions of people worldwide, with many unaware of their infection. By raising awareness and increasing access to healthcare services, we can work towards eliminating this preventable disease.

Hepatitis claims more than a million lives each year, despite the fact that it is preventable and treatable. Hepatitis B is a "silent epidemic" because most people do not have symptoms when they are newly infected or chronically infected.

Thus, they can unknowingly spread the virus to others and continue the silent spread of hepatitis B. For people who are chronically infected but don’t have any symptoms, their liver is still being silently damaged, which can develop into serious liver disease such as cirrhosis or liver cancer.

Hepatitis B is transmitted through direct contact with infected blood or certain bodily fluids. The virus is most commonly transmitted from an infected pregnant woman to their baby during childbirth due to the blood exchange that happens between mother and baby. It is also transmitted through unsterile medical or dental equipment, unprotected sex, or unsterile needles, or by sharing personal items such as razors, toothbrushes, nail clippers, or body jewellery.

The good news is that hepatitis B is preventable and treatable. Contact us today for a consultation on any of the following options with regards to hepatitis:

• A simple blood test to diagnose a hepatitis B infection. Testing is the only way to know for sure if you are infected.

• A safe vaccine to prevent hepatitis B.

• Effective drug therapies that can manage a chronic hepatitis B infection.

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Visit our beautiful website for more details about Steiltes Family Doctor, we offer a wide range of services including routine check-ups, vaccinations, chronic disease management, and minor surgical procedures. Our experienced team of doctors are dedicated to providing personalised and comprehensive care for patients of all ages. On our blog page we will be sharing practice information, contact details, trading hours, health tips, medical information, and inspiration.

Our blog page serves as a valuable resource for our patients and the community, providing them with the latest updates in healthcare, wellness advice, and expert insights from our team of medical professionals. Stay tuned for regular updates and engaging content that will empower you to make informed decisions about your health.