Dr Sizwe Makhoba

Specialist Surgeon at Melomed
Tokai Hospital

Dr Sizwe Makhoba

Dr Makhoba is dedicated to providing his patients with treatment and care that exceeds their expectations. He believes that his patients’ experience matters as much as the reason for their appointment. Dr Makhoba tries to ensure that his patients are comfortable so that they don't hesitate to voice any concerns that they may have; whether it's about the procedure itself, the complications that may arise or post-procedure care.

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Services offered
Breast Surgery Melomed
Breast Surgery

There are many different breast conditions and diseases that cause infections, cysts or lumps. These abnormalities can be benign - meaning it's harmless, or malignant - meaning it can be infectious.

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Minimally Invasive Surgery Melomed
Minimally Invasive Surgery

Minimally Invasive Surgery is a form of surgery in which particular techniques are used to perform surgery that limits the size of incisions that are made.

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Endoscopic Procedures Melomed
Endoscopic Procedures

An endoscopic procedure is a procedure where specialised surgical instruments are used for the viewing and examination of vessels and internal organs of the body.

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Laparoscopy Melomed
Laprascopy

Laparoscopy is a minimally invasive diagnostic procedure that allows Dr Makhoba to examine the abdomen, along with the relative organs.

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Open Surgery Melomed
Open Surgery

An open surgery procedure involves making wide/long incisions to be able to view and examine a particular organ or vessel and help to diagnose or treat a condition related to that organ or vessel.

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Gastric Disease Management
Foods to avoid with Gastric conditions:
  • Spicy foods
  • Caffeine
  • Tomatoes and tomato-based products
  • Citrus foods
  • Chocolate
Foods that relieve gastric symptoms:
  • Vegetables
  • High fibre foods such as apples and carrots
  • Foods that contain probiotics, such as yoghurt
  • Low-fat foods such as chicken and fish
  • Plant-based oils
lifestyle changes that could assist in managing gastric diseases.
  • Quitting smoking
  • Avoiding alcohol
  • Don’t eat for 3 hours before going to bed
  • Taking antacids to lessen acid production
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