Gastroenterologist in Cape Town
Patient-focused GI treatments and procedures in Cape Town
Gi Doc Capetown is a practice founded to provide medical solutions in the area of gastroenterology.
Over the years, Dr Eduan Deetlefs has earned the reputation of a trusted health expert providing consultative, diagnostic, and therapeutic endoscopic and related services to patients in
Cape Town and beyond.
In Private Practice Since 2012
Multi-Locations
Satisfied Patients
Meet Dr Eduan Deetlefs
Dr Eduan Deetlefs did his basic training at the University of Pretoria before specialising as a physician and subsequently a specialist gastroenterologist at the University of Cape Town and Groote Schuur Hospital.
He has been in private practice for close to 10 years and practices from Mediclinic Milnerton.
He has admitting rights and performs endoscopies at both Mediclinic Milnerton and Life Vincent Pallotti Hospitals.
Dr Eduan sees the whole spectrum of gastrointestinal and liver-related diseases with a special interest in inflammatory bowel disease and anaemia caused by obscure intestinal bleeding. He performs numerous procedures including diagnostic and therapeutic gastroscopies and colonoscopies.
Dr Eduan has a wealth of up to date knowledge in the management of inflammatory bowel disease and in addition he has a trial centre, Spoke Research Inc, that specialises in biological trials for inflammatory bowel disease.
About My Practice
Dr Deetlefs has admitting rights and performs endoscopies at both Mediclinic Milnerton and Life Vincent Pallotti Hospitals.
Services include consultations for gastrointestinal and liver related diseases with a specific interest in inflammatory bowel disease and iron deficiency anaemia caused by obscure gastrointestinal bleeding.
He furthermore performs numerous more specialised procedures such as capsule endoscopy, double-balloon enteroscopy, ERCP and various interventional procedures including polypectomies for large polyps, haemostasis of bleeding lesions, ablation of Barrett’s oesophagus and placement of feeding tubes (PEG).
Gastroenterology Treatments & Procedures
Gastroscopy
A gastroscopy also known as endoscopy is a procedure enables doctors to see inside the digestive tract with an endoscope inserted through the mouth to examine the stomach, and duodenum.
Double-Balloon Enteroscopy
Double-balloon enteroscopy is an endoscopic technique for visualization of the small bowel. It is an endoscopic technique that allows for the entire gastrointestinal tract to be visualized in real time.
Colonoscopy
Colonoscopy is a procedure that enables doctors to examine the colon for inflamed tissues, abnormal growths, ulcers using a long flexible tube with a camera inserted through the rectum.
Capsule Endoscopy
Capsule endoscopy procedure is a powerful diagnostic tool that helps examine the digestive tract using a tiny camera contained in a capsule, which is swallowed by the patient.
ERCP
ERCP is a technique that uses endoscopy and X-rays to diagnose and treat problems of the bile ducts and main pancreatic duct, like gallstones, infections, tumors, and cancers.
Polypectomy
Polypectomy procedure is used by doctors to remove polyps from the inner linings of the large intestine/the colon. It is usually performed during colonoscopy or sigmoidoscopy.
Patient Education
When Is It Time to See a Gastroenterologist?
Routine gastrointestinal check-ups play a critical role in protecting your digestive health. Many GI conditions, such as acid reflux, ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease, or even colorectal cancer, may begin with subtle or no symptoms at all. Regular visits to a gastroenterologist allow for early detection, timely treatment, and better long-term outcomes.
The Importance of Routine GI Check-Ups
Many GI conditions, such as acid reflux, ulcers, inflammatory bowel disease, or even colorectal cancer, may begin with subtle or no symptoms at all. Regular visits to a gastroenterologist allow for early detection, timely treatment, and better long-term outcomes. By staying proactive with screenings and check-ups, you not only safeguard your digestive system but also support your overall health and well-being.
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Contact Dr Deetlefs
Monday – Friday: 8 AM to 4 PM
Dr Eduan Deetlefs Inc
The Park Building, (opp, Vincent Pallotti Hospital)
Suite 304, 3rd Floor,
Park Road
Pinelands
7405
Tel: 021 202 0626
Email: info @ gidoc.co.za
Vincent Pallotti Office hours:
8am to 3pm, Monday-Thursday
Fridays: Procedure day – in rooms scope facility 7am to 4pm
GIDoc Cape Town
Patient-focused GI treatments and procedures in Cape Town.
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