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9,854 listed

General Practitioners in South Africa

On this page you will find 9,854 general practitioners listed across South Africa. Most practise in Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal and Western Cape. Of these, 76 are on a medical aid network, most often Bonitas Medical Fund, Flexicare (powered by Discovery) and Momentum Health4Me, and 2,158 carry a practice number you can quote when you claim.

Conditions they treat

  • Coughs, colds, flu and chest infections
  • High blood pressure and high cholesterol
  • Type 2 diabetes and other chronic conditions on the CDL
  • Skin rashes, infections and minor wounds
  • Back, joint and muscle pain
  • Stomach upsets, reflux and bowel changes
  • Anxiety, low mood and sleep problems
  • Childhood illness, immunisations and growth checks

Procedures and tests

  • General consultation and physical examination
  • Blood pressure, blood sugar and cholesterol testing
  • Blood tests, urine tests and swabs
  • Immunisations and travel vaccines
  • Wound care, stitching and minor procedures
  • Sick notes, medical certificates and referrals

When to see one

  • You feel unwell and are not sure what is wrong
  • You need a repeat prescription or a chronic medicine review
  • You want a general check-up or a medical for work, insurance or sport
  • You need a referral letter before seeing a specialist
  • A child has a fever, rash or persistent cough