About
Neresa Govender is a qualified Occupational Therapist with extensive experience in medical assessing of claimants, particularly post-accident, disability, or illness. She holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Occupational Therapy from the University of Limpopo (formerly known as Medunsa) and has acquired additional qualifications to maintain exceptional standards in her field.
Services
Neresa Govender offers a range of specialised services tailored to meet the needs of her clients:
- Medico-Legal Assessments:
- Assessments and reports for Road Accident Fund (RAF), Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA), and other claims
- Provision of expert opinions for plaintiff and defence work
- Medical Negligence Assessments:
- Assessments and medico-legal reports for negligence claims
- Expert opinion on different forms of damages
- Personal Injury Evaluations:
- Evaluations for claims related to injuries from various incidents, including slip and falls
- Functional Capacity Evaluation (FCE):
- Evaluations for insurance purposes
- Expert reports for assessments after disability, illness, or injuries
- Work ability and return to work reports
Additional Information
- Qualifications and Memberships: Registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), Board of Health Care Funders (BHF), Occupational Therapy Association of South Africa (OTASA), and Medical Protection Society (MPS). Member of the South African Medico-Legal Association (SAMLA).
- Professional Experience: Over 12 years as a Senior Medical Claims Assessor/Disability Consultant for major insurance companies, excelling in medical claim assessments and determining pay-outs. Extensive experience in Medico-Legal assessments since 2017, providing comprehensive client assessments and detailed reports.
Neresa Govender brings a wealth of expertise and professionalism to her practice, ensuring thorough assessments and expert opinions for various medical and legal contexts.
