Dr Sheri-Leigh Franks Brackenfell

Dr Sheri-Leigh Franks, Brackenfell

About

Dr. Sheri-Leigh Franks is an experienced obstetrician and gynaecologist based at Mediclinic Cape Gate, Brackenfell. Her passion for obstetrics and gynaecology was solidified during her internship, leading her to specialise in the field. Dr. Franks completed her MBChB at the University of Cape Town and her MMed at the University of Stellenbosch. With extensive training in hospitals such as Helen Joseph Hospital, Rahima Moosa Mother and Child Hospital, and Tygerberg Hospital, she is equipped with a wide-ranging skill set in both obstetrics and gynaecology.

Services

• Obstetric Care: Comprehensive care throughout pregnancy, including high-risk antenatal management and complex Caesarean sections.
• Gynaecological Care: Expertise in managing early pregnancy complications, hysteroscopy, laparoscopic sterilisation, and gynaecological malignancies.
• Obstetric Emergencies: Skilled management of obstetric emergencies, ensuring the safety and well-being of mother and baby.
• Women’s Health Education: Empowering women with the knowledge to make informed decisions about their health.
• Long-Term Health Focus: Providing care that positively impacts women’s long-term health, particularly during pregnancy.

Additional Information

Dr. Franks is dedicated to providing exceptional, comprehensive care to her patients, and is particularly passionate about the unique role an obstetrician-gynaecologist plays in empowering women. She views each pregnancy as an opportunity to influence women’s long-term health positively. Outside of her professional life, Dr. Franks is a family-oriented individual with interests in painting, travelling, and reading. She is excited to bring her experience and compassionate care to the women of Brackenfell and beyond.