Dr Ria J Bester Radiologist Bellville

Dr Ria J Bester – Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Bellville

About Dr Ria Bester

Dr Ria Bester is a skilled nuclear medicine specialist based in Bellville, Cape Town. She has dedicated herself to advancing the field of nuclear medicine, providing her patients with comprehensive diagnostic imaging services. Dr Bester’s focus is on accurate, timely assessments using state-of-the-art technology to diagnose a range of conditions. Her practice includes services for conditions in oncology, thyroid diseases, renal issues, and infections.

Dr Bester earned her medical degree from the University of Stellenbosch in 1984. After completing her initial training, she further specialised in nuclear medicine. She obtained a B.Sc (Hons) in 1988 and a Master’s degree in Nuclear Medicine in 1993, followed by an M Med in Nuclear Medicine in 1999. Dr Bester opened her private practice in 2000 at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt and expanded to a second practice in 2008 at the Oncology and Neuro-Interventional Centre in Goodwood.

Services Provided

Dr Bester offers a wide range of diagnostic services, providing crucial insights into various medical conditions. These services include:

Skeletal Scans

Dr Bester offers skeletal scans that assess bone health, detecting fractures, infections, and metabolic bone disorders.

Infection Imaging

Nuclear medicine allows Dr Bester to image infections within the body. These advanced imaging techniques help identify infections in hard-to-reach areas.

Thyroid Scans

Dr Bester provides thyroid scans to diagnose thyroid conditions like cancer and hyperthyroidism. She offers I-131 therapy to treat overactive thyroids, helping patients manage their condition.

Milk Scans (Gastro-oesophageal Reflux)

For young children with reflux-related issues, Dr Bester conducts milk scans. These scans evaluate gastro-oesophageal reflux and help guide treatment decisions.

Hepato-Biliary Scans

These scans help diagnose disorders of the liver, gallbladder, and bile ducts, such as gallstones and liver diseases.

Renal Scans and Renograms

Dr Bester offers renal scans to evaluate kidney function, diagnosing conditions like infections, artery stenosis, and renal cancer.

Tumour Imaging

Using advanced techniques like neuroendocrine scanning, Dr Bester detects tumours and provides essential diagnostic information for cancer patients.

Lung and Cardiac Scans

Dr Bester performs lung and cardiac scans to diagnose respiratory and cardiac conditions that are difficult to detect through conventional methods.

Sentinel Node Scans

For patients with breast cancer or melanoma, Dr Bester conducts sentinel node scans to assess lymph node involvement and determine cancer spread.

Additional Information

Dr Bester uses advanced equipment in her practice. The Louis Leipoldt practice features a GE SPECT/CT 4-slice Discovery Optima 640 and a GE Infinia Hawkeye SPECT/CT gamma camera. These tools provide high-quality images for accurate diagnosis. The N1 City practice is also equipped with the GE Infinia Hawkeye SPECT/CT 4-slice gamma camera.

Her team includes experienced radiographers, such as Stephanie Nieuwoudt, Blanche Theron-Scheepers, and Lyle Michaels. Receptionist Anlé van Heerden at the Louis Leipoldt practice is available to assist with appointments and any administrative matters, ensuring a smooth experience for patients.

Dr Bester is committed to providing top-quality service to her patients. She is always happy to answer questions about nuclear medicine and explain any aspects of the diagnostic process. For more information or to schedule an appointment, please get in touch with her practice directly.