Dr Justus Apffelstaedt Surgeon (General Surgeon) – Bellville

Dr Justus Apffelstaedt Surgeon (General Surgeon), Bellville

Dr Justus Apffelstaedt Surgeon (General Surgeon), Bellville is a distinguished General Surgeon with a specialized focus on breast, thyroid, and parathyroid health management. He earned his medical degree in Germany in 1985, followed by a Master of Medicine in Surgery from the University of Stellenbosch in 1992. In 1993, he achieved the Fellowship of the College of Surgeons of South Africa. As the founding member of Apffelstaedt, Hoosain & Associates, he has dedicated his career to offering comprehensive diagnostic and surgical care with a strong emphasis on patient education and comfort.

Dr. Apffelstaedt currently practices at Mediclinic Louis Leipoldt in Bellville, Cape Town. This clinic is a key hub for his patient care services, offering access to advanced surgical technology and multidisciplinary support.

He has published over 50 peer-reviewed articles and presented more than 150 scientific papers at national and international conferences. He also served as the first chairman of the Breast Interest Group of Southern Africa (BIGOSA) and is a founding member of Breast Surgery International (BSI). His training includes an international surgical oncology fellowship at the Roswell Park Cancer Institute in the United States.

Services

At Apffelstaedt, Hoosain & Associates, Dr. Apffelstaedt delivers a wide range of services with clinical precision and compassionate care:

Breast Health Services

• Clinical Examinations for abnormalities or pain

• 3D Mammography & Ultrasound for accurate screening

• Breast Cancer Risk Assessments to guide preventive strategies

• Diagnosis and Treatment of both benign and malignant breast conditions

• Male Breast Cancer Management

• Independent Second Opinions for confidence in care

Thyroid Health Services

• Evaluation of Thyroid Nodules and gland enlargement

• Thyroid Cancer Risk Assessments for hereditary concerns

• Surgical Interventions for thyroid disorders

• Multidisciplinary Clinic Access for complete care

• Second Opinions for treatment clarity

Parathyroid Health Services

• Parathyroid Examinations and imaging

• Ultrasound Scans

• Surgical Solutions for hyperparathyroidism

Genetic Counselling & Testing

• Risk Profiling for hereditary cancers

• Guided Counselling for patients and families

Screening Services

• Endoscopic Screenings for internal diagnostics

• Cervical Screenings for early detection

Additional Information

Dr. Apffelstaedt values clarity and empowers patients through education. He takes time to explain each condition and procedure, allowing for truly informed decision-making. Moreover, he supports recovery-focused outreach, including initiatives like the Reach for Recovery Ditto Project, which helps patients regain confidence after breast surgery.

He frequently lectures across South Africa and Namibia to raise awareness on breast and thyroid conditions. With every consultation, he combines surgical precision, empathy, and decades of experience to deliver truly patient-centered care.

Choose Dr. Justus Apffelstaedt at Apffelstaedt, Hoosain & Associates—where trusted surgical care meets expert, focused diagnostics.