Dr Johannes van Waart – Gynaecologist – Stellenbosch

Dr Johannes van Waart – Gynaecologist – Stellenbosch

Dr Johannes van Waart is a highly respected obstetrician & gynaecologist and fertility specialist practising in Stellenbosch. He earned his MBChB from Stellenbosch University in 1994, and in 2001, he completed both the FCOG (SA) through the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa and his MMed (O&G) at Stellenbosch University. Shortly thereafter, he founded Wijnland Fertility in 2001, dedicating his career to reproductive medicine and personalised patient care.

Moreover, Dr van Waart pursued a post-specialist fellowship in Reproductive Biology and Menopause under internationally renowned mentors in 2004. Then, in 2007, he completed advanced laparoscopic surgery training in France, which sharpened his minimally invasive technique proficiency. Consequently, he blends surgical expertise with a warm, biopsychosocial approach that addresses physical, emotional, and social aspects of fertility treatment.

Currently, he leads the multidisciplinary team at Wijnland Fertility Clinic, located opposite Mediclinic Stellenbosch. There, he collaborates with embryologists, sonographers, genetic counsellors, and nursing specialists. As a result, patients benefit from coordinated care and state‑of‑the‑art laboratory equipment—such as the EmbryoScope™—which enhances embryo development monitoring and overall success rates.

Services

Dr van Waart offers a comprehensive range of reproductive medicine services, each designed to meet the unique needs of individuals and couples:

• Infertility Evaluation & Treatment
  He conducts detailed hormonal assays, 3D transvaginal ultrasound, and semen analysis. Thereafter, he crafts individualised plans, ranging from ovulation induction to in vitro fertilisation (IVF) with or without intracytoplasmic sperm injection (ICSI).

• Donor Sperm & Egg (Oocyte) Donation
  He facilitates donor matching and oversees both sperm and egg donation cycles, ensuring ethical standards and donor anonymity.

• Embryo & Oocyte Banking
  He provides elective and emergency fertility preservation services, utilising the latest vitrification protocols for high survival rates upon thaw.

• Emergency IVF & Testicular Sperm Extraction
  He coordinates rapid-response IVF cycles and performs testicular sperm extraction (TESE) or testicular tissue cryopreservation for patients facing urgent fertility threats.

• Reproductive Endocrinology
  He manages polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), luteal phase defects, and menopausal hormone therapies, integrating lifestyle interventions and targeted pharmacotherapy.

• Contraception & Menopause Counselling
  He advises on IUDs, hormonal implants, and non‑hormonal options. Additionally, he supports women through perimenopause and menopause, combining medical and lifestyle strategies.

• Gynaecological Endoscopy
  He performs diagnostic and operative laparoscopy and hysteroscopy for fibroids, endometriosis, and uterine anomalies, using high‑definition imaging to optimise outcomes.

Each service takes place in clinic suites equipped with digital ultrasound, on‑site embryology labs, and a patient‑friendly waiting area. Furthermore, Dr van Waart ensures that every procedure includes pre‑ and post‑cycle counselling to address emotional well‑being.

Additional Information

Dr van Waart is a past president of the South African Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (SASOG) and a board member of the South African Menopause Society (SAMS). Consequently, he helps shape national guidelines on fertility and women’s health. In addition, he holds a North American Menopause Society certification, reflecting his international standard of care.

Moreover, he regularly publishes research on embryo culture and ovarian reserve testing, and he presents at both national and global conferences. As a result, his practice remains at the forefront of reproductive innovations. He also leads monthly patient education workshops on fertility awareness, lifestyle optimisation, and new treatment modalities, thereby empowering individuals with knowledge.

By combining cutting‑edge technology, rigorous ethical standards, and a patient‑centred ethos, Dr Johannes van Waart ensures that everyone receives comprehensive, compassionate fertility care. Schedule a consultation with Dr van Waart to explore personalised pathways toward parenthood.