Dr Zine Steenkamp – Radiation Oncologist – Erasmuskloof

Dr Zine Steenkamp – Radiation Oncologist – Erasmuskloof

Dr Zine Steenkamp is a Radiation Oncologist based in Erasmuskloof. She earned her MBChB from the University of the Free State in 2014 and, moreover, completed both her MMed (Rad Onc) and FC Rad Onc (SA) in 2023, each with distinction, at the Colleges of Medicine and the University of the Free State respectively Mediclinic. Early in her career, Dr Steenkamp honed her clinical skills in major academic centres, focusing on evidence-based cancer therapies.

At Mediclinic Kloof, she leads the radiation oncology team. Consequently, she oversees the planning and delivery of advanced radiotherapy treatments, ensuring every patient benefits from the latest protocols. Furthermore, she plays an active role in multidisciplinary tumour boards, collaborating closely with medical oncologists, surgeons, and radiologists. Therefore, each treatment plan reflects collective expertise and is tailored to unique patient needs. Ultimately, Dr Steenkamp combines technical precision with compassionate communication, so patients feel informed and supported throughout their care journey.

Services

Dr Steenkamp offers a comprehensive suite of radiation oncology services, each delivered with state-of-the-art technology:

• External Beam Radiotherapy (EBRT): Highly precise targeting using Image-Guided Radiation Therapy (IGRT) and Volumetric Modulated Arc Therapy (VMAT) to treat tumours while sparing healthy tissue.

• Stereotactic Body Radiotherapy (SBRT): High-dose, focused radiation for early-stage lung, liver, and spinal lesions, which often reduces the number of treatment sessions.

• Brachytherapy: Both low-dose and high-dose rate techniques for cervical, prostate, and gynaecological cancers, thereby delivering radiation from within the tumour site.

• Stereotactic Radiosurgery (SRS): Non-invasive, precision radiosurgery for brain metastases, vestibular schwannomas, and arteriovenous malformations, using a high-resolution linear accelerator.

• Palliative Radiotherapy: Symptom-relief treatments for bone pain, brain metastases, and superior vena cava syndrome, which improve quality of life.

• Radiation Planning & Dosimetry: Advanced CT and MRI simulation, fused imaging, and 3D treatment planning software ensure dosimetric accuracy.

• Adaptive Radiotherapy: Daily imaging adjustments to accommodate anatomical changes, thus maintaining precise dose delivery throughout a treatment course.

• Patient Education & Support: One-on-one sessions that explain treatment rationale, side-effect management, and follow-up schedules.

• Telehealth Follow-Ups: Secure video consultations for treatment reviews and late-effects monitoring.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Kloof features a dedicated linear-accelerator bunker, a high-field MRI scanner for treatment planning, and an integrated CT simulator, which together streamline the radiotherapy workflow Mediclinic. Moreover, on-site pathology and nuclear-medicine services enable rapid diagnostics and PET–CT fusion imaging, so treatment can commence without delay.

Dr Steenkamp contributes actively to clinical research in adaptive radiotherapy and has presented her findings at national oncology conferences. In addition, she publishes peer-reviewed studies on dose-escalation protocols for head and neck cancers. Furthermore, she mentors radiation-oncology registrars and medical physicists, thereby fostering the next generation of specialists.

Ultimately, patients benefit from a holistic continuum of care: a multidisciplinary team—including medical oncologists, surgical oncologists, dietitians, and social workers—oversees every phase, from diagnosis to survivorship. Therefore, whether you require curative-intent radiotherapy or palliative support, Dr Steenkamp’s expertise ensures personalized, evidence-based treatment. Schedule a consultation today to embark on your journey toward optimal cancer care.