Dr Joubert Slabber – Anaesthesiologist – Brackenfell

Dr Joubert Slabber – Anaesthesiologist – Brackenfell

Dr Joubert Slabber is a board-certified Anaesthesiologist and seasoned anaesthesia specialist practising at Mediclinic Cape Gate Hospital and its Day Clinic in Brackenfell . He completed his MBChB at the University of Pretoria in 2001 before undertaking his internship in Scotland. Consequently, he returned to South Africa and began his anaesthesia career in 2004 .

Furthermore, Dr Slabber pursued specialist training at the University of Stellenbosch, where he earned his MMed (Anaesthesiology) in 2009. Moreover, he was admitted as a Fellow of the College of Anaesthesiologists (FCA SA) in 2008 Cape Gate Anaesthesia. He remains committed to continuous professional development. Meanwhile, he holds active registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa and membership in the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists.

Outside of theatre, Dr Slabber enjoys trail running and bird watching, pursuits that sharpen his focus and resilience. Also, he volunteers in community health outreach, providing sedation and pain-management expertise to underserved patients. His patient-centred philosophy emphasises safety, comfort, and clear communication at every stage.

Services

Dr Slabber offers a comprehensive spectrum of anaesthesia and perioperative services, each delivered with precision:

• Pre-operative Assessment – detailed evaluation of medical history and risk stratification

• General Anaesthesia – modern inhalational and intravenous techniques for all age groups

• Regional Anaesthesia – spinal, epidural, and peripheral nerve blocks under ultrasound guidance

• Sedation Services – conscious and deep sedation for day-case procedures and endoscopy

• Pain Management – acute and chronic pain protocols, including PCA (patient-controlled analgesia)

• Obstetric Anaesthesia – epidural, spinal, and combined techniques for labour and Caesarean section

• Paediatric Anaesthesia – tailored dosages and equipment for infants, children, and adolescents

• Cardiothoracic Anaesthesia – cardiopulmonary bypass management and advanced hemodynamic monitoring

• Neuro-anaesthesia – intracranial pressure control and cerebral perfusion strategies

• Total Intravenous Anaesthesia (TIVA) – target-controlled infusions for rapid recovery

• Airway Management – advanced techniques including fiberoptic intubation and video laryngoscopy

• Perioperative Trans-oesophageal Echocardiography – real-time cardiac function assessment

Each service leverages state-of-the-art anaesthesia machines, ultrasound for nerve localization, and rigorous safety checks.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Cape Gate features dedicated operating theatres equipped with modern ventilators, multimodal monitoring systems, and a day-case sedation unit. Furthermore, enhanced-recovery-after-surgery (ERAS) protocols facilitate faster patient discharge.

A secure digital patient portal provides pre-admission instructions, appointment scheduling, and direct messaging with the anaesthesia team. Consequently, patients benefit from streamlined communication and reduced anxiety.

Moreover, Dr Slabber works within a multidisciplinary perioperative group comprising surgeons, critical-care specialists, and physiotherapists. In addition, multilingual staff communicate in English, Afrikaans, and isiXhosa, ensuring clear explanations. Rigorous infection-control and safety protocols underpin every procedure.

Therefore, whether you face a major operation or require painless sedation, Dr Slabber’s patient-first approach ensures expert, compassionate anaesthesia care. Schedule your perioperative consultation today to experience personalised service and optimal comfort.