Dr André van Straten ENT Specialist Cape Gate

Dr André van Straten ENT Specialist Cape Gate

Dr André van Straten ENT Specialist Cape Gate provides expert care for conditions affecting your ears, nose, and throat. He is a skilled otorhinolaryngologist who also treats head and neck disorders. His focus is helping patients regain senses such as hearing, smell, and taste, improving voice clarity, or restoring the ability to sing.

About Dr André van Straten

Dr André van Straten earned his medical degree at the University of Pretoria. He completed his internship and community service at Frere Hospital in East London, where he discovered his passion for ENT surgery. After gaining experience in general surgery, he moved to the Western Cape to obtain his specialist qualification at the University of Stellenbosch.

He actively attends local and international conferences to stay updated on modern treatments and surgical techniques. Dr van Straten tailors care to the individual needs of each patient and believes a trusting relationship with patients and their families is essential for optimal results.

Conditions Managed by Dr André van Straten ENT Specialist Cape Gate

Dr van Straten treats a wide range of conditions, including:

Voice & Swallowing Issues:

• Hoarse voice, dysphonia, and vocal cord polyps

• Chronic or recurrent sore throat and laryngitis

• Swallowing disorders and foreign body sensation

• Treatment for singers’ nodules

Nose & Sinus Problems:

• Sinusitis, allergies, and hay fever

• Nosebleeds, blocked or runny nose

• Loss of smell, nasal polyps, and nasal fractures

• Deviated septum, post-nasal drip, and snoring/obstructive sleep apnoea

Ear Complaints:

• Ear infections, ear pain, and hearing loss

• Tinnitus, dizziness, vertigo, and balance issues

• Swimmer’s ear, surfer’s ear/exostosis, and glue ear

• Perforated eardrum, cholesteatoma, otosclerosis, and wax blockage

Pediatric ENT Care:

• Recurrent tonsillitis and sore throat

• Snoring and tonsil/adenoid enlargement

• Allergies, glue ear, and ear infections

• Hearing concerns, poor speech development, tongue-tie, nosebleeds

Consultation and Treatment Approach

Patients start with a thorough history and ear, nose, and throat examination. For certain symptoms, Dr van Straten may use a fibre-optic camera to examine the nose, sinus, throat, or ears. Additional tests may include audiology assessments, blood tests, or imaging. Follow-up visits are scheduled as needed to ensure the best results.

Locations and Facilities

Dr van Straten sees patients at:

Cape Gate Consulting Rooms:
48 Tanner Street, Windsor Park, Cape Gate 7560
Parking available nearby and behind the building

Paarl Consultation Rooms:
2nd floor, CureDay Hospital, 10 Skool Street Northern Paarl 7646
Basement parking with direct lift and stair access

Patient Experience

Dr van Straten emphasizes compassionate care. Many patients highlight his professionalism, expertise, and spiritual support during consultations and surgery. His team ensures a welcoming and safe environment, helping patients feel comfortable and informed throughout their treatment journey.