Dr Asha Malan Vascular Surgeon – Westdene

Dr Asha Malan Vascular Surgeon, Westdene

Dr Asha Malan Vascular Surgeon, Westdene serves as a Specialist Vascular Surgeon at Mediclinic Bloemfontein, where she delivers advanced care to the central South African community. She graduated with an MBChB from the University of the Free State in 2008. Moreover, she completed her FCS (SA) fellowship in 2016 and earned a Certificate in Vascular Surgery in 2019. She then led the Division of Vascular Surgery at the University of the Free State until May 2024. In 2023, her outstanding contributions earned her promotion to Associate Professor.

Additionally, she chaired the 2023 Vascular Surgery Congress in Cape Town. She then made history as the first woman elected President‑elect of the Vascular Society of Southern Africa in its 40‑year existence. Furthermore, she performed South Africa’s first complex endovascular aortic repair in the state sector. She also trained internationally in the USA, Switzerland, Germany, and the Netherlands. Ultimately, she opened her private practice, BloemVascular, in June 2024 at Life Rosepark Hospital.

Services

• Complex aortic aneurysm management: She performs open and endovascular repairs with meticulous planning.

• Peripheral arterial disease treatment: She restores blood flow through angioplasty and stenting to improve limb health.

• Carotid artery disease & stroke prevention: She evaluates and treats carotid stenosis to reduce stroke risk.

• Varicose vein treatment: She performs sclerotherapy and endovenous laser ablation to relieve symptoms.

• Diabetic foot disease care: She provides wound management and preventive interventions for diabetic patients.

• Chronic venous insufficiency management: She conducts sclerotherapy and endovenous ablation to enhance venous circulation.

• Dialysis access surgery: She creates and maintains arteriovenous fistulas and grafts for hemodialysis access.

• Thrombectomy & thrombolysis: She removes blood clots via surgical and catheter‑directed techniques.

• Bypass grafting for critical limb ischemia: She performs autologous and synthetic grafts to restore arterial flow.

• Management of visceral & renal artery aneurysms: She applies tailored endovascular approaches for complex aneurysms.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Bloemfontein houses a state‑of‑the‑art hybrid operating theatre with real‑time imaging for precise interventions. Additionally, an advanced angiography suite enables detailed endovascular guidance. A dedicated vascular ultrasound lab and on‑site CT angiography support rapid, non‑invasive diagnostics. Moreover, the team uses 3D vessel navigation to optimize surgical planning and outcomes.

Dr Malan integrates her academic background into clinical practice to ensure evidence‑based treatments. She mentors junior surgeons and contributes to continuous professional development. Furthermore, her leadership within professional societies drives innovation and best practices. Therefore, patients receive care that reflects the latest guidelines and personalized attention.

Meanwhile, our multidisciplinary team collaborates closely with radiologists and interventional specialists for comprehensive care. Ultimately, we strive to exceed patient expectations through continuous quality improvements. Furthermore, we continuously review protocols to incorporate the latest research and best practices.

Patients seeking expert vascular care are encouraged to schedule a consultation at Mediclinic Bloemfontein. You can book through Mediclinic’s online portal or via a referral from your general practitioner.