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Dr Handri Els – General Medical Practitioner – Equestria

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Dr Handri Els – General Medical Practitioner – Equestria

Dr. Handri Els practices exclusively as a General Medical Practitioner at Intercare Silver Lakes in Equestria. He earned his MBChB from the University of Pretoria and completed his internship at Tembisa Hospital, where he laid a strong clinical foundation. Early in his medical career, he served in the South African National Defence Force and at the Philadelphia Mission Hospital in KwaNdebele, gaining vital experience in remote and high-demand healthcare settings. He later progressed to the role of Senior Medical Officer, rotating through departments such as gynaecology, orthopaedics, surgery, and anaesthetics at Tembisa Hospital, before continuing into private general practice at Medicross Pretoria.

Dr. Els brings decades of practical medical knowledge to the consultation room. He integrates a special interest in surgery, family medicine, and geriatrics into his work, consistently prioritising patient comfort and clinical precision. He communicates clearly and empathetically during every consultation, ensuring patients fully understand their conditions and treatment plans. Outside of medicine, he is a keen golfer and enjoys spending time with his grandchildren—reflecting a well-rounded, family-oriented approach to life and care.


Services

At Intercare Silver Lakes, Dr. Els delivers a wide range of medical services supported by modern facilities:

  • General Medical Consultations
    Comprehensive care for both acute and chronic health conditions, with tailored treatment plans based on individual needs.

  • Minor Surgical Procedures
    In-room procedures including wound suturing, skin biopsies, and abscess drainages performed under local anaesthesia for maximum safety and efficiency.

  • Geriatric Care
    Focused long-term management of age-related conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, arthritis, and cognitive decline.

  • Family Medicine
    Lifespan-based care that integrates preventive, acute, and chronic management strategies for all family members.

  • Preventive Health Screenings
    Regular Discovery Vitality wellness checks including cholesterol, glucose, and cardiovascular risk assessments.

  • Immunisations & Vaccinations
    Administration of age-specific vaccines with digital tracking for compliance and recall.

  • Mental Health Screening
    Basic psychiatric evaluations as part of routine visits, with referrals to on-site counsellors when needed.


Additional Information

Intercare Silver Lakes features state-of-the-art digital radiology by Radiology24 and on-site pathology services provided by Lancet Laboratories. These tools allow Dr. Els to receive real-time diagnostic feedback, which means patients benefit from faster and more accurate clinical decisions.

The clinic is cashless and works with all major medical schemes. It also offers extended operating hours on weekdays and weekends to accommodate patients with demanding schedules. On-site physiotherapists and dietitians support Dr. Els’s holistic treatment approach, especially for chronic care and post-procedural recovery.

His patient-first mindset is reflected in his contributions to clinic-wide quality initiatives and mentorship of younger medical professionals. For reliable, compassionate general medical care in Equestria, schedule a consultation today with Dr. Handri Els at Intercare Silver Lakes.

Dr Handri Els - General Medical Practitioner - Equestria

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