Dr Jacques Rood – Specialist Physician/Internist – Brackenfell

Dr Jacques Rood – Specialist Physician/Internist – Brackenfell

Dr Jacques Wynand Rood – Specialist Physician/Internist – Brackenfell practices in Cape Gate. He earned his MBChB from the University of Stellenbosch in 2012, graduating with multiple distinctions—including the Welch Allyn Merit Award for outstanding performance in ENT. Moreover, he ranked in the Top 10 in Internal Medicine and accepted an invitation to specialise as a Physician at Stellenbosch University.

Subsequently, Dr Rood completed his internship (2013–2014) and community service (2015) at Potchefstroom Hospital, where he refined his acute-care and decision-making skills under high-pressure conditions. During community service, he passed his Part 1 Fellowship examination and obtained a Diploma in HIV Management (Dip HIV Man). Then, in 2016, he returned to Tygerberg Hospital as a Medical Officer, before completing a four-year Fellowship and earning his MMed (Internal Medicine) in 2021, all while serving through the four COVID-19 waves.

Dr Rood combines technical expertise with compassionate communication. Consequently, he leads multiple research projects––including first-author articles in the South African Medical Journal––and co-authors studies across various peer-reviewed journals . Furthermore, he promotes a healthy lifestyle, advocating balanced nutrition and regular exercise. Thus, his patients benefit from both his clinical insight and his commitment to holistic well-being.

Services

• Chronic Disease Management: personalised plans for hypertension, type 2 diabetes, and dyslipidaemia, incorporating lifestyle coaching and pharmacologic optimisation.

• Heart Failure Care: advanced therapies—including natriuretic peptide monitoring and echocardiography-guided adjustments—to improve cardiac function and quality of life.

• Osteoporosis & Metabolic Bone Disease: DEXA-guided diagnosis, bisphosphonate therapy, and fall-risk reduction strategies tailored to individual risk profiles.

• HIV Management: comprehensive antiretroviral initiation, viral-load monitoring, and comorbidity screening in accordance with national guidelines.

• Diagnostic Medicine: in-depth evaluation of fevers of unknown origin, anaemia, and autoimmune disorders, supported by digital workflows and evidence-based protocols.

• Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS): bedside cardiac, lung, and abdominal scans for rapid assessment of effusions, pneumothorax, and organomegaly.

• Electrolyte & Acid–Base Correction: targeted protocols for sodium, potassium, and acid–base imbalances to restore homeostasis swiftly.

• Infectious Disease Work-up: coordinated diagnostics for tuberculosis, endocarditis, and complex sepsis, utilising blood cultures and PCR panels.

• Ambulatory Monitoring: 24-hour blood pressure and Holter ECG studies to refine treatment in refractory or complex cases.

• Telemedicine Follow-Ups: virtual consultations for chronic-disease monitoring, ensuring continuity of care and convenience.

Each service deploys a fully digital workflow, which streamlines diagnostics and enhances treatment precision.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Cape Gate features modern investigation suites with integrated laboratory services, digital radiography, and real-time reporting drrood.co.za. Moreover, Dr Rood leads a multidisciplinary team of cardiologists, endocrinologists, dietitians, and physiotherapists. Consequently, patients receive cohesive, patient-centred care across all phases of their treatment journey.

He emphasises clear, empathetic communication, ensuring that each patient comprehends their diagnosis, treatment options, and expected outcomes. Furthermore, he adheres strictly to stringent infection-control and quality-assurance protocols, thereby maximising both safety and comfort. He also conducts personalised health-education workshops on heart-healthy diets and bone-strengthening exercise, empowering patients with practical self-management skills.

Outside clinical duties, Dr Rood mentors medical students and registrar physicians, sharing expertise in diagnostic reasoning and evidence-based practice. Moreover, he participates in regional guideline committees, thereby influencing best practices in internal medicine across Southern Africa. Consequently, his impact extends beyond his clinic to the wider medical community.

Schedule a consultation today to experience Dr Rood’s personalised, technology-driven approach and take the next step toward optimal health.