Dr Lize Viljoen – Anaesthesiologist – Cape Gate

Dr Lize Viljoen – Anaesthesiologist – Cape Gate

Dr Lize Viljoen is an Anaesthesiologist and senior partner at Cape Gate Anaesthesia, serving Mediclinic Cape Gate Hospital and its Day Clinic in Brackenfell. She grew up in Bloemfontein and earned her MBChB from the University of the Free State in 1999, subsequently completing her DA (SA) diploma in Anaesthesia in 2005. Moreover, she was awarded Fellowship of the College of Anaesthesiologists (FCA SA) in 2008, reflecting her dedication to advanced perioperative care Cape Gate Anaesthesia.

Since joining the Cape Gate Anaesthesia team in 2011, Dr Viljoen has blended rigorous academic training with hands-on experience in both elective and emergency settings. Consequently, she holds active registration with the Health Professions Council of South Africa and membership in the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists, ensuring that her practice remains aligned with evolving best practices. Outside the operating theatre, she volunteers at community sedation clinics, offering safe anaesthetic care to underserved patients. Meanwhile, she sustains her resilience through trail running and bird watching, pursuits that sharpen her focus and empathy under pressure.

Services

Dr Viljoen delivers a comprehensive spectrum of anaesthesia and perioperative services, each tailored for safety, comfort, and rapid recovery:

• Pre-operative Assessment – thorough review of medical history, physical examination, and risk stratification to optimise health before surgery.

• General Anaesthesia – modern inhalational and intravenous protocols that provide smooth induction, maintenance, and emergence for adult and paediatric patients alike.

• Regional Anaesthesia – ultrasound-guided spinal, epidural, and peripheral nerve blocks which target pain relief while preserving motor function.

• Conscious Sedation – intravenous midazolam- and fentanyl-based regimens for day-case procedures, endoscopy, and minor surgeries, enabling rapid recovery.

• Total Intravenous Anaesthesia (TIVA) – target-controlled infusions of propofol and remifentanil to minimise postoperative nausea and expedite discharge.

• Obstetric Anaesthesia – epidural, spinal, and combined spinal-epidural techniques for labour analgesia and Caesarean sections, prioritising both maternal and fetal safety.

• Paediatric Anaesthesia – age-appropriate dosing, specialised monitoring, and child-friendly protocols that reduce anxiety in young patients.

• ICU Sedation & Analgesia – ventilator-associated sedation, multimodal pain-management protocols, and sedation-weaning plans for critically ill patients.

• Advanced Airway Management – fibreoptic intubation, video laryngoscopy, and rapid-sequence induction for challenging airways.

• Perioperative Trans-oesophageal Echocardiography – real-time cardiac imaging to guide fluid and inotropic therapy during high-risk surgeries.

Each service leverages state-of-the-art anaesthesia machines, multimodal monitoring systems, and rigorous safety checks to deliver precise, personalised care.

Additional Information

Cape Gate Anaesthesia operates from purpose-built operating theatres and a dedicated day-case sedation suite within Mediclinic Cape Gate. Moreover, the practice adheres to Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols, which shorten hospital stays and accelerate rehabilitation.

A secure digital patient portal enables pre-admission instructions, appointment scheduling, and telehealth follow-ups. Consequently, patients benefit from streamlined communication, reduced anxiety, and continuity of care.

Furthermore, Dr Viljoen collaborates with a multidisciplinary team—including surgeons, critical-care specialists, physiotherapists, and dietitians—to co-create holistic perioperative plans. In addition, multilingual staff members communicate fluently in English, Afrikaans, and isiXhosa, ensuring clear explanations and cultural sensitivity. Rigorous infection-control and safety protocols underpin every step of care.

Therefore, schedule your anaesthesia consultation today to experience expert, compassionate perioperative support that prioritises your safety, comfort, and peace of mind.