Dr Ncumisa Mfundisi – Neurosurgeon – Morningside

Dr Ncumisa Mfundisi – Neurosurgeon – Morningside

Dr Ncumisa Mfundisi is a pioneering neurosurgeon at Intercare Sandton Day Hospital in Morningside. She earned her MBChB from Walter Sisulu University in 2009 and then completed her MMed in Paediatric Neurosurgery at the University of Pretoria in 2022, becoming the first black woman to do so in the institution’s history The Mail & Guardian. Early in her career, she served at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital, where she managed complex brain and spinal cases in both adults and children. Consequently, she developed expertise in seizure disorders, neuro‑oncology, and craniovertebral junction surgery.

Moreover, Dr Mfundisi pursued advanced fellowships in functional neurosurgery and minimally invasive spine techniques abroad. Therefore, she brings cutting‑edge methods—such as stereotactic radiosurgery and endoscopic third ventriculostomy—to her private practice. Importantly, she combines technical precision with genuine empathy. Thus, she guides families through every step of diagnosis and treatment, ensuring informed, shared decision‑making.

Services

Dr Mfundisi offers a comprehensive suite of neurosurgical services, each tailored to the unique needs of paediatric and adult patients:

• Comprehensive Neurological Assessment
  She performs detailed clinical evaluations, video‑electroencephalography (EEG), and neuropsychological testing to pinpoint neurological deficits early.

• Paediatric Epilepsy Surgery
  Using stereoelectroencephalography (SEEG), she localises seizure foci and performs lesionectomies or hemispherectomies, achieving seizure control in refractory cases.

• Brain Tumour Resection
  She utilises intraoperative neuronavigation, brain‑mapping, and ultrasonic aspirators to remove gliomas, medulloblastomas, and meningiomas with maximal safety.

• Spinal Deformity & Tumour Surgery
  She treats scoliosis, spinal cord tumours, and vertebral metastases via microsurgical decompression and stabilisation with titanium instrumentation.

• Functional Neurosurgery
  She offers deep brain stimulation (DBS) for movement disorders—such as Parkinson’s—and pain‑modulation implants, tailoring programming to patient response.

• Hydrocephalus Management
  She performs endoscopic third ventriculostomy (ETV) and ventriculoperitoneal shunt placement, using neuronavigation to optimise catheter positioning.

• Craniovertebral Junction Surgery
  She corrects Chiari malformation and atlantoaxial instability via posterior fossa decompression and instrumented fusion, restoring normal cerebrospinal fluid flow.

• Neurotrauma Care
  She leads acute interventions for traumatic brain injury, including decompressive craniectomy and intracranial pressure monitoring, within an integrated critical‑care pathway.

Each procedure takes place in laminar‑flow theatres equipped with high‑resolution surgical microscopes, intraoperative MRI, and neuromonitoring, thereby ensuring precision and safety.

Additional Information

Intercare Sandton Day Hospital provides a dedicated neurosurgery suite with on‑site CT and ultrasound imaging. Consequently, patients benefit from rapid diagnostics and seamless coordination between surgeons and anaesthetists. Furthermore, the centre offers tele‑consultations for postoperative follow‑up, which enhances access for busy families.

Dr Mfundisi leads monthly patient‑education seminars on topics such as epilepsy first‑aid, brain‑tumour warning signs, and spinal‑injury prevention. These interactive sessions empower caregivers with practical strategies and reduce treatment anxiety. Additionally, she participates in weekly multidisciplinary case conferences, collaborating with neurologists, oncologists, and rehabilitation specialists to design dynamic, evidence‑based care plans.

Importantly, Dr Mfundisi contributes to clinical research on paediatric neuro‑oncology and publishes in peer‑reviewed journals. Moreover, she mentors registrars through hands‑on microsurgical workshops and simulation‑based training. As a result, she helps shape the next generation of neurosurgeons in South Africa.

If you seek expert, compassionate neurosurgical care—supported by state‑of‑the‑art technology—schedule a consultation with Dr Ncumisa Mfundisi at Intercare Sandton Day Hospital today. Begin your path toward optimal neurological health in a supportive, world‑class environment.