Dr Nico Steyn Anaesthesiologist – Westdene

Dr Nico Steyn Anaesthesiologist, Westdene

Dr Nico Steyn practices as an Anaesthesiologist in Westdene at Mediclinic Bloemfontein. He earned his MBChB from the University of Pretoria in 1980. Moreover, he completed his MMed in Anaesthesiology at the University of the Free State in 1987. After his internship at Universitas Academic Hospital, he served his community service at Mangaung District Hospital. Furthermore, he worked as a registrar at Universitas Academic Hospital, refining his skills in interventional pain management. He has practiced at Mediclinic Bloemfontein since it opened in July 1990. The hospital stands as the largest private facility in the Mediclinic group. Additionally, he specializes in general anesthesia, regional nerve blocks, and perioperative pain management. He trained in pediatric anesthesia at leading children’s hospitals and developed expertise in obstetric anesthesia. He also contributed to the hospital’s anesthesia training program and served on the patient safety committee. Patients value his calm demeanor, clear communication, and patient‑centred approach. Consequently, he eases preoperative anxiety and builds trust. He mentors junior doctors through hands‑on workshops, simulation training, and case reviews. Next, he leads quality‑improvement initiatives to optimize patient safety and comfort. Additionally, he participates in national conferences on ultrasound‑guided regional anesthesia. He contributes to professional guidelines through peer‑reviewed publications on multimodal analgesia protocols.

Services

• General Anesthesia: Provides safe, tailored sedation for major surgical procedures.

• Regional Anesthesia: Additionally, utilizes ultrasound‑guided nerve blocks for targeted pain relief.

• Pediatric Anesthesia: Delivers specialized care for infants and children undergoing procedures.

• Obstetric Anesthesia: Moreover, manages labor analgesia with epidural and spinal techniques.

• Perioperative Pain Management: Employs multimodal protocols to minimize opioid use.

• Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS): Implements strategies to speed patient recovery.

• Critical Care Support: Furthermore, collaborates in ICU for ventilator management and sedation.

• Sedation for Diagnostic Procedures: Provides conscious sedation for endoscopic and radiology studies.

• Difficult Airway Management: Also, prepares and handles complex airway cases with advanced tools.

• Preoperative Assessment Clinics: Conducts thorough evaluations to optimize patient readiness.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Bloemfontein features state‑of‑the‑art anesthesia workstations in every operating theatre. Moreover, the department uses advanced patient monitoring systems for real‑time vital‑sign tracking. The facility maintains portable ultrasound machines for regional blocks at the bedside. Additionally, video laryngoscopes and difficult airway carts support complex cases. A dedicated pain management clinic offers postoperative and chronic pain care. Furthermore, integrated digital anesthesia records streamline data sharing across care teams. The post‑anesthesia care unit features comfortable recovery suites and continuous monitoring. Patients benefit from personalized preoperative education sessions and telemedicine consultations. Meanwhile, sedation services for MRI and CT scans enhance patient comfort. The multidisciplinary team includes anesthetists, critical care nurses, and pain specialists. Consequently, patients experience cohesive care throughout their hospital stay. Additionally, the department offers 24/7 on‑call anesthesia support for emergencies. The in‑hospital simulation lab enables team training in crisis management and airway drills. Moreover, the team collaborates with surgical specialties to coordinate perioperative plans. The hospital’s electronic medical records system ensures seamless coordination across departments. Patients can access health education materials and recovery guides online. Furthermore, extended hours accommodate urgent cases and enhance patient convenience. Finally, schedule your anesthesia consultation through the patient portal or via your referring physician today to experience personalized, compassionate care under Dr Nico Steyn’s expertise.