Dr Willem Strydom – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Brackenfell

Dr Willem Strydom – Orthopaedic Surgeon – Brackenfell

Dr Willem Strydom is an Orthopaedic Surgeon at Mediclinic Cape Gate Hospital and its Day Clinic in Brackenfell. Moreover, he brings over 25 years of specialist experience to each consultation. He earned his MBChB from the University of the Free State in 1998 and then completed his Fellowship in Orthopaedics (FC Orth (SA)) in 2005 . Subsequently, in 2008, he obtained a Fellowship in Paediatric Orthopaedics & Scoliosis Surgery at McGill University, Canada .

Consequently, Dr Strydom specialises in Spine Surgery, Paediatric Orthopaedics, and Paediatric Spinal Deformity, with a strong focus on complex corrective procedures and minimally invasive techniques . Furthermore, he regularly publishes on paediatric spinal outcomes and mentors registrar surgeons in advanced deformity correction. Meanwhile, his commitment to continuous learning keeps him at the forefront of evolving surgical technologies and protocols.

Services

Dr Strydom offers a comprehensive range of orthopaedic and spinal services, each delivered with precision and a patient-first approach:

• Spinal Fusion – fixation of unstable vertebrae using modern instrumentation for lasting stability

• Scoliosis Correction – adolescent and adult deformity correction via posterior and anterior approaches

• Minimally Invasive Spine Surgery – tubular retraction systems for decompression and discectomy with smaller incisions

• Kyphoplasty & Vertebroplasty – balloon-assisted or cement augmentation for osteoporotic and traumatic vertebral fractures

• Paediatric Spinal Deformity – growth-friendly techniques such as vertebral body tethering and guided-growth implants

• Complex Revision Spine Procedures – management of failed fusions, hardware removal, and re-instrumentation

• Spinal Tumour Resection – en bloc or intralesional tumour removal with neural monitoring

• Paediatric Trauma Management – open and closed reduction with internal fixation for limb and spinal injuries

• Orthopaedic Trauma Care – fixation of long-bone and peri-articular fractures using locking plates and intramedullary nails

• Paediatric Limb Deformity Correction – guided-growth and osteotomy procedures to restore alignment

• Growth Plate Preservation – physiologic reconstruction techniques in children to maintain skeletal growth

Each service utilises state-of-the-art imaging, navigation systems, and 3D-printed surgical guides to optimise outcomes and minimize recovery time.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Cape Gate features dedicated orthopaedic theatres equipped with computer-navigated planning stations and intraoperative imaging for real-time guidance. Moreover, Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) protocols support faster mobilization and shorter hospital stays.

A secure digital patient portal enables online appointment booking, postoperative exercise guides, and direct messaging with Dr Strydom’s team. Consequently, patients benefit from clear communication and reduced administrative delays.

Furthermore, each care plan is co-created with a multidisciplinary team—including neurosurgeons, physiotherapists, pain specialists, and dietitians—to ensure holistic recovery. Additionally, multilingual staff provide consultations in English, Afrikaans, and isiXhosa, fostering clear dialogue with families. Rigorous infection-control and safety protocols underpin every stage of care.

Dr Strydom’s patient-first philosophy emphasizes informed decision-making, compassionate support, and active family involvement. Therefore, schedule a consultation today to regain function and return to the activities you love with expert orthopaedic and spinal care.