Prof MC van Aardt – Obstetrician & Gynaecologist – Erasmuskloof

Prof MC van Aardt – Obstetrician & Gynaecologist – Erasmuskloof

Dr MC van Aardt is an Obstetrician & Gynaecologist (Gynae Oncology) based in Erasmuskloof. She earned her MBChB from the University of Pretoria in 2004 and subsequently completed an MMed (O&G) and FCOG (SA) in 2012, affirming her specialist credentials Mediclinic. Moreover, she attained a Certificate in Gynaecological Oncology (SA) in 2016, which equips her to lead complex cancer care within women’s health.

At Mediclinic Kloof, Prof van Aardt heads the Gynaecological Oncology service. Consequently, she manages both routine obstetric and advanced oncology cases with equal expertise. Furthermore, she collaborates closely with uro-gynaecologists, radiologists, and medical oncologists to deliver seamless, multidisciplinary treatment. Ultimately, each patient benefits from her evidence-based protocols and compassionate support.

Services

Prof van Aardt offers a comprehensive suite of obstetric, gynaecological, and oncology services, each tailored to individual needs:

• Gynaecological Oncology: Diagnosis and surgical management of ovarian, uterine, and cervical cancers, coordinated via a dedicated tumour board.

• Robotic-Assisted Surgery: Precision procedures using state-of-the-art robotic platforms, which reduce tissue trauma and accelerate recovery.

• Laparoscopic Surgery: Minimally invasive keyhole techniques for hysterectomy, endometriosis excision, and fibroid removal, guided by high-definition imaging.

• Uro-Gynaecology: Treatment of pelvic organ prolapse, stress urinary incontinence, and complex bladder dysfunction, including tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) insertion.

• General Obstetric Care: Personalized antenatal programmes, high-risk pregnancy management, and Caesarean section planning in private birth suites.

• Minimally Invasive Hysteroscopy: Office-based evaluation and management of abnormal uterine bleeding, polyps, and septum resections.

• Fertility Preservation: Surgical oocyte-retrieval guidance and ovarian-tissue cryopreservation for oncology patients.

• Patient Education & Counselling: One-on-one sessions that explain diagnoses, outline treatment options, and support informed decision-making.

Additional Information

Mediclinic Kloof features dedicated operating theatres with integrated 3D imaging and a robotic surgery suite, which enable Prof van Aardt to perform advanced procedures with real-time feedback. Moreover, an on-site endoscopy unit and rapid-turnaround pathology lab streamline preoperative assessments and intraoperative consultations.

Furthermore, she contributes actively to clinical research in gynaecological oncology and presents her findings at national conferences. She also publishes in peer-reviewed journals, thereby advancing surgical standards and patient outcomes. In addition, Prof van Aardt mentors registrars and leads hospital quality-improvement committees focused on patient safety and enhanced recovery protocols.

The hospital’s multidisciplinary teams—including medical oncologists, radiation therapists, urologists, and specialist nurses—ensure that each treatment plan addresses the full spectrum of patient needs. Ultimately, patients benefit from Prof van Aardt’s blend of surgical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and genuine empathy.

Schedule a consultation today to experience personalized, state-of-the-art obstetric, gynaecological, and oncology care.