Practice
Our Network of Care
In line with international standards, no cancer patient is treated in isolation and each patient is discussed at our bi-monthly Winelands Multi-disciplinary Team meeting chaired by Dr Roodt. Here our team of experts consider each patient-case individually to make sure that the proposed treatment plan is in line with up to date scientific evidence, seen in a holistic context and in the best interest of the patient.
Meet the rest of the Winelands Surgical Oncology Multidisciplinary team
Kerry Lee le Roux: Receptionist
As the first person you are likely to meet upon entering the practice, we expect you will find Kerry’s friendly yet efficient demeanour reassuring. Kerry is the heart of the practice’s administration and manages all bookings — including consults, theatre and referrals. She assists patients by liaising with medical aids and providing vital information to help prepare them for their upcoming procedure or further consults. Kerry also takes care of the consulting room billing and works closely with Jaco, Sanmare and Zelda from MediPractice to ensure compliance to our billing policy that has the patient’s best interest at heart.
Dr Lizelle Fourie: Radiation Oncologist, Somerset West
Dr Lizelle Fourie comes with more than 20 years of medical experience and is a renowned honorary lecturer at the University of Stellenbosch. Practicing throughout the winelands, Lizelle takes on a holistic approach with treatment, empowering her patients to understand their cancer, their treatment and recovery. As an academic, knowledge is power for Lizelle and all questions are answered when it comes to this genetic disease so that her patients can make informed decisions. Dr Fourie and Dr Roodt work closely and every treatment decision for every cancer patient is a joint decision made by these two caring physicians.
Dr Ernst Moller: Reconstructive and Plastic Surgeon, Somerset West and Panorama
Dr Ersnt Moller’s practice philosophy stems from the true principles of plastic surgery:
- KNOWLEDGE of the human body and its many wonders.
- ARTISTRY by combining knowledge, perfection, an evolving skill, and the harmony of the surgeon and the human body.
- RESTORATION of the human body and soul to its fullest potential.
He believes in a comprehensive and individualized approach for each patient and facilitates this through an in-depth overview of a patient’s goals, establishing trust and confidence, creating a personalized treatment plan, and delivering safe par excellence care. With his excellent skillset and exceptional bedside manner, Dr Moller makes the perfect partner to Dr Roodt in obtaining a beautiful cosmetic end-result while respecting the critical importance of oncological safety and outcomes. Working in tandem, this oncoplastic surgical team can deliver world-class outcomes.
Cheree Schorn Davidson: Clinical Psychologist
Cheree is a registered Clinical Psychologist (PhD) with a thriving private practice in Somerset West and the Overberg district. Her focus is primarily on adults and adolescents. She offers short & long-term psychotherapy using an eclectic therapeutic approach tailored to the specific needs of her patients. Her fields of interest are in health psychology and her contribution to the lives of our oncology patients is invaluable. With years of clinical experience in walking alongside cancer patients on their journey, one can ask for no better companion to empower you on your healing journey. She is an integral part of our interdisciplinary team at Busamed offering psychotherapeutic services to oncology patients both on an inpatient and outpatient basis. Cheree’s passion for her work and patients shines through every interaction – her holistic approach ensures a high standard of care to her patients.
Michelle Mace: Body Talk Therapist and Nutritionist
Michelle Mace is a US and South African certified nutritionist, body talk practitioner and behavioral kinesiologist that has also trained in Human Needs Psychology. She has worked with staff at large companies like ABSA, Cell-C, UWC and UCT and is considered a local and international wellness expert. Michelle often lectures medical students at UCT on wellness and stress practices as well as a module for third year reflexology students. She has also presented workshops in the USA. Michelle offers individualised nutritional care and advise based on your unique genetic profile through next generation DNA testing. She currently consults at our Busamed practice every Monday. As a team, Michelle and Dr Roodt make sure that our cancer patients in particular have a holistic treatment plan and feel fully supported. This very special working relationship between a surgeon and wellness practitioner is one you will have difficulty finding elsewhere.
Maxine du Toit: Genetic Counsellor
Maxine du Toit graduated from the University of Cape Town at the end of 2019 after completing her Master’s degree training in Genetic Counselling. Unknowingly, her interest in the field started years before she even knew of its existence. From her teenage years onward, Maxine has always been drawn to the stories of people living with extraordinary conditions. She remembers a well-loved teacher’s daughter being born with Cystic Fibrosis and from there on she never stopped reading up on the stories of people faced with navigating a path they did not get to choose. Maxine initially pursued a career in Counselling Psychology, but when she learnt about Genetic Counselling at the end of 2015, she immediately looked into steering her career-path into ultimately help people confronted with the uncertainties of living with a genetic condition. Maxine is a kind and compassionate guide to our patients when it comes to genetic screening and testing – through thorough assessment she advises on appropriate genetic testing and pre-and post-test counselling to ensure that patients are not left at sea with a potentially life-changing genetic mutation. Her role in our multidisciplinary team has become crucial in the age of modern and individualised cancer treatment.
Smit, Moolman, Leeb & Associates: Occupational Therapy and Physiotherapy
At Smit, Moolman, Leeb & Associates, we understand that navigating a breast cancer diagnosis requires more than just medical treatment—it demands a holistic approach that addresses all aspects of a patient’s well-being. We are proud to be part of your cancer care journey, working alongside your surgeons to provide comprehensive support tailored to your needs.
Our multidisciplinary team (MDT) uses a bio-psychosocial approach to support you physically, emotionally, and socially throughout your treatment and recovery. This client-centered care ensures that your physical, mental, and emotional needs are met in a coordinated manner, addressing the full scope of your cancer journey.
Our Occupational Therapists (OTs) act as case managers, playing a vital role in bridging the gap between the different members of the MDT. By overseeing and coordinating your care, they ensure effective communication among your healthcare team, reducing treatment delays and enhancing your recovery.
Dr Ramon Aronius: Gynaecology
Dr. Ramon Aronius plays a vital role in breast cancer care, providing expert gynaecological assessment, monitoring, and intervention. An internationally recognized specialist, he combines extensive clinical expertise with a compassionate bedside manner that puts patients at ease.After earning his medical degree from the University of Amsterdam in 1988, Dr. Aronius gained experience in gynaecology, obstetrics, and general surgery in the Netherlands and Indonesia. He completed his postgraduate specialization in Gynaecology and Obstetrics in Germany in 1996 and was instrumental in introducing endoscopic gynaecology there. Dr. Aronius has held key positions in leading medical institutions, including serving as Head of the Department of Gynaecology and Obstetrics at Amstelland Ziekenhuis in the Netherlands before relocating to South Africa in 2011. He has pioneered advanced laparoscopic and hysteroscopic procedures in hospitals across Germany, the Netherlands, and South Africa.His commitment to medical education includes training gynaecologists in the Netherlands, Austria, and the UK, as well as providing clinical training in Bangladesh and participating in surgical projects in Niger. He has contributed to academic research, published internationally, and continues to present at national and global medical congresses.Dr. Aronius has been recognized as one of the top specialists in the Netherlands and is actively involved in academic training as an external lecturer at the University of Stellenbosch. Fluent in Dutch, Afrikaans, English, German, and French, he brings a truly global perspective to patient care.
Winelands Radiology
Breast, thyroid and parathyroid imaging and other staging investigations form an integral part of cancer diagnosis and treatment planning. The dedicated team of specialist radiologists from Winelands radiology are essential to our multidisciplinary approach and offers valuable input that complements our clinical and pathological findings.
Pathcare Histopathology Winelands District
Modern oncological treatment are governed by rapidly advancing molecular biology and tumour genetics which requires the input of specialist molecular histopathologists and cytologists. Dr Linda Steyn, Dr Fabio Crabbia, Dr Marco Otto and Dr Willoughby Vergottini are world class experts that handles all our pathology processing and reporting. Their understanding and interpretation of the molecular and genetic framework of each oncology case provides a solid and evidence-based foundation from which individualized treatment planning can be done.