The 20 Best Dementia Doctors in South Africa

Find the Top Dementia Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 53 doctor with experience in Dementia near South Africa. Of these, 53 are Experienced.

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    Experienced in Dementia

    Mark F. Cotton
    Experienced in Dementia

    Mark F. Cotton
    Parow Valley, 
    Parow, WC, ZA 

    Mark Cotton practices practicing medicine in Parow, South Africa. Mr. Cotton is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, Pulmonary Tuberculosis, and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Experienced in Dementia

    John A. Joska
    Experienced in Dementia

    John A. Joska
    University Of Cape Town, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    John Joska practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Mr. Joska is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dementia Complex, Dementia, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Stephen M. Tollman
    Experienced in Dementia

    Stephen M. Tollman
    27 St Andrews Road, 
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Stephen Tollman practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mr. Tollman is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Hypertension, Genital Herpes, and Obesity.

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    Experienced in Dementia

    Amanda M. Krause
    Experienced in Dementia

    Amanda M. Krause
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Amanda Krause practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Ms. Krause is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chorea, Huntington Disease, Congenital Aplastic Anemia, and Fanconi Anemia.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Samuel C. Ugbaja
    Experienced in Dementia

    Samuel C. Ugbaja
    Durban, ZN, ZA 

    Samuel Ugbaja practices practicing medicine in Durban, South Africa. Mr. Ugbaja is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Kathryn Step
    Experienced in Dementia

    Kathryn Step
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Kathryn Step practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Ms. Step is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Dementia, and Stroke.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Aline Correia-Ferreira
    Experienced in Dementia

    Aline Correia-Ferreira
    1 Jan Smuts Avenue, 
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Aline Correia-Ferreira practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Ms. Correia-Ferreira is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chorea, Huntington Disease, Drug Induced Dyskinesia, and Developmental Dysphasia Familial.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Etheresia Pretorius
    Experienced in Dementia

    Etheresia Pretorius
    Stellenbosch, WC, ZA 

    Etheresia Pretorius practices practicing medicine in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Pretorius is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. They are also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Thrombectomy, and Splenectomy.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Jonathan A. Carr
    Experienced in Dementia

    Jonathan A. Carr
    Francie Van Zijl Drive, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Jonathan Carr practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Mr. Carr is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chorea, Movement Disorders, Parkinson's Disease, Huntington Disease, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Soraya Bardien
    Experienced in Dementia

    Soraya Bardien
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Soraya Bardien practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Ms. Bardien is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Parkinson's Disease, Movement Disorders, Renal Hypomagnesemia Type 2, Dementia, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Kevin F. Thomas
    Experienced in Dementia

    Kevin F. Thomas
    University Of Cape Town, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Kevin Thomas practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Thomas is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), AIDS Dementia Complex, Memory Loss, and Addison's Disease.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Galen B. Wright
    Experienced in Dementia

    Galen B. Wright
    University Of The Western Cape, 
    Bellville, WC, ZA 

    Galen Wright practices practicing medicine in Bellville, South Africa. Mr. Wright is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Huntington Disease, Stevens-Johnson Syndrome, Erythema Multiforme, and Movement Disorders.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Hezekiel M. Kumalo
    Experienced in Dementia

    Hezekiel M. Kumalo
    Durban, ZN, ZA 

    Hezekiel Kumalo practices practicing medicine in Durban, South Africa. Mr. Kumalo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Avian Influenza, Alzheimer's Disease, Flu, and Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Alexandre Delport
    Experienced in Dementia

    Alexandre Delport
    Pietermaritzburg, ZN, ZA 

    Alexandre Delport practices practicing medicine in Pietermaritzburg, South Africa. Mr. Delport is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Claudia M. Ntsapi
    Experienced in Dementia

    Claudia M. Ntsapi
    Bloemfontein, FS, ZA 

    Claudia Ntsapi practices practicing medicine in Bloemfontein, South Africa. Ms. Ntsapi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, and Lactic Acidosis.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Jacqueline Hoare
    Experienced in Dementia

    Jacqueline Hoare
    University Of Cape Town, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Jacqueline Hoare practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Ms. Hoare is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. She is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, Asperger's Syndrome, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Experienced in Dementia

    Sian Lewis
    Experienced in Dementia

    Sian Lewis
    Doornfontein, LP, ZA 

    Sian Lewis practices practicing medicine in Doornfontein, South Africa. Ms. Lewis is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Memory Loss, Alzheimer's Disease, and Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Kirsten L. Bobrow
    Experienced in Dementia

    Kirsten L. Bobrow
    University Of Cape Town, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Kirsten Bobrow practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Ms. Bobrow is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Her clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Dementia.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Elias Mpofu
    Experienced in Dementia

    Elias Mpofu
    Auckland Park, 
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Elias Mpofu practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mr. Mpofu is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. His clinical expertise encompasses Vitamin D Deficiency, Malnutrition, COVID-19, and Hypertension.

    Experienced in Dementia

    Stacey M. Fisher
    Experienced in Dementia

    Stacey M. Fisher
    University Of The Western Cape, 
    Bellville, WC, ZA 

    Stacey Fisher practices practicing medicine in Bellville, South Africa. Fisher is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Dementia. Their clinical expertise encompasses Dementia, Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Breast Cancer, Major Depression, and Mastectomy.

    While we make every effort to provide the best results possible, data is currently limited outside of the United States. Doctors listed may include both clinicians and researchers, and individuals relocate frequently. We recommend contacting doctors directly to confirm their location and areas of focus. Contact information is provided when available. Learn more about our expert tiers.
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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    When should I see a Dementia doctor in South Africa?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Dementia doctor in South Africa?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How do I find the best Dementia doctor in South Africa?

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    How does MediFind rank Dementia doctors in South Africa?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Dementia doctors in South Africa?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Dementia doctor in South Africa?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Dementia doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Dementia doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Dementia doctor in South Africa?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Dementia doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Dementia doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Dementia doctors in South Africa?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Dementia doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Dementia doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Dementia doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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