The 20 Best Long Haul COVID Doctors in South Africa

Find the Top Long Haul COVID Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 11/08/2026

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MediFind found 38 doctor with experience in Long Haul COVID near South Africa. Of these, 35 are Experienced, 2 are Advanced and 1 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Long Haul COVID
    Distinguished in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Stellenbosch, WC, ZA 

    Etheresia Pretorius practices practicing medicine in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Pretorius is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. 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.

    Advanced in Long Haul COVID
    Advanced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Suite 104, 1 Elsie Du Toit Street, 
    Stellenbosch, WC, ZA 

    Gert Laubscher practices practicing medicine in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Laubscher is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), COVID-19, and Pneumonia.

    Advanced in Long Haul COVID
    Advanced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Stellenbosch, WC, ZA 

    Arneaux Kruger practices practicing medicine in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Kruger is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

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    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Shabir Madhi practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mr. Madhi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Streptococcal Group B Infection, Strep Throat, Parainfluenza, and Flu.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Stellenbosch, WC, ZA 

    Chantelle Venter practices practicing medicine in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Ms. Venter is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. Her clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), COVID-19, and Pneumonia.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    University Of The Western Cape, 
    Bellville, WC, ZA 

    Waasila Jassat practices practicing medicine in Bellville, South Africa. Jassat is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses COVID-19, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Meningitis, and Long Haul COVID.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Ntobeko Ntusi practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Ntusi is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. They are also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Peripartum Cardiomyopathy, Myocarditis, and Long Haul COVID.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Durban, ZN, ZA 

    Rubeshan Perumal practices practicing medicine in Durban, South Africa. Perumal is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. They are also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Pulmonary Tuberculosis, Long Haul COVID, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    27 St Andrews Road, 
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Heather Fraser practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Ms. Fraser is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. Her clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Flu, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    27 St Andrews Road, 
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Georgia Torres practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Ms. Torres is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. Her clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, COVID-19, and Metabolic Syndrome.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Philippe Gradidge practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mr. Gradidge is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Metabolic Syndrome, Obesity, and Menopause.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Marieke Van Der Zalm practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Ms. Van Der Zalm is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. She is also highly rated in 3 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Pulmonary Tuberculosis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and COVID-19.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Maritha Kotze practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Ms. Kotze is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. Her clinical expertise encompasses Breast Cancer, Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Postmenopausal Osteoporosis, and Long Haul COVID.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Francie Van Zijl Drive, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Charles Wiysonge practices practicing medicine in Cape Town, South Africa. Mr. Wiysonge is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Herpes Virus Antenatal Infection, Poliomyelitis, Myelitis, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Demitri Constantinou practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Constantinou is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. Their clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, COVID-19, Osteoarthritis, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    719 Umbilo Road, 
    Durban, ZN, ZA 

    Kogieleum Naidoo practices practicing medicine in Durban, South Africa. Naidoo is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. They are also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. Their clinical expertise encompasses HIV/AIDS, Pulmonary Tuberculosis, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), and Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Durban, ZN, ZA 

    Letitia Shunmugam practices practicing medicine in Durban, South Africa. Ms. Shunmugam is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. Her clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Hepatitis C, and Hepatitis.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Stella Iacovides practices practicing medicine in Johannesburg, South Africa. Ms. Iacovides is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Long Haul COVID, ADULT Syndrome, and Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS).

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Stellenbosch, WC, ZA 

    Mare Vlok practices practicing medicine in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Mr. Vlok is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. His clinical expertise encompasses Long Haul COVID, Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), and Dehydration.

    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Experienced in Long Haul COVID
    Referral may be required
    Stellenbosch, WC, ZA 

    Jean Nunes practices practicing medicine in Stellenbosch, South Africa. Ms. Nunes is rated as an Experienced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Long Haul COVID. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Mononucleosis, Fibromyalgia, and Long Haul COVID.

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    Last Updated: 11/08/2026

    What is the definition of Long Haul COVID?

    Post-COVID-19 (coronavirus) syndrome, also known as “long-COVID-19” or “long-haulers,” describes the condition of experiencing lingering symptoms after COVID-19 infection that can persist for weeks or months and/or become long-term health problems. Affecting only an estimated 10% of patients who have had a COVID-19 infection, patients with Post-COVID-19 syndrome test negative for the virus; however, they continue to experience symptoms believed to be caused by lingering organ damage after a COVID-19 infection.

    When should I see a Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID doctor in South Africa?

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    How does MediFind rank Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID doctors in South Africa?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Long Haul COVID 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 Long Haul COVID doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Long Haul COVID 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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