The 20 Best Metabolic Syndrome Doctors in South Africa

Find the Top Metabolic Syndrome Experts and Specialists

Last Updated: 04/28/2026

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MediFind found 156 doctor with experience in Metabolic Syndrome near South Africa. Of these, 135 are Experienced, 19 are Advanced and 2 are Distinguished.

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    Miguel A. Gay-Gonzalez
    Distinguished in Metabolic Syndrome
    Distinguished in Metabolic Syndrome
    Rheumatology Div, 
    Santander And Univ. Of The Witwatersrand, ZA 

    Miguel Gay-Gonzalez practices in Santander And Univ. Of The Witwatersrand, South Africa. Mr. Gay-Gonzalez is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Vasculitis, Temporal Arteritis, Giant Cell Arteritis (GCA), Lung Transplant, and Kidney Transplant.

    Distinguished in Metabolic Syndrome
    Distinguished in Metabolic Syndrome
    Francie Van Zijl Dr, Parow Valley, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Andre Kengne practices in Cape Town, South Africa. Kengne is rated as a Distinguished expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Metabolic Syndrome.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    South Africa, WC, ZA 

    Phiwayinkosi Dludla practices in South Africa, South Africa. Dludla is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Metabolic Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome.

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    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    7 York Road, 
    Parktown, GT, ZA 

    Nigel Crowther practices in Parktown, South Africa. Crowther is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Menopause, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Metabolic Syndrome, and Obesity.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Pretoria, GT, ZA 

    Tandi Matsha practices in Pretoria, South Africa. Ms. Matsha is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Metabolic Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Francie Van Zijl Drive, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Soraya Seedat practices in Cape Town, South Africa. Ms. Seedat is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS), HIV/AIDS, and Metabolic Syndrome.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Francie Van Zijl Drive, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Leigh Van Den Heuvel practices in Cape Town, South Africa. Van Den Heuvel is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Metabolic Syndrome, and Arachnoid Cysts.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Rajiv Erasmus practices in Cape Town, South Africa. Mr. Erasmus is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Metabolic Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    29 Princess Of Wales Terrace, 
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Shane Norris practices in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mr. Norris is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Obesity, Gestational Diabetes, Infant Hyperglycemia, Mastectomy, and Deep Brain Stimulation.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Francie Van Zijl Drive, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Laila Asmal practices in Cape Town, South Africa. Ms. Asmal is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Her top areas of expertise are Schizophrenia, Metabolic Syndrome, Tardive Dyskinesia, and Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    University Of Cape Town, Robert Leslie Social Science Building 12 University Avenue, 
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Machoene Sekgala practices in Cape Town, South Africa. Sekgala is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Metabolic Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Hypertension, and Obesity.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Durban, ZN, ZA 

    Bongani Nkambule practices in Durban, South Africa. Nkambule is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Metabolic Syndrome, and Familial Hypertriglyceridemia.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Polokwane, LP, ZA 

    Supa Pengpid practices in Polokwane, South Africa. Pengpid is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Obesity, Male Genital Sores, Female Genital Sores, and Hypertension.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome

    University Of Cape Town

    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Nasheeta Peer practices in Cape Town, South Africa. Peer is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Hypertension, Obesity, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Metabolic Syndrome.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    University Of Western Cape, 
    Bellville, WC, ZA 

    Kristian Leisegang practices in Bellville, South Africa. Leisegang is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Infertility, Varicocele, Metabolic Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Cape Town, WC, ZA 

    Robin Emsley practices in Cape Town, South Africa. Emsley is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Schizophrenia, Metabolic Syndrome, Schizoaffective Disorder, and Tardive Dyskinesia.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Mahikeng, NW, ZA 

    Sithandiwe Mazibuko-Mbeje practices in Mahikeng, South Africa. Mazibuko-Mbeje is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Metabolic Syndrome, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Obesity.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Johannesburg, GT, ZA 

    Philippe Gradidge practices in Johannesburg, South Africa. Mr. Gradidge is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. His top areas of expertise are Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Metabolic Syndrome, Obesity, and Menopause.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Potchefstroom, NW, ZA 

    Herculina Kruger practices in Potchefstroom, South Africa. Kruger is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, Iron Deficiency Anemia, Obesity, and Metabolic Syndrome.

    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    Advanced in Metabolic Syndrome
    University Of The Western Cape, 
    Bellville, WC, ZA 

    Zandile Mchiza practices in Bellville, South Africa. Mchiza is rated as an Advanced expert by MediFind in the treatment of Metabolic Syndrome. Their top areas of expertise are Malnutrition, Metabolic Syndrome, Abdominal Obesity Metabolic Syndrome, and Obesity.

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    Last Updated: 04/28/2026

    What is the definition of Metabolic Syndrome?

    Metabolic syndrome is a name for a group of risk factors that occur together and increase the chance of having coronary artery disease, stroke, and type 2 diabetes.

    When should I see a Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome 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 does MediFind rank Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctors in South Africa?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Metabolic Syndrome 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 Metabolic Syndrome doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Metabolic Syndrome 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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