Anaesthesiologists
Our anaesthesiologists are highly qualified medical professionals with extensive training in the science and practice of anaesthesia. Each member of our team is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and holds postgraduate qualifications in anaesthesiology. Many have also completed additional training or developed focused expertise in anaesthetic sub-specialities.
At ICAN, we believe anaesthesia is both a science and a clinical art — demanding technical precision, real-time decision-making, and clear communication with patients, surgical teams, and hospital staff. Our anaesthesiologists are selected not only for their clinical acumen, but also for their ability to collaborate seamlessly and uphold the highest standards of care in every environment.
We are proud to work across a wide range of surgical settings. Our team regularly participates in multidisciplinary surgical lists, intensive care rounds, academic teaching, and ongoing professional development — staying at the forefront of evolving clinical practice.
Every patient benefits from the expertise of a dedicated anaesthesiologist, supported by a cohesive team culture that prioritises safety, vigilance, and professionalism.
Aidan Eksteen
MBBCh (Wits), DipPEC (SA), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia)
Passionate about both adult and paediatric anaesthesia. Gained experience as a cruise ship doctor for 2 years before specialising. Special interest in Trauma, Orthopaedic, Colorectal, ENT, Maxillofacial and Neuro anaesthesia. He is focused on providing evidence-based care and has published research on regional anaesthetic techniques. He enjoys teaching as an Advanced Trauma Life Support instructor.
Andrew Griffiths
MBBCh (Wits), DMH (SA), DA (SA), FCA (SA)
Clinical interests include anaesthesia for ophthalmology, head and neck, and plastic surgery.
Anisah Mamoojee
MBBCh (Wits), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia), FRCA, FANZCA
Specialises in anaesthesia for interventional radiology and vascular, plastic and reconstructive, orthopaedic, head and neck, and hepatobiliary surgery. Serves as a DA examiner for the CMSA.
Bhavic Mawjee
BSc (Wits), MBBCh (Wits), DipPEC (SA), DA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia), FCA (SA)
Focus on colorectal, neurosurgical, ophthalmic, orthopaedic, and paediatric anaesthesia.
Donovan Heslop
BHSc (Biomed), BSc Hons (Pharm), MBBCh (Wits), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia)
Current focus areas include colorectal surgery, orthopaedics, and interventional radiology, with broader interests in neurosurgery and critical care.
Edna Muller
MBChB (UFS), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia)
Focuses on anaesthesia for vascular, obstetric and gynaecological, and interventional radiology procedures. Active as an internal and external examiner for MMed research.
Glenmarie de Wet
MBChB (Stellenbosch), DA (SA), FCA (SA)
Interests in colorectal, hepatobiliary, head and neck surgery, and interventional radiology. Actively involved in ICU care since 2012.
Hasmita Kooverjee
MBBCh (Wits), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia)
Hasmita has had 7 years of experience at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital. Keen interest in perioperative care, and her clinical interests include neuro-anaesthesia and paediatric anaesthesia.
Henko van den Bergh
MBChB (UP), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia)
Clinical focus on regional anaesthesia and complex multidisciplinary surgical care. Known for his calm, attentive approach and commitment to safe, patient-centred practice.
Joubert Steynberg
MBChB (UFS), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia), Certificate Critical Care (SA) Anaesthesia
Keen interest in perioperative care, critical care, and anaesthesia for organ transplantation, hepatobiliary and colorectal surgery. He is the current SASA Gauteng Chairman, a current SASA Councillor, and he examines for the FCA (Part 1) through the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa.
Kamal Gosai
MBBCh (Wits), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia)
Experienced in a broad range of surgical anaesthesia, with interests spanning general, regional, and complex surgical procedures.
Koji Wakabayashi
MBBCh (Wits), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia)
Special interest in cardiothoracic anaesthesia and is actively involved as part of the cardiothoracic team at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital. Passion for medical research, with several publications to his name. He also serves part-time in the public health sector, as a consultant anaesthetist at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital.
Liesel Scharf
MBChB (UFS), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia), BPharm (UPE)
Strong multidisciplinary foundation and clinical interest in anaesthesia for high-complexity surgical procedures.
Mark Eagar
MBChB (UFS), DA (SA), FCA (SA), Certificate Critical Care (SA) Anaesthesia
Interests in perioperative care of liver and kidney transplant patients. Also focuses on hepatobiliary and colorectal surgery. Member of the South African Transplant Society and the Anaesthetic Foundation.
Patrick Kielty
MBBCh (Wits), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia)
Special interest in anaesthesia for orthopaedic and maxillofacial surgery, with a focus on regional techniques.
Thomas Tarlton
BHSc (Wits), MBBCh (Wits), DA (SA), FCA (SA), MMed (Anaesthesia)
Focuses on anaesthesia for plastic, colorectal, and orthopaedic surgery, with a particular interest in surgical team collaboration and perioperative care.
William Robertson
MBBCh (Wits), FCA (SA)
Special interest in paediatric anaesthesia, particularly in neurology and orthopaedics.