Dr. Lourens About Us
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I started practising Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 2005 at Queen Charlottes and Chelsea Hospital, London. I specialised from 2008 - 2012 at Tygerberg Hospital and the University of Stellenbosch. I frequently get asked: Why become a Gynaecologist? The answer is simple. In my mind, women make ideal patients. They follow treatment plans and take their health and that of their unborn children seriously. I love my work in Obstetrics and Gynaecology. It incorporates many other fields of medicine and there is never a dull day.
A standard week in any Gynae schedule may include surgery and especially laparoscopic (keyhole) surgery, radiology (pregnancy, gynaecology and pelvic floor imaging), genetic testing/counselling, fetal medicine, urology, internal medicine and of course delivering a baby - which remains special every time. Ultimately, I am grateful for the opportunity to build a relationship with my patients and their families.
I am husband to a wonderful wife and father of two beautiful children. I am an avid sailor and half circumnavigated the world's oceans on a yacht for 15 months with my wife. I enjoy the outdoors and gardening.
I first graduated with MBChB from the University of Pretoria in the year 2000. In 2012 I obtained FCOG(SA) from the College of Medicine of South Africa, and finally, in the same year, I completed the MMed O&G at the University of Stellenbosch.
Following my graduation as a specialist, I have completed a fellowship in urogynaecology under Prof Stephen Jeffery (Groote Schuur Hospital) and Dr Kobus Van Rensburg (Tygerberg Hospital).
Academic position: I am a part time lecturer at University of Stellenbosch.
Article Reviewer: for International Urogynaecology Journal
Community outreach: I deliver a monthly Urogynaecology service at Paarl Provincial Hospital.
I first worked in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (starting 2005), before moving into the realm of private practice in 2012. I am a member of:
The Health Profession Council of South Africa MP 0537748
The General Medical Council (United Kingdom)
IUGA (international Urogynaecology Association)
SAUGA (South African Urogynaecology Association)
“Dr Lourens is a respected member of the medical community, both in Cape Town and abroad, for over a decade”- a Collegue
Why Urogynaecology? Urogynaecology is a speciality that combines gynaecology, urology and colorectal surgery into one speciality. Urogynaecology is about improving the QUALITY OF LIFE FOR WOMEN suffering from prolapse and incontinence, urinary urgency and the like. It also involves pelvic reconstructive surgery (Vaginismus and minor gynaecology cosmetic surgery are amongst the treatments provided) designed to improve women’s quality of life.
(Title) About Us
(H1) Meet Dr. Lourens and his team.
(Body)
I frequently get asked, “Why did you become a Gynaecologist?”
The answer is simple. In my mind, women make ideal patients. They follow treatment plans and take their health and that of their unborn children seriously.
After almost two decades, I still find it rewarding and there is never a dull day.
From performing surgeries, including laparoscopic (keyhole) procedures, to conducting radiology exams, genetic testing, and fetal medicine, each aspect of my job combines various fields of medicine to provide holistic care that is tailored to meet each patient's unique needs.
However, I am ultimately grateful for the opportunity to build a relationship with my patients and their families.
(H2) Why Urogynaecology?
Urogynaecology combines gynaecology, urology, and colorectal surgery into one speciality.
I'm proud to be an Obstetrician and Gynaecologist that specialises in Urogynaecology because it focuses on improving the quality of life for women with conditions such as prolapse, incontinence, and urinary urgency.
It also involves pelvic reconstructive surgery (Vaginismus and minor gynaecology cosmetic surgery are among the treatments provided). I believe these procedures can have a big impact on a woman’s confidence, and contribute to a holistic approach to women’s health.
(H2) My Professional Background
I first graduated with an MBChB from the University of Pretoria in the year 2000. In 2012 I obtained an FCOG(SA) from the College of Medicine of South Africa, and finally, in the same year, I completed an MMed O&G at the University of Stellenbosch.
My journey in Obstetrics and Gynaecology started in 2005 at Queen Charlottes and Chelsea Hospital in London.
My specialisation in Urogynaecology from 2008 to 2012 at Tygerberg Hospital and the University of Stellenbosch helped me enhance my knowledge and experience.
Following my graduation as a specialist, I completed a fellowship in urogynaecology under Prof. Stephen Jeffery (Groote Schuur Hospital) and Dr. Kobus Van Rensburg (Tygerberg Hospital).
(H2) Other Contributions
I remain dedicated to staying at the forefront of my field by making contributions to the women’s healthcare community outside of my practice. These include:
Part-time lecturer at the University of Stellenbosch
Article reviewer for the International Urogynaecology Journal
Monthly Urogynaecology services at Paarl Provincial Hospital.
(H2) Memberships
I am a respected member of the following medical associations:
The Health Profession Council of South Africa,
The General Medical Council (United Kingdom),
IUGA (International Urogynaecology Association),
SAUGA (South African Urogynaecology Association).
(H2) My Personal Life
Outside of work, I am a family man, a devoted husband to a wonderful wife, and a father of two beautiful children.
My appetite for adventure has seen me half-circumnavigate the world's oceans on a yacht with my wife. I also enjoy spending time outdoors and tending to my garden.
I am committed to providing compassionate, effective care that is tailored to meet your specific needs.
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