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Breast Biopsy at Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital

Total review: 38

Council St, Johannesburg, South Africa

Established - 1984

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Breast Biopsy at Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital

Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital, can be found in Council St, Johannesburg, South Africa and offers its patients Breast Biopsy procedures as well as 317 other procedures, across 29 different procedure categories

. At present, there is no pricing information for Breast Biopsy procedures at Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital. The pricing information is quite specialised, so it's only available on request.

Currently, there's no information available about the doctors at the Hospital, and Ahmed Kathrada Private Hospital is not accredited by any recognised accreditations institutions.

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Kelotlhoko Sekano, 29 Jun 2020

They have dropped their standards... I won't recommend my family to come here again.

Nompumelelo Madliwa, 19 Apr 2020

I had such a wonderful experience there with Dr Thomas, I had a skin drafting done it was such a smooth process I am healing very well and had a great stay there, Thank you so much

Zanele Sibande, 17 Apr 2020

The service is slow.

happiness thobile, 09 Apr 2020

Firstly the hospital charges too and the service is very bad, my son came here Wednesday around pass 10 and he was only admitted at 2:30am...the hospital was not even that full, they are very slow...a

Nazeer Karolia, 25 Feb 2020

Parking is a problem for starters. Especially during the week if you have an appointment with a doctor.Nurses need to check on patients more regularly. Doctors are very good.

A&F Travel, 27 Jan 2020

The service in causality was pathetic

Deevashnee Padiachey, 23 Nov 2019

My mum was recently admitted into Lenmed and shared a ward with an elderly lady who was in extruciating pain. It was quite disappointing to see how the day nurses treated her and had no sense of urgen

olanrewaju adagba, 18 Nov 2019

Hospital with Good doctors

Ashley Pillay, 18 Oct 2019

Lenmed hospital is overall great, with really amazing doctors. However, the day time nurse staff are extremely tired, unhelpful and not happy to be working there. Thus taking it out on patients, espec

Gugu Mswane, 09 Sep 2019

The other time I was here the service was fast n excellent. And it was most Indian stuff at the casualty, they wrer friendly. But today, 01 July 2019.Haai its bad. Most here are blacks like me draggin

Nokwazi Portia Dube, 24 Aug 2019

Have always had the best service. Especially with our Wonderful pediatrician Dr Mohammed Lorgat you one of kind and my kids are lucky to have you as their doctor..

Mpho Mukansi, 29 Jul 2019

Zero service in this hospital exactly like Braragranath I will never forget the bad experience I received in this hospital when my 3 months daughter was sick. The pediatrician I was given he didn't ev

boitumelo moloi, 21 Jul 2019

Best experience ever all thanks to Dr C.synders.. Thanks doc for everything 😊

Fathima Deen, 05 Jul 2019

Dr Thomas treated my 2 year old and was extremely professional, friendly and helpful.

Ndo, 27 Jun 2019

Got admitted at 2pm,no lunch its 9pm now no dinner.Not even juice,nothing.The next thing when I complain Im told there is toast😏

Haseeb Mian, 04 Jun 2019

very bad experience in emergency services.

sthembiso nzuza, 31 Mar 2019

I'm so disappointed how you treat a Deaf patient at the maternity they were busy bad naming another Deaf patient who come with his wife/girlfriend... Nxa!! Man tell these ladies who work there to trea

Yakad Ally, 07 Feb 2019

Radiology department really needs to take a course on professionalism and peoples skills. They are rude, unhelpful and unfriendly. I have never seen a private hospital giving their patients such poor

Sherasade Ebrahim, 17 Jan 2019

While the Dr's at Lenmed are wonderful. The nurses have an attitude that what they say goes. They cant greet when you greet. They are unfair as we didn't know kids were not allowed in the ward and our

kuvasha narainsamy, 13 Nov 2018

This is the worst private hospital! You pay so much of damn money to receive such pathetic service!!!! The maternity ward, the nurses act as though they're doing you a favor! So rude and arrogant. How

nozipho ngubane, 03 Oct 2018

My husband was stabbed and he went for a CT scan. According to the medical aid i need to make a co-payment of R2500, a woman called Jesinta told me not to pay first and that she will talk to the medic

Palesa Lebona-Ngcobo, 09 Aug 2018

I've had the best care from friendly professional staff. I'm saddened to have moved so far away from the hospital.

Tshidi Mokoena, 13 Jul 2018

Great hospitality. The nurses and doctors were too good to me. I loved the experience.

mahdiyyah docrat, 01 Jul 2018

Great service and treatment received. Thank you to the staff in medical 2. Excellent treatment received by Dr Vanessa Rammanhor.

Vernon Tweedie, 05 Jun 2018

As we sat in the waiting area at the surgical ICU, next to the big sign that reads "Shhhh..... Doctors Orders. Please respect the need for silence". No respect was shown by the nursing staff. Talking

Kiegan Nadasen, 14 Apr 2018

Very friendly staff, went out of there way

Keyaan Van rensburg, 14 Feb 2018

This hospital needs to learn from advanced soweto day care hospital on how fast efficient effective polite well mannered respectful and how to treate their patients please take all your staff to the a

Keitumetse Moletsane, 25 Jan 2018

The worst hospital ive ever been to, receptionist was unprofessional and unhelpful busy talking her private matters while my child was talking his last breath!!!!!staff discriminate against black peop

Matshidiso Nkosi, 05 Jan 2018

Excellent service! I was admitted on the 6th of September 2017 around 7 pm and gave birth to my beautiful son at 01.45 am. My gynecologist(Dr.N Rashid ) is the best. The stuff was amazing,helpful and

Moeen Mia, 27 Jun 2017

Excellent Drs , good ward staff. casualty may be a bit of a wait and pain at times

Irfaan Mahomed Haniff, 08 May 2017

A variety of medical services offered

Betty-jean Marks, 01 May 2017

Talk about horrible services, i will never recommend this hospital to many one. Sies

GEETHA BHOLA, 10 Mar 2017

My Dad Always Had An Excellent Stay AT The Hospital. The Nurses & Doctors Are Very Helpful.

Anil Ranchod, 02 Feb 2017

Shocking service - don't recommend this place to anybody

Lindi Nhlapo, 13 Dec 2016

Was admitted on Wednesday casualty it like public hospital I waited for so long after that still waiting for doctor why should we pay so much while service it not good at all ....it used to be the be

Ahsan Ahmad, 12 Dec 2016

Lovely service to patients and excellent specialists to consult with care.

Abigail Şcheepers, 30 Apr 2016

Service still seem to be a problem at this private clinic

Faheem Mohamed, 08 Jan 2016

Average hospital. No free WiFi for patients.

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What do you need to know about Breast Biopsy in Johannesburg

A Breast Biopsy at Johannesburg is a medical procedure that involves employing a small needle or a surgical cut to remove a tiny fragment of breast tissue for further examination. This is a standard process employed when an abnormality in the breast is detected. The primary objective is to discern whether any detected anomalies within your breast tissue are benign (non-cancerous) or malignant (cancerous).

The surgical procedure is, by and large, a straightforward process. It commences with your doctor using a needle, guided by ultrasound or X-ray, to extract the tissue sample. In certain cases, an incision in the skin might be necessary, which is typically done under local anesthesia so you may experience only minimal discomfort. Yet, the process's technicality necessitates you to seek service at a reputed medical facility at Johannesburg that boasts advanced technology and skilled professionals.

What's the Recovery Time for Breast Biopsy Procedures in Johannesburg?

Recovery time for a Breast Biopsy is mostly quick, often spanning a few hours to a few days, contingent upon the type of biopsy performed and individual health circumstances. For a fine needle or a core needle biopsy, you might experience mild discomfort for a few hours post-procedure. A surgical biopsy may require you to limit your physical activities for a few days to a week.

Take heed that the recovery phase is characterized by personal health status and the specifics of the medical procedure itself. Always comply with your doctor’s instructions on wound care and medication. Pay attention to any signs of infection or heavy bleeding; promptly report such to your healthcare provider.

Are there Alternatives to Breast Biopsy Procedures in Johannesburg?

Yes, there are alternative diagnostic methods available to a Breast Biopsy procedure in Johannesburg. Imaging tests such as a mammogram, ultrasound, or MRI can be used in conjunction with a physical exam to evaluate any abnormalities found in the breast.

However, it is vital to understand that while these methods help visualize anomalies, a biopsy remains the most definitive way to conclusively diagnose breast cancer. Every individual's health scenario is unique and, as such, warrants personalized medical attention. Your doctor will walk you through the most appropriate testing method based on your particular situation.