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About Our Paediatric Surgeon

Dr. S Machaea

Dr. Sello Machaea completed his undergraduate degree in UKZN and then joined the General Surgery program shortly after the completion of his community service. He later joined the Paediatric Surgery training program in East London where he attained his fellowship degree in 2018 and subsequently his MMED.

He has an interest in research, minimally invasive, and colorectal surgery. Dr. Sello Machaea currently practises in the Paediatric Unit at East London Hospital and runs two other paediatric practices boasting a wide range of paediatric services. He is a gentle, kind, and compassionate paediatrician, dedicated to providing a paediatric service that upholds the best interests of the child, with a special interest in child neurodevelopment, allergies, nutrition and critical paediatric care.

We care for your kids, from Infancy all the way through to Adolescence.

About Our Practices

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Consultations

Consultations are by appointment only. There is no need to be referred by a Paediatrician. If you think your child needs an operation, we are happy to see them.

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In Case of Emergencies

Please contact the 24-hour emergency service at East London Hospital. Telephonic interaction between a Paediatric Surgeon and their patient cannot be accurately relayed over the phone. If there is a telephonic consultation that is deemed appropriate by the Surgeon, it will be billed accordingly.

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Billing

Consultations must be paid for before leaving the rooms on the day of consultation. You may pay in cash or by card. You will be provided with an invoice to claim back from your medical aid.  If your child requires surgery, we will bill your medical scheme and you will be responsible for payment of any shortfall after that. We do not have payment arrangements or discounted prices. 

More detailed information is available in our billing policy, which will be sent to you to sign when you join the practice.

Book an appointment

Book an appointment with our pediatric team today! Take the first step towards ensuring your child’s health by scheduling an consultation. Our friendly staff is ready to assist you in finding a convenient time that works for you and your child. Simply give us a call or use our online booking system to secure your appointment. We look forward to providing exceptional care and support for your little one. Together, we can keep your child healthy and happy!

Professional Affiliations

  • Registered as a specialist Paediatric Surgeon with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)
  • Member of the South African Association of Paediatric Surgeons (SAAPS)
  • Member of the Association of South African Surgeons (ASSA)
  • Past secretary and president of South African Paediatric Surgery Trainees Association (SAPSTA)
  • Member of the South African Medical Association (SAMA) and past Western Cape representative for the Junior Doctors Association of South Africa (JUDASA)
  • Fellow of the College of Medicine South Africa (CMSA)
  • Paediatric Surgery Representative on the Board of Directors of Surgicom
  • Member of South African Private Practitioners Forum (SAPPF)
  • Founder and head of Era8: Paediatric Surgeons with Integrity
  • CPD activities and Ethics point targets compliant and exceeded annually