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Green Medical Care
Green Medical Care
Our services

Care that's warm, kind and complete.

From everyday consultations and on-site dispensing to minor and small procedures, online teleconsultations and gentle guidance to the right specialist, we make seeing a caring doctor in Pietermaritzburg simple, personal and unhurried.

  • Everyone welcome
  • No medical aid needed
  • Open six days a week · by appointment
A caring Green Medical Care doctor consulting with a patient in the rooms
How we care for you

Thoughtful care, every step of the way

Whatever brings you in, you'll always be seen by a doctor who listens, in our rooms in town, or online from home.

Consultation & Dispensing

See a caring doctor and receive your medication on-site.

  • Same-day appointments where available
  • Medication dispensed on-site
  • For acute illness, chronic care & check-ups

Minor Procedures

Safe, in-room minor procedures by an experienced doctor.

  • Wound care & suturing
  • Performed in a clean, private room
  • No hospital waiting times

Small Procedures

Quick, in-room treatment for smaller concerns.

  • Fast, same-visit treatment
  • Performed in a clean, private room
  • An affordable option for smaller treatments

Teleconsultation

Consult a doctor online from the comfort of home.

  • From home, work or anywhere
  • Prescriptions & sick notes where appropriate
  • Great for follow-ups & advice

Doctor & Hospital Referral

Guided referral to specialist or higher-level care.

  • Referral to specialists & hospitals
  • Included with your care
  • We help you navigate the system

More coming soon

We're growing thoughtfully, including on-site dentistry on the way. Watch this space.

A closer look

What we offer

Everything we do is about looking after you and the people you love, gently and well.

Consultation & Dispensing

See a caring doctor and receive your medication on-site.

Consultation & Dispensing

A thorough, unhurried consultation with one of our doctors for everyday illness, chronic conditions, check-ups and general health concerns, with medication dispensed on-site so you leave ready to get better.

  • Same-day appointments where available
  • Medication dispensed on-site
  • For acute illness, chronic care & check-ups

Minor Procedures

Safe, in-room minor procedures by an experienced doctor.

Minor Procedures

In-room minor surgical and clinical procedures performed safely and comfortably, including wound care and suturing, abscess drainage, removal of small skin lesions, and similar treatments, without the wait of a hospital visit.

  • Wound care & suturing
  • Performed in a clean, private room
  • No hospital waiting times

Small Procedures

Quick, in-room treatment for smaller concerns.

Small Procedures

Smaller in-room procedures and treatments handled quickly and comfortably during your visit, a convenient, affordable option for minor concerns that don't need a hospital. (TODO: confirm exactly how this differs from Minor Procedures.)

  • Fast, same-visit treatment
  • Performed in a clean, private room
  • An affordable option for smaller treatments

Teleconsultation

Consult a doctor online from the comfort of home.

Teleconsultation

A private online video or phone consultation with one of our doctors, ideal for follow-ups, advice, prescriptions and minor concerns when you can't get to the rooms. Book a time and we'll send you a secure link.

  • From home, work or anywhere
  • Prescriptions & sick notes where appropriate
  • Great for follow-ups & advice

Doctor & Hospital Referral

Guided referral to specialist or higher-level care.

Doctor & Hospital Referral

When you need a specialist or hospital, we help you access the right level of care, assessing your needs, preparing a proper referral and pointing you to the appropriate specialist or facility.

  • Referral to specialists & hospitals
  • Included with your care
  • We help you navigate the system
A patient having an online teleconsultation with a Green Medical Care doctor from home
Care from wherever you are

See a doctor without leaving home

Sometimes getting to the rooms just isn't easy. Our online teleconsultations bring a calm, attentive doctor to you, perfect for follow-ups, advice and prescriptions. Choose a time and we'll send you a secure link.

  • From home, work or anywhere that suits you
  • Prescriptions & sick notes where appropriate
  • Wonderful for follow-ups and peace of mind
Book a teleconsultation
Everyone is welcome

Honest, personal care, for everyone

You don't need medical aid to be looked after here. Green Medical Care welcomes every patient with warmth and respect, you simply settle, by cash or card, at your visit. No accounts to open, no admin before you book, no surprises.

  • Everyone welcome
  • No medical aid required
  • Pay at your visit
Questions, answered

Your questions, gently answered

A few of the things people most often ask about being cared for at Green Medical Care.

Still have a question? Contact us →

Green Medical Care is a private general practice at Shop 5, 53 Langalibalele Street (West Street entrance), in central Pietermaritzburg. You can book a doctor's consultation, a minor procedure, an online teleconsultation or a referral. Call 063 091 9353 or book online.

Green Medical Care keeps its private rates fair and affordable, and you don't need medical aid to be seen. You only pay at your visit. For current pricing, call or WhatsApp us on 063 091 9353, we're always happy to help.

Yes. Green Medical Care offers private online teleconsultations, a video or phone consultation with one of our doctors from the comfort of your home, ideal for follow-ups, advice and prescriptions. Book a time online or on WhatsApp (063 091 9353) and we'll send you a secure link.

Book online in under a minute using our booking page, choose a service, an optional doctor, and your preferred date and time. We'll confirm by phone or email. You can also call us on 063 091 9353.

Green Medical Care is open six days a week, Monday to Saturday, by appointment. Book online in under a minute or WhatsApp us on 063 091 9353 and we'll confirm a time that suits you.

No, you do not need medical aid. Green Medical Care welcomes private (cash-paying) patients with clear, upfront pricing, and payment is made at your visit.

Our patients are cared for by Dr Avela Fihla and Dr Siyabonga Shongwe, general practitioners registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), supported by a compassionate team.

Ready to feel better?

Book in under a minute, choose a service, a doctor and a time that suits you. We'll confirm by phone or email.