Welcome to our warm & holistic GP practice in Paarl

First of all

Our promise to you...

At our practice we are dedicated to providing exceptional evidence based medical care to our patients. With a passion for helping others, we strive to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can feel comfortable and supported on your journey to wellbeing.

Your doctor

Dr Carla Marais

Dr Carla Marais is a lover of community, nature, gardening and her beautiful family. She is passionate about wellbeing to the whole family and empowering her patients to make healthier decisions to improve longevity. She offers integrative care with a genuine heart and pours her soul into caring for the patient in front of her.

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acute care

We treat your day to day concerns, flu's, stomach pains etc. We script sparingly and believe in antibiotic stewardship. Are you experiencing any new symptoms? We will assist.

chronic conditions

We provide comprehensive care for various chronic conditions like hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, metabolic syndrome, asthma etc

mental health

The awareness about the mental health burden in our communities have increased over the last few years. We assess and help treat for depression, anxiety, insomnia and other mental health conditions when needed.

Our services

paediatrics and adolescent health

We treat common paediatric complaints and love educating and empowering adolescents to take care of their ever changing bodies.

reproductive health

We do pap smears, breast examinations, contraception and menopausal wellbeing.

annual medicals

Prevention is better than cure. We can assist with comprehensive medicals, ECGs, blood tests etc

Flu season is upon us.

You have a beautiful and intricate immune system that is designed to look after you and fight off infections.

Helpful tips:

• Get your flu vaccine

• Hydrate! Drink lots of water.

• Sleep enough

• Eat a rainbow with LOTS of fresh produce

• Exercise moderately

• Give your immune response time to work and rest.

We are also passionate about

As followers of Jesus Christ we believe in being His hands and feet. Together with various Non Profit Organisations we supply relief & medical care to those who need it most. We have a weekly outreach clinic at a local soup kitchen and provide relief where the need arises.

Please contact us if you are a local medical professional and you would like to lend a helping hand or if you would like to support our efforts.

Wholehearted wellbeing

Wholehearted wellbeing is a state of being that encompasses every aspect of our lives. It is the feeling of complete contentment and satisfaction, where our physical, mental, and emotional health are in perfect harmony. When we achieve wholehearted wellbeing, we experience a deep sense of fulfillment and joy. It means taking care of ourselves holistically, nourishing our bodies with nutritious food, engaging in regular exercise, and getting enough restful sleep. It also involves nurturing our minds through continuous learning and self-reflection, and cultivating positive relationships with ourselves and others. Wholehearted wellbeing is about finding balance and embracing self-care as an essential part of our daily routines. It requires us to be intentional in our actions and choices, and to prioritize our own well-being above all else. Ultimately, wholehearted wellbeing allows us to lead a meaningful and purposeful life.

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Contact Dr Carla Marais

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