DR Steven Pretorius

About & Services

Meet Dr Steven Pretorius

Dr Steven Pretorius is a warm, approachable family doctor with dual qualifications in Medicine and Pharmacy. As a father of two young boys and a daughter, he is especially comfortable working with children — and brings deep clinical insight into complex adult health.

Approach to Care

Dr Pretorius believes in:

  • Treating patients as whole individuals

  • Taking time to listen, understand, and guide

  • Using evidence-based medical practice

  • Encouraging preventative health

  • Designing personalised treatment plans

  • Supporting long-term wellness

Qualifications

1985
Dip PHARM – Diploma in Pharmacy
Port Elizabeth Technicon
1994
MBChB – Bachelor of Medicine & Bachelor of Surgery
Stellenbosch University
2016
IME – Independent Medical Examiner
American Board of Independent Medical Examiners
2016
Medicolegal Consultant
South African Medico-Legal Association (SAMLA)
2018
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Claassen & Claassen Training
2018
PALS – Paediatric Advanced Life Support
Claassen & Claassen Training
2018
BLS – Basic Life Support
Claassen & Claassen Training
2020
Ketamine Assisted Therapy
Silver Lakes Medical Practice
2024
Medicinal Cannabis Practitioner
IntroCann Medicinal Cannabis Academy

What Makes Us Different?

  • Time-Based Consultations: Book exactly the time you need.

  • ❤️ Family-Centered Care: From babies to grandparents, every patient matters.

  • 🌿 Wellness First: Comprehensive, 2–3 hour wellness assessments available for adults.

Areas of Special Interest

  • Chronic Conditions: Hypertension, diabetes, cholesterol, asthma, thyroid, mental health

  • Weight Management: Semaglutide & Tirzepatide injections (adults & teens 12+)

  • Medicinal Cannabis & Psychedelic-Assisted Therapy: Depression, anxiety, pain, IBS, more

  • Men’s Health: Testosterone, intimacy issues, hormonal balance

  • Medicolegal Consultations: Negligence cases, RAF, Insurance & Employment disputes

General Medical Services

We provide a complete range of GP services for adults, children, and families.

✔ General Consultations
  • Colds, flu, infections
  • Fever, cough, sore throat
  • Stomach issues
  • Headaches & migraines
  • Minor injuries
  • Allergies & skin conditions
✔ Chronic Disease Management
  • Hypertension
  • Diabetes
  • Asthma
  • Thyroid disorders
  • High cholesterol
  • Autoimmune conditions
✔ Women’s Health
  • Hormone evaluations
  • Contraception guidance
  • Menopause support
  • Wellness screenings
✔ Men’s Health
  • Prostate screening
  • Testosterone & hormonal concerns
  • Lifestyle & cardiac health management
✔ Child & Family Care
  • Paediatric consultations
  • Growth & development monitoring
  • Childhood illness care
✔ Preventative & Routine Health Checks
  • Annual health exams
  • Screening tests
  • Blood work
  • ECG (if available)
  • Lifestyle & health optimisation
✔ Medical Documentation
  • Sick notes
  • Fitness certificates
  • Insurance & medical reports
  • Travel documentation
✔ Weight Management
  • Hormone analysis
  • GLP-1 injectables
  • Semaglutide (Ozempic)
  • Tirzepatide (Mounjaro)

Comprehensive Medical Assessment – What’s Included

General Examination

  • Comprehensive Health & Risk History
  • Complete Physical Examination
  • Blood Pressure / Pulse / Oxygen / ENT / Lungs / Heart / Abdomen
  • Weight / Height / BMI / Waist:Hip Ratio
  • Skin Check (moles / tags)
  • Urine Analysis
  • Lung Function Test

Specialised Assessments

  • Male Sexual Health (Prostate, Erectile Function)
  • Female Gynae Health (Breast Exam / Pap Smear)
  • Treadmill ECG Cardiac Assessment
  • Chronic Medication Review
  • Repeat Scripts
  • Vaccination Schedule Updates

Additional Tests (If Required)

  • Cholesterol
  • Diabetes
  • Full Blood Count
  • Kidney & Liver Functions
  • Thyroid Hormones
  • Calcium / Magnesium / Iron
  • PSA (Prostate)
  • Testosterone
  • Menopause Screen
  • Uric Acid (Gout)
  • HIV
  • Chest X-ray, Abdominal Ultrasound
  • Mammogram, Bone Density
  • Colonoscopy / Gastroscopy