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Medico-Legal Association

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Prof Henry Lerm
Expertise: Education and training in various fields of the medico-legal discipline.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Education & Training in Law.
Prof Henry Lerm
46
Prof Ethelwynn Stellenberg
Expertise: SAMLA Chairperson; researcher in malpractice litigation; focus area: safe quality patient care; experience in medico-legal practice.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: To take SAMLA to greater heights and continue with good governance according to the Company Act. The goal is to strengthen the Foundation course, establish a footprint in Africa, and further develop mock trials and advanced mediation programs in medico-legal practice.
Prof Ethelwynn Stellenberg
46
Adv Clementine Makhoana
Expertise: Strategic leadership, healthcare industry expertise, legal insight (Advocate).
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: To contribute to SAMLA’s strategic positioning within the broader healthcare industry, while providing guidance on governance, compliance, and stakeholder engagement
Adv Clementine Makhoana
36
Adv Maryke Pienaar
Expertise: Specialised in mediation, RAF matters, and medical negligence matters.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Mediation, SAMLA newsletter, and communication.
Adv Maryke Pienaar
35
Attorney Naomi Williams
Expertise: Mediation and arbitration; attorney.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: National Deputy Chairperson: Legal and Chairperson: Disciplinary Committee.
Attorney Naomi Williams
34
Dr Stefan Jansen van Vuuren
Expertise: Forensic pathology; death investigation; expert witness in civil and criminal matters involving death causation.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: To reach out to medical and legal professionals through cooperative communication.
Dr Stefan Jansen van Vuuren
31
Dr Promise Korateng
Expertise: Radiological medicolegal expertise (adult and paediatric radiology), paediatric neuroradiology, education, and research.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Strengthening medicolegal education and training; advancing standards and compliance.
Dr Promise Korateng
30
Dr Mogori Mogashoa
Expertise: Organisational development, medico-legal practice administration, standards development (MBChB + Law).
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Organisational development and work toward financial sustainability.
Dr Mogori Mogashoa
30
Mr Johan Jordaan
Expertise: Treasurer/Attorney.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Treasurer responsibilities and financial oversight.
Mr Johan Jordaan
29
Mrs Carina Van de Wall
Expertise: Malpractice and clinical negligence in healthcare; risk management; nursing.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: National conference organiser; mediation facilitator.
Mrs Carina Van de Wall
29
Ms Shelley Broughton
Expertise: Occupational therapy (orthopaedic injuries, head and birth injuries, MVA, medical negligence & personal injury matters).
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Case management, medico-legal work, paediatric personal injury matters, marketing, and social media/website management.
Ms Shelley Broughon
28
Dr/Adv Santa-Marie Venter
Expertise: Orthopaedic surgery, RAF claims, medical negligence/practice, AMA Guides impairment calculations.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Assist in developing teaching aspects of medico-legal field.
Dr/Adv Santa-Marie Venter
28
Dr Khomotjo Matjila
Expertise: Medical negligence, RAF assessments, independent psychiatric assessments (psychiatrist).
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Board member currently on Credentialling and Transformation portfolio.
Dr Khomotjo Matjila
27
Adv Romeo Minnaar
Expertise: Medical Law, Labour Law, Criminal Law, Chairing Disciplinaries.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Ensure the Association grows and upholds its high standards of ethics and professionalism.
Adv Romeo Minnaar
27
Dr Ingrid Pooe
Expertise: Occupational medical practitioner with a diploma in Anaesthetics and an MBA, experienced in medico-legal support within the workers' compensation insurance sector, including COIDA section 90 and 91 tribunals and high court matters. Master Certified Independent Medical Examiner and freelance facilitator for FPD Evaluation of Permanent Impairment training based on the AMA Guides, as well as a SAMA Dispute Committee panel member.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Blend of clinical depth, executive governance, and medico-legal expertise.
Dr Ingrid Pooe
27
Dr Rosa Bredekamp
Expertise: Counselling Psychologist.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: SAMLA Business and Marketing Director.
Dr Rosa Bredekamp
27
Dr Luleca Gcawu
Expertise: Advanced midwife, academic, manager with 26 years of combined clinical and academic experience; PhD in malpractice litigation.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: To strengthen governance and ethical oversight by drawing on extensive experience in clinical and academic midwifery practice, legal-ethical matters, and research.
Dr Luleca Gcawu
24
Ms Retha Britz
Expertise: Organizing skills, facilitating/presenting informed consent, Medical Research.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Dedicate time as required + assist with improving communication and professionalism during webinars, communications, and courses offered by SAMLA.
Ms Retha Britz
20
Dr Andre Olivier
Expertise: Orthopaedic surgeon/expert.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Engage with GPs and specialists to establish healthy relationships with HPCSA and SAMLA.
Dr Andre Olivier
19
Dr Jacques West
Expertise: Over 37 years’ medico-legal experience.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Highly skilled in case management, medico-legal work, paediatric personal injury matters, marketing, and social media/website management. Would like to contribute in all these areas.
Dr Jacques West
18
Ms Deli Gumbi
Expertise: Compliance and Governance, Management and Leadership, Diversity and Inclusion (psychologist).
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Served on SABPP (2017–2020) and Psychology Board of HPCSA (2015–2025); brings governance and inclusion expertise.
Ms Deli Gumbi
17
Ms Lily Malatsi-Teffo
Expertise: Litigation (Civil, Commercial), Personal Injury (Medical Negligence/Malpractice/COIDA), Estates (Insolvency, Deceased).
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Strengthen corporate governance, enhance visibility and relevance, drive empowerment and transformation, and foster growth.
Ms Lily Malatsi-Teffo
16
Mrs Nomvuyo Molefe
Expertise: Personal injury & road accident claims; nursing.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: HR development, policy creation, learning material development, and facilitation of learning.
Mrs Nomvuyo Molefe
16
Ms Dawn Hector
Expertise: General nursing practice, critical care, emergency care, nursing education, leadership, and management. Masters in Nursing; student in medico-legal practice.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: To advocate for ethical and medico-legal literacy and practices from a nursing perspective.
Ms Dawn Hector
12
Dr Janani Naidoo
Expertise: Otorhinolaryngology, medical malpractice/negligence.
Proposed contribution/development to SAMLA: Promote safe practices, encourage mediation, and improve communication between legal and medical practitioners.
Dr Janani Naidoo
8
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