Website: www.orthopaedicsurgeon-capetown.co.za
Effective Date: 09 December 2025
 

1. General Information Only

The information provided on www.orthopaedicsurgeon-capetown.co.za is intended for general informational and educational purposes only.
It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. All content, including articles, images, explanations of conditions, surgical procedures, recovery information, or general guidance, is provided to help visitors better understand orthopaedic topics — not to provide specific medical direction.

2. No Doctor–Patient Relationship

Use of this Website does not establish a doctor–patient relationship between the user and any orthopaedic specialist associated with this Website.
A formal doctor–patient relationship is established only after an in-person or virtual consultation, clinical assessment, and acceptance by the practice.

3. Not Personalised Medical Advice

Although the Website may describe orthopaedic conditions, symptoms, treatment options, rehabilitation principles, or surgical procedures, this information:

may not apply to your specific condition,

should not be used to make decisions about your health, treatment, or surgery,

must never replace a consultation with a qualified medical practitioner.

Only a licensed healthcare professional can evaluate your unique circumstances, perform appropriate examinations or imaging, and make personalised recommendations.

4. Seek Professional Medical Attention

If you experience pain, injury, mobility issues, or any concerning symptom:

Do not rely solely on Website content,

Do not delay seeking care,

Do consult a qualified orthopaedic surgeon or medical professional immediately.

Call emergency services if you are experiencing a medical emergency.

5. Accuracy and Completeness of Information

While every effort is made to provide reliable and updated information, the Practice does not guarantee:

the accuracy, completeness, or relevance of Website content,

that medical information reflects the latest clinical research or guidelines,

that conditions or treatments are described in full detail.

Orthopaedic medicine evolves over time, and treatment approaches may change. The Practice has no obligation to update Website content.

6. No Liability

Neither the Practice nor any of its representatives shall be held responsible or liable for:

any actions taken based on Website information,

any harm, loss, injury, or damage resulting from your reliance on this Website,

any misunderstanding or misuse of the content,

typographical errors or outdated material.

Use of the Website is at your own risk.

7. External Links

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, medical resources, articles, or external platforms.
These links are provided for convenience only.
The Practice does not endorse, control, or guarantee the accuracy or safety of information provided on external websites. Accessing third-party links is at your own risk.

8. No Guarantee of Surgical Outcomes

Descriptions of procedures, surgical methods, recovery timelines or expected outcomes are general guidelines.
Actual outcomes depend on many factors, including:

patient health,

severity of condition,

anatomical differences,

compliance with rehabilitation,

surgical complexity,

individual healing capability.

Nothing on this Website should be interpreted as a guarantee of results.

9. Use at Your Own Risk

By using www.orthopaedicsurgeon-capetown.co.za, you acknowledge and agree that:

the content may not apply to you;

you are responsible for verifying information with a qualified medical professional;

the Practice is not liable for decisions made based on Website content.

10. Contact the Practice for Personal Medical Advice

For personalised orthopaedic assessment, treatment recommendations or diagnosis, please contact the Practice directly using the contact details provided on the Website.