Take the 2-minute check
A few questions to see which programme may suit you, and when it's better to see someone in person.
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Not for under-18s
Our programmes are for adults
Children and teenagers need care that's designed for them. Your family doctor is the best place to start, and they can refer you to a specialist if needed.
The weight programme may suit you
A consult with one of our doctors is a sensible next step
BMI is only a starting point. It doesn't account for muscle, age or family background, which is why a doctor looks at the whole picture before anything is decided.
What happens next: book a 30-minute video consult (R650, paid to the practice). If you and your doctor decide to go ahead, your membership starts then. Not before.
The full programme probably isn't the right fit
Your weight is close to the healthy range
A medical weight programme is unlikely to add much for you. Steady habits will do more: protein at every meal, strength training twice a week, and a regular sleep window.
If you'd still like a doctor's opinion, you're welcome to book a consult.
Please speak to your own doctor
Your BMI is below the usual healthy range
A weight-loss programme isn't right for you. If you've lost weight without trying, or you're worried about your weight or eating, please see your GP. They can check for causes and support you.
If eating feels hard to talk about, SADAG offers free, confidential support.
Please speak to your own doctor first
This programme isn't the right place to start
- Weight-loss programmes aren't suitable during pregnancy, while breastfeeding, or when you're trying to conceive. Your doctor or midwife can help with healthy weight during this time.
- Because you've had an eating disorder, we'd rather your own doctor or a specialist guides any change to your weight. You deserve support built for that. SADAG offers free, confidential support.
- After weight-loss surgery, your surgical team is best placed to guide the next steps.
- With type 1 diabetes, changes to food and weight need to be planned with your diabetes team.
If your circumstances change, you're welcome to take the check again.
Get seen in person today
Please don't wait for an online appointment
What you've described can be a sign of an injury that needs an examination, or treatment, today.
- Back pain with loss of bladder or bowel control is an emergency. Go to your nearest emergency unit now.
- Not being able to put weight on it or use it can mean a fracture or a serious ligament injury.
- Numbness, tingling or weakness can mean a nerve is involved.
- Severe swelling, a deformity or an open wound needs to be looked at directly.
- Fever with pain can be a sign of infection.
- Injuries after a fall, accident or high-speed impact should be checked in person.
Go to your nearest emergency unit or casualty department, or call 10177 for an ambulance (112 from a mobile).
Once you've been seen, our recovery programme can help with the rehab.
Give it a little time
Most strains and sprains improve a lot in the first two weeks
For now: protect it from whatever made it worse, keep it moving gently within comfort, and build back up bit by bit. Pain that's settling day by day is a good sign.
If it isn't clearly better after two weeks, or you'd simply like a doctor to look at it now, book an assessment. If anything gets worse quickly, get seen in person.
The recovery programme may suit you
A doctor's assessment is a sensible next step
Injuries that hang around for more than a couple of weeks usually need a plan, not just rest. Your doctor will assess it by video, rule out anything that needs urgent care, and refer you to a physio or biokineticist near you.
What happens next: book an assessment (R650, paid to the practice). The six-week programme costs R1 450 and only starts if you decide to go ahead.
The longevity programme may suit you
Start with a baseline consult and blood panel
At your age, most of the benefit comes from the basics: strength, fitness, sleep and not smoking. The programme still works for you, but a single check-up may be all you need for now.
Keep your current doctor involved and bring a list of your medicines to the consult. With your permission, we can share a summary with them.
Bring your recent blood results. Your doctor may not need to repeat every test.
What happens next: book a baseline consult (R650, paid to the practice). Your doctor will arrange the blood tests, then go through the results with you.