dr ortel Inc

060 592 9558

DR. RANDALL ORTEL INC.

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Specialist Family Physician in Mitchells Plain, Cape Town

Dr. Ortel is a trusted family physician offering a wide range of healthcare services, from routine check-ups to specialized medical treatments.
Serving Mitchells Plain, Watergate Village and the Cape Flats.

Chronic Disease Management

Women’s & Men’s Health

15 years of experience. Trusted by thousands of families.
We accept most major medical aids. Telemedicine available.

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Welcome to the Dr Ortel Practice

Dr. Randall Ortel is your trusted family physician and occupational health specialist in Mitchells Plain, Cape Town. We provide compassionate, patient-centered care for the whole family, including chronic disease management, vaccinations, workplace medicals and preventative health screenings. With over a decade of experience and a Master’s in Medicine from UCT, Dr. Ortel is dedicated to serving the Cape Flats community with accessible, high-quality healthcare.

JOIN THE WATERGATE MEDICAL CENTRE TEAM

Build a meaningful practice. Serve the community you know.

Watergate Medical Centre is building a trusted multidisciplinary healthcare team in Mitchell’s Plain. We welcome qualified, compassionate professionals who want to deliver accessible, high-quality care while helping shape a modern local medical centre. Whether you are an established practitioner, a clinician looking to expand your service offering or a healthcare professional seeking meaningful community impact, we would value hearing from you.

Multidisciplinary care

Work alongside a growing network of medical, diagnostic and allied healthcare professionals focused on coordinated patient care.

Opportunity to grow

Help build a respected local service, develop your professional footprint and serve patients close to home.

Supported practice environment

Focus on patient care while benefiting from reception, patient administration, billing and medical aid claims support.

Medical Services

A Comprehensive Range Of Treatments

Comprehensive primary care for families in Mitchells Plain, covering over 100 common conditions with expert diagnosis and treatment.

Expert management of chronic diseases like diabetes, hypertension, arthritis and heart disease for all ages in Mitchells Plain.

Convenient blood sample collection at our Mitchells Plain practice, with quick turnaround on accurate lab results for cholesterol, glucose, HIV, etc

Diagnosis and treatment of bone and joint conditions, including arthritis, fractures and osteoporosis.

We offer a wide range of health screenings and diagnostic test collections, with analysis done by accredited laboratories

We offer ECG’s (electrocardiograms) to assess heart function, book at our Mitchells Plain practice.

Kid-friendly pediatric care, growth monitoring and acute illness management

why choose us

Experienced and Qualified Specialist Family Physician

Looking for a trusted family doctor in Mitchells Plain or the Cape Flats? Dr. Randall Ortel is a board-certified Specialist Family Physician with over 15 years of experience, dedicated to providing expert, patient-centered care for the whole family. Our practice is known for clinical excellence, compassion and a commitment to the health of our local community.

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Expertise

Our team includes highly skilled, board-certified physician and healthcare professionals with extensive experience in family medicine, chronic disease management and preventative care. We stay up to date with the latest medical advancements to ensure you receive the best possible treatment.

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Multidisciplinary Team

We offer a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach. Working with specialists, nurse and allied health professionals to provide comprehensive care for complex conditions. This ensures every patient receives personalized, holistic treatment tailored to their unique needs.

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our cases study

Most Common Cases Treated at Dr. Ortel’s Practice

At Dr. Ortel’s practice in Mitchells Plain, we manage a wide range of common and complex medical cases with expert, compassionate care. Here are some of the conditions we frequently treat:

sTROKE

Acute Ischemic Stroke with Thrombolytic Therapy

Rapid assessment and management of stroke symptoms, including emergency thrombolytic therapy and ongoing rehabilitation support for better recovery outcomes.

RESPIRATORY HEALTH

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)

Comprehensive care for COPD, including diagnosis, medication management and lifestyle support to improve breathing and quality of life in the Cape Flats community.

Blood Pressure

Management of Severe Hypertension

Expert monitoring and treatment of high blood pressure, reducing the risk of heart attack, stroke and kidney disease for patients in Mitchells Plain.

Pediatrics

Diabetic Ketoacidosis in Children

Specialized care for children with diabetes, including emergency management of diabetic ketoacidosis and long-term support for families.

Cardiology

Acute Myocardial Infarction in an Elderly Patient

Immediate intervention and care for heart attacks, with a focus on prevention, recovery and heart health education for older adults

ORTHOPEDICS

Spinal and Bone Health: Managing Back Pain and other Injuries

Expert diagnosis and treatment of spinal conditions, back pain, and bone injuries. Helping patients regain mobility and quality of life.

doctors

Meet Dr Ortel

Dr. Randall Ortel is a registered Specialist Family Physician with a Master’s in Medicine from UCT and specialist training from Stellenbosch University. He is passionate about accessible, preventative healthcare and serves the broader Cape Flats community.
“Healing is not only a science, but also a partnership rooted in compassion, trust and understanding.”

specialist

Dr. Randall Ortel

MMed Fam Med (UCT), FCFP (SA). MBCHB (Stell. Univ, Dip Occ Med cum laude (Stell. Univ) DpPEC (SA) DipObs (SA), FEC (UCT)

frequently asked questions

Answers To Common Questions.

For more information, browse our comprehensive knowledge base.

Do you accept walk-ins or do I need an appointment?

To offer you the best service we advise that you fill in the easy booking form

What medical aids do you accept?

We accept most of the popular medical aids, if uncertain ask one of our staff

Do you offer blood tests at your practice?

Yes, we collect blood samples on-site and send them to trusted labs for testing.

Can I book a telemedicine consultation?

Yes! Telemedicine and video consultations are available for your convenience.

patient reviews

What Our Patients Say.

The service is very good i rate it 10/10. Everyone is so friendly. Keep it up Dr and the team. In addition, the hygiene 👌 the surgery is very neat and peaceful. I will recommend anyone to visit his surgery. I also like the fact that he will take his time to explain everything and make sure that the patient understands what he is saying. I am very happy with the service

Lendy Dayimani Patient

I had such a pleasant experience on my 1st visit to Dr. Randall's Medi Centre :). The doctor explained my condition in a way that I could understand, and I felt comfortable asking questions. The whole staff was very warm and welcoming, and my concerns were genuinely listened to. I will definitely use them again for my future checkups!!!

Sinazo Sovili Patient

Oh i don't have enough words, i was so impressed. I was suffering with something for almost a year but until i changed the doctor and came to Dr Ortel and he helped me..now I am 100%.

Faye Kolobile Patient

I definitely recommend Dr. Ortel to anyone. He understands the human factor and explains things in simple terms that any patient can understand. He always strives to give his best to his patients. Thanks for Dr Ortel and team for continued support.

Carmen Hartnick Patient

Excellent. Helpfull and a joy as my doctor as he explains conditions in a way I can understand.

Tertuis Simmers Patient

Coming into Dr Ortels practise after being in a hospital bed for more than a week, lost, confused..Scared.. I was welcomed by the most friendliest staff..Dr Randal Explained in depth what I needed to hear and know. I felt a sigh of Relief with assurance and peace of Mind I can luve a much more healthier life style. Dr Ortel is a Remarkable Doctor with so much patience and Passion! I rate this practise a Solid 10/10

Sean Bratz Patient

We are contracted to most major medical aids in south africa

Working Hours

9.00 AM - 18.00 PM

9.00 AM - 13.00 PM

Fast and agile service

We provide high quality, patient centered healthcare services