Open & laparoscopic surgeries of the gallbladder, liver and pancreas.
Open & laparoscopic surgeries of the gallbladder, liver and pancreas.
DR JOHAN VAN BELJON – SPECIALIST SURGEON
Dr van Beljon’s main field of interest is Hepato-Pancreato-Biliary (HPB) Surgery and he offers both open and laparoscopic surgery. He has completed more than 4 000 laparoscopic cholecystectomies, over 200 Whipple procedures and more than 200 liver resections. He also has a special interest in other major and complex cancer surgeries.
Although Dr van Beljon specialises in HPB surgery, he also offers general surgeries. He prides himself on offering state of the art treatment and an honest opinion.
HEPATO-PANCREATIC-BILIARY SURGERIES
GALLBLADDER SURGERY
Gallbladder surgery is quite often performed for gallstones and other pathologies like gallbladder cancer.
LIVER SURGERY
Surgical disease of the liver is rare, but when portions need be removed, the liver is able to regenerate itself.
PANCREATIC SURGERY
Surgical disease of the pancreas are rare, but the pancreas is typically removed when cancerous.
PROFESSIONAL PATIENT CARE
Our practice is characterised by a multidisciplinary team approach and typically includes the involvement of an anaesthetist, physician, radiologist, physiotherapist and dietician. Each patient benefits from a treatment regime specific to their needs.
ABOUT DR VAN BELJON
Dr van Beljon completed his medical degree in 1994 (Surgery Cum laude). During his studies, he realised that surgery was his passion. He completed his post graduate studies in 2000, obtaining both a master’s degree ((MMED (Surg)) and a Fellowship in Surgery ((FCS (SA)).