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Moira Wilson Physiotherapists Incorporated

Moira Wilson Physiotherapists Incorporated is a physiotherapy practice based in Milpark Hospital, Johannesburg. Milpark Hospital is a Level 1 Trauma Centre that provides the highest level of trauma care available, specializing in comprehensive diagnosis and treatment of patients with the most severe injuries.

Although the majority of the practice is based in the hospital, we also have outpatient rooms at the hospital where we treat a variety of conditions including burns, polytrauma and musculoskeletal conditions. The practice was started in 1999 by Moira Wilson, although she has been working at Milpark Hospital since 1990.

All our physiotherapists are first line practitioners, which means a patient can go directly to the physiotherapist and there is no need for a doctor’s referral.

Due to the Level 1 status of the Trauma and Burns Unit, there is physiotherapy 365 days a year, including weekends and Public Holidays and there is an on-call list of physiotherapists outside of normal hospital working hours.

Medical excellence provided by the best people delivering the best care possible. Through our collaborative and cohesive practice we are a "Can Do" team.

Professional Bodies

All our physiotherapists are registered with Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA) and are members of the South African Society of Physiotherapy (SASP).

Most of our physiotherapists belong to special interest groups to enhance their knowledge and keep abreast of developments in physiotherapy. Most are members of the Critical Care Society of South Africa and all physiotherapists in the practice are CPR trained.

Moira is on the Coding Committee of SASP and is the Private Sector Representative on the SASP finance committee. She has worked with several attorneys, including one of the big 5 with regards to Medico Legal Assessments.

Services

Moira Wilson Physiotherapists deals mainly with the treatment of patients who are admitted to hospital due to severe life threatening injuries through traumatic accident / incident. This includes but is not limited only to lower limb fractures, upper limb fractures, spinal fractures and many other musculoskeletal and soft tissue conditions. We also treat polytrauma and burns, the latter being Moira’s special area of focus.

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About our experienced team of physiotherapists

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Our Mission

Our Vision

We believe in a “hands-on” personal approach, providing patients with comprehensive, high quality, professional physiotherapy. We invest in our physiotherapists’ professional growth to ensure a compassionate, knowledgeable diverse team of physiotherapists.

Our vision is to continue to deliver a unique brand of physiotherapy and offer the best care and health possible every time.

We aim to be distinguished by our clinical excellence and the quality of our physiotherapists.

Physiotherapists

Moira qualified in 1978 in Glasgow, Scotland and received the prize for the best student in her final year from all 3 Physiotherapy schools combined in the City.


She moved to South Africa in 1980 and commenced work at Mines Benefit Hospital Johannesburg.

 

She commenced Private practice in 1990 at Milpark Hospital working in the Neurosurgical unit ran by Dr F.D.Snyckers.


After a year or so Milpark opened their Trauma unit and she was approached to supply a physiotherapy service, whilst continuing with the Neuro Surgical I.C.U. Moira has completed various courses, including O.M.T. 1 Dry Needling and a variety of Medico legal courses.

 

She is a member of C.P.R.G. Special interest group.

 

Moira has been fortunate to contribute to a new textbook in physiotherapy called Cardiopulmonary Physiotherapy in Trauma. This offers valuable insight into advanced trauma life support and acute care management of patients in the trauma setting. This includes the physiotherapy treatment aims, intervention strategies and precautions to treatment. The book is to be launched on 16 September 2015 at Wits.

Moira, on the left

ASAIPA Certificate awarded to Moira for Practitioners contributing to Independent Private Practice

Moira Wilson – Microneedling Certificate

Queen Mary University of London – Master of Science with Distinction in Burn Care

Nicole Murphy is our youngest physiotherapist and qualified in 2015 from the University of the Witwatersrand with a B.sc in Physiotherapy.

Community service completed at Leratong Hospital with experience gained in Orthopaedics, Medical, Neurology and Paediatrics patients, with a special interest in Respiratory rehabilitation the Intensive Care Unit.

Joined the practice in April 2017 and gaining experience in the Trauma & Neuro Surgical I.C.U Completed courses in Advanced Taping & Respiratory refresher courses

Shanu graduated in 1995 with a B.sc in Physiotherapy from the University of Westville, Durban.

She worked in various practices in Durban including Addington Hospital and St Augustine’s During her time in Durban she worked with a variety of conditions including Cardiothoracic and Surgical I.c.u. Orthopaedics, and Treatment of Spinal conditions.

She relocated to Johannesburg in 2003 and joined the practice in October 2004 and she has worked in the various disciplines including Trauma, Burns, Neurosurgical I.C.U. where she treats a wide variety of neurological and neuro surgical conditions.

Furthering her knowledge continually she has attended courses in Hand Therapy, Cervicogenic headache, Mirror therapy, Treatment and pharmacology of Drugs used in Musculo Skeletal disorders. She has attended the Pain Congress and various Critical Care congresses updating her knowledge continually.

Andrea qualified in 2008 from the University of the Witwatersrand with a B.sc in Physiotherapy. She did her community service in Chris Hani Baragwaneth (C.H.B.H. )where she gained experience in Neurology, Medical, Trauma, and Paediatrics and out patients.

In 2010 she was promoted to Senior Physio running the Trauma Unit at C.H.B.H.
Her duties included education, and supervision of the 3 rd and 4 th Year Students from Wits.

She joined the practice in 2011 and has worked in Trauma I.C.U, Neuro surgical I.C.U.and Burns I.C.U.where her interests lie in respiratory and Physical rehabilitation.

Andrea has completed courses in I.C.F. Dry Needling, Taping, and Lower Quadrant.

She completed her C.P.T.1 Qualification in 2014 and is a member of the C.P.R.G. special interest group.

She represented the practice in 2013 at the World Transplant Games in Durban where she was part of the Medical team giving physiotherapy to various athletes.

Kisayne graduated in 2008 from University of Witwatersrand, She completed her Community Service at Chris Hani Baragwaneth Hospital (C.H.B.H.)

After her community service she remained at the hospital for a further 14 months where her main focus was on Elective Orthopedics and the supervision of university students from Wits.

She has completed a postgraduate course in C.P.R.G. where the focus is on the Critically ill patient.

Kisayne is presently a Supervisor for 3rd and 4 Th year students from the University of Witwatersrand and is affiliated with the University.

Kisayne represented the practice at the World Transplant Games in 2013 in Durban where she was part of the medical team giving physiotherapy to various athletes competing in the games.

Giselle graduated from the University of the Witwatersrand as a qualified physiotherapist in 2016. She completed her Community Service Year at Pholosong Hospital, where she gained experience working in medical, surgical, orthopaedic and paediatric wards. She also worked in the ICU with a special interest in respiratory rehabilitation with trauma patients. Giselle joined the practice in January 2018 and is gaining experience working in the Trauma Unit.

Sanjna graduated in 1999 with a B. Physiotherapy from the University of Durban Westville. In 2004 she obtained her Masters in Sports Science from the University of Kwa-Zulu Natal.

She worked at King Edward VIII and Inkosi Albert Luthuli hospitals before moving overseas to work at Sheikh Khalifa Medical Centre, where she was promoted to supervisor of the physiotherapy department.

Sanjna has worked in a variety of fields including cardiothoracic rehabilitation, orthopedics, spinal and neurology, paediatrics, ICU and sports. Her experiences include setting up a cardiac rehab unit, formulating and implementing protocols, student and staff training, sitting as an examiner for the Health Authority Abu Dhabi.

Over the years, Sanjna has completed and attended many courses including taping and acupuncture.

She relocated to Johannesburg in 2011. Since then she has been in private practice and has worked as a locum physiotherapist at Milpark. She joined the practice as a permanent member in 2019.

Tatum Michael qualified at Wits University in 2017 with a BSc (Hons) in Physiotherapy. Prior to this she completed her Bachelor of Health Science with Honours.

Tatum completed her community service year at Heidelberg Hospital where she gained experience working in a variety of fields which include paediatric, medical and neurological patients.

She has completed courses in dry needling, neurological rehabilitation and respiratory refresher courses.

Tatum has a special interest in respiratory rehabilitation in an intensive care setting. She joined the practice in January 2019 and is currently gaining further experience in the Trauma ICU.

Admin Staff

Anna Longano is our Practice Manager and General Administrator.

Having worked in the medical industry for over 25 years, from Podiatry and Ophthalmology all the way to Reconstructive surgery, she’s seen and done it all. There’s not much that she cannot accomplish and this makes her a valuable asset to our team.

Hi, my name is Amanda Naidoo. I do the private and IOD claims administration for Moira Wilson Physiotherapy. I qualified as a beauty therapist and working oversees for 2 and half years.

When I came back I decided on a career change and went into accounts where I have been for the last 12 years. I absolutely love it and especially even now in the Medical Sector. It comes with its own a new challenges.

I am Belinda Swart, your Medical Claims Administrator at Moira Wilson’s Physiotherapy Practice. I have more than 25 years of Debtors experience and worked in the Medical Field for 5 years.

I am in Liason with the Medical Aids for your Authorisation numbers, Benefits and Claims.

Consulting Hours

Our practice hours are from 7.00 am till 4.00 pm Monday to Friday. We also operate an on-call rotation system for any trauma patients requiring physiotherapy.

Contact Details


Physical Address: Lower Level San Souci Suites Milpark Hospital, 9 Guild Road, Parktown, Johannesburg

Email: physio.acc2@icon.co.za