Specialist anaesthetist:  Dr Werner Reinach

Specialist anaesthetist: Dr Werner Reinach

One of the last faces you’ll see before you doze off for your transforming nasal surgery is that of the Nose Clinic’s principle consultant specialist anaesthetist — Dr Werner Reinach, MD. Dr Reinach will keep you safe and comfortable during surgery. He is also responsible for the Nose Clinic’s surgical monitoring equipment and meticulous medical regime, and oversees the immediate post-operative medication. A graduate of South Africa’s University of Pretoria, Dr Reinach obtained his Masters Degree Cum Laude. He entered private practice as a specialist anaesthesiologist with a particular interest in open-heart anaesthesia.

He later became fascinated with the field of conscious sedation, which led to him teaming up with the Nose Clinic’s specialist surgeon, Dr Swanepoel. The result of their pioneering research was the development of the internationally recognised technique of Conscious Sedation for nasal surgery. Thanks to this safe, pain-free technique, you will not be subjected to the risks associated with general anaesthesia — and you will see swifter healing and swifter results. Academic qualifications: MB ChB (UP), ECFMG (USA), MMed (Anaesthesiology) Cum Laude, FCA (SA).

Communications Manager:  Robert Fysh

Communications Manager, Robert Fysh

Robert has, over 30 years, worked on newspapers, magazines, television, radio and the development of websites. He works closely with our surgeon, Dr Pieter Swanepoel, on writing medical papers, devising presentations for medical audiences and corresponding with patients about Rhinoplasty and surgery at the Nose Clinic. He also oversees the Nose Clinic website and manages online communication with patients.

Principle theatre sister:  Matron Joey Dreyer

Principle theatre sister: Matron Joey Dreyer

The matron and principle theatre sister at the Nose Clinic, Matron Joey Dreyer, is responsible for theatre coordination, discipline and instruments. It is to her credit that, since the Clinic’s inception, we’ve not had a single case of sepsis. Before joining the Nose Clinic, matron Dreyer worked as a tutor sister and head matron in training and private hospitals in Pretoria.

Practice coordinator, patient facilitator and public relations officer:   Angela Eales

Practice coordinator, patient facilitator and public relations officer: Angela Eales

For the past 30 years, Angela Eales has been at the frontline of the Nose Clinic’s professional activities. Her responsibilities range from scheduling appointments and bookings to arranging surgery and handling accounts. Her empathy, insight and warm personality ensure that you will be taken care of at every stage of your Nose Clinic experience.