Dr Marietjie van der Merwe

Dr. Marietjie van der Merwe has 5 years of experience in general practice, having completed her MBBS in 2016 from University of Pretoria in South Africa. After completing her medical degree, Dr. van der Merwe worked in various healthcare settings in South Africa, gaining experience in general medicine and primary care. She moved to Australia in 2019 to continue her medical career and is currently practicing as a General Practitioner in Wagga Wagga. Dr. van der Merwe is committed to providing comprehensive care and focuses on preventive health, chronic disease management, and patient education.

Dr. van der Merwe has been involved in research related to general medicine, particularly focusing on chronic disease management and early intervention. Her research includes the study of preventive health strategies and the role of general practitioners in managing long-term conditions like diabetes, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. Dr. van der Merwe is passionate about improving patient outcomes through holistic healthcare.

• Best Intern of the Year (University of Pretoria, 2016)

• Excellence in General Practice (Wagga Wagga Healthcare Group, 2021)

Dr. Marietjie van der Merwe has contributed to articles in general medicine, focusing on chronic disease management and early interventions in primary care. Her work emphasizes the importance of preventive healthcare, particularly in the context of general practice. She has written about patient education and the role of general practitioners in community health and chronic disease prevention.