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LABORATORY AND

UNIT PERSONNEL

Gerrit Laubscher

GAUTENG

I have been practicing Histology as a Histology Medical Technician for the past 25 years. I worked for AMPATH for seven years and seventeen years for Lancet laboratories.

I performed the duties of a laboratory manager for eight of the years at Lancet. I joined Skinmatters in 2016 where I am currently practicing.

Stephen Southey

WESTERN CAPE

I have qualified as a medical Histo Technologist in 2009.

I was based at NHLS Tygerberg Hospital for 11 years of which I was the Laboratory supervisor for the last 2 years. 

Thereafter I joined Pathcare in Somerset West for the next 3 years.

I have joined the Skinmatters Mohs Laboratory in Somerset West with Dr Johann De Wet in April 2021

 

 

 

Elize van Der Merwe

GAUTENG

I am a qualified and registered Medical Technologist. I joined the Mohs team in September 2018 and is currently practicing as Histology Technologist at Skinmatters Mohs Micrographic Surgery in Skin cancer.

Practicing Histology since 1994.

Qualifications:

  • NDT Microbiology
  • NDT Immunology

Medical Histology Technician
Experience:

  • Du Buisson Laboratories
  • Dyson & Partners
  • Lancet Laboratories.

Ilze Lamprecht

Gauteng

I am involved in the field of Dermatology as a Practice Manager since 2003.

Before becoming involved in Dermatology, I was the Practice Manager & Medical assistant to a General Medical Practice since 1996. Did reception duties, billing, collections, practice management & also assisted in dental procedures such as Implant placements & extractions for a leading Maxillo Facial Surgeon. I assisted a General Surgeon with setting up a new practice and also help with procedures such as Gastroscopies.

In 2009 I took up the responsibility as General Manager of the LCM Skin and Laser Clinic and assisted in establishing this facility as an admirable benchmark in the industry of Dermatology. This outstanding clinic provides support to nine Specialist Dermatologists.

I become involved with the visionary Skinmatters in 2013 who pioneered Mohs surgery under the accomplished guidance of Specialist Dermatologist Dr. Pieter Du Plessis.

I operate as Administrative Laboratory Manager at this first-ever Mosh Surgery Centre of Excellence.

At Skinmatters we also offer services to less fortunate patients that cannot afford to have skin cancers treated and do not have medical aid backup to fund these surgeries. I provide patient care and medical assistance during procedures and emotional support to these patients.

Annelize Chambers

Western cape

From the world of communication to the art of practice management, Annelize Chambers has built a  career defined by adaptability, leadership, and a passion for supporting others.  

Graduating as a Speech and Language Therapist in 2004 from Stellenbosch University, South Africa,  Annelize embarked on a journey of helping individuals find their voices—both figuratively and  literally. She applied her skills at hospitals, NGOs, clinics, and schools across South Africa, gaining  invaluable experience in both public and private health sectors. Her career took her to the UK for  five years, where she broadened her expertise, focusing on special educational needs, early  intervention, and complex swallowing difficulties arising from neurological conditions such as  traumatic brain injuries, strokes and cerebral palsy.  

In 2022, after 18 years in the speech therapy industry, Annelize pivoted her career to joining the  Dermatology and Skin Cancer Institute. Initially stepping in at reception to cover maternity leave, she  quickly became an integral part of the institute’s growth story. In three years, the Stellenbosch based practice expanded from a small team to a second branch in Somerset West and a fully established Mohs Micrographic Surgery Unit at the Summerhill Surgical Centre. 

As practice manager, Annelize follows a leadership style rooted in servant leadership, she fosters an  environment where the team members can shine. She’s not just about managing processes, she’s  about empowering people, cultivating strong relationships, and ensuring every patient interaction  reflects Dermatology and Skin Cancer Institute’s commitment to care and excellence.  

Annelize believes in the power of resilience, adaptability, and the drive to make a meaningful impact no matter what role you find yourself in. Whether you are supporting patients at reception,  navigating practice operations or mentoring team members to excel in their roles, true leadership is  about lifting others up.

Carmel Best

GAUTENG

From Cape Town to Gauteng, Carmel started in finance with Old Mutual but found her  calling in healthcare management. 

Since 2015, she’s been the backbone of SkinMatters – managing the SkinMatters Mohs and  Reception Hubs, coordinating theatre lists, liaising with medical aids, and preparing Mohs  Surgery reports for referring doctors. 

She also leads projects like the Mohs video, Mohs website, Social Media content, Reviews.  Carmel also visits referring practices to ensure a smooth and seamless referral process.