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Africa Science FocusAfrica’s ‘staggering’ neuroscience needsCoceka Mfundisi is only the third black female neurosurgeon in South Africa. More than 50 years after the first brain and spinal surgeons were trained, the field remains limited in Africa, and the continent’s unmet need for neurosurgery has been described by scientists as “staggering”.Mfundisi tells Africa Science Focus that patients in Africa often turn to doctors of Western medicine as a last resort — a hierarchy that she says keeps her humble. While Mfundisi says she respects traditional medicine practitioners, she also says that it’s time for Africa to make vital investments in neurosurgery and neuroscien...2022-03-0215 min
LeadUP PodcastDr Coceka Mfundisi, UP alumna and neurosurgeon, on why you should not give upDr Coceka Mfundisi is the first woman to receive a Master of Medicine in Neurosurgery degree from the University of Pretoria. She now practices as a specialist neurosurgeon at Busamed Modderfontein private hospital and has interests in neurotrauma, neuro-oncology and spinal surgery. Her notable achievements include being a member of the Golden Lions Rugby Club Medical Committee, serving as a test match surgeon during international rugby matches. She is currently a member of the Health Professions Council of South Africa’s Fifth Medical Committee of preliminary enquiry. She is also a member of the executive committee of the...2021-11-2239 min
The Law ReportRoad Accident Fund MattersNqobizitha Mlilo was joined in studio by Dr Coceka Mfundisi and Advocate Michael Jorge. The panel looked at cases relating to the Road Accident Fund matters. Listeners tabled their questions and concerns, experts provided insightful legal advice.. Kayafm2020-01-2959 min