Letter: Another satisfied patient
Ann McDonnell of Salt Rock writes: I have lived happily in this area, Salt Rock/Ballito/ Chaka’s etc. for a long time and always felt blessed. Our children attended Lorraine Pre Primary when it was on the farm, and then the exceptional Umhlali Prep. There is a lot that is good, even great about this place, …

Ann McDonnell of Salt Rock writes:
I have lived happily in this area, Salt Rock/Ballito/ Chaka’s etc. for a long time and always felt blessed.
Our children attended Lorraine Pre Primary when it was on the farm, and then the exceptional Umhlali Prep.
There is a lot that is good, even great about this place, so I should not have been surprised to find exceptional service right in the heart of the Dolphin Coast.
An injury resulting from a stupid fall caused me to call my very good reliable doctor, to find he was ill and off duty.
The wound could not wait so I called a friend from church who recommended Medicross – now Ballito Medical Centre.
Dr Bill van Dongen made an appointment on my behalf and my daughter drove me to Ballito – Dr Tess and the sister were waiting and raised their eyebrows when they saw the ugly wound.
Stitches followed and the healing began.
I am so impressed with the care, concern, friendliness and professionalism I experienced.
The wound is still being treated – lower leg injuries on older patients need time and care, but it is much improved.
Thanks Dr Tess, Michele and Debbie and all at Ballito Medical Centre!
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