About Us

Stirling anaesthesia services

Stirling Anaesthesia services(SAS) is a team of highly experienced anaesthetic doctors dedicated to delivering exceptional perioperative patient care. We work closely with our surgical partners and provide services across several hospitals in South Africa. Our practice is one of South Africa’s longstanding anaesthetic groups, built on a strong sense of teamwork, continuity, and professional support.

At SAS, we are committed to offering each patient the highest standard of care, ensuring a safe and comfortable experience throughout their surgical journey.

Our approach is patient-centred, and we tailor our anaesthetic plans to meet each individual’s needs, always prioritising safety, comfort, and well-being. All our doctors hold postgraduate qualifications in anaesthesiology and are fully registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. Whether you are preparing for a minor procedure or a complex surgery, our experienced and compassionate team is here to guide and support you every step of the way.

Our Mission and Philosophy

Our mission is to deliver anaesthesia care by focusing on evidence-based practices, patient safety, and professional collaboration. We believe in a patient-centred approach where comfort and well-being are the top priorities. Our core values include:

Competence: We maintain the highest standards of care by adhering to industry guidelines, implementing quality assurance programs and keeping up to date with the latest research in the field of anaesthesiology.
Vigilance: Anaesthesia administration requires constant attention and the ability to make rapid, informed decisions. Our staff is vigilant in monitoring patients and safeguarding their vital functions.
Compassion: We understand that patients can feel vulnerable during a procedure, and we dedicate ourselves to providing a supportive and reassuring environment, thereby ensuring your experience is as comfortable and stress-free as possible.

Our Services

Peri-operative
services

• Patient evaluation and optimisation
• Risk stratification and counselling
• General anaesthesia

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Critical care & emergency services

• ICU support and management
• Advanced life support in emergencies
• Emergency theatre anaesthesia

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Specialist
services

• Obstetric anaesthesia
• Paediatric anaesthesia
• Neuroanaesthesia

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Meet The Team

Our dedicated team of experienced doctors is committed to providing compassionate, patient-centered care you can trust

Dr Anantha P Bhat

MBBS,DA,MD

Dr Colin Beck

MBChB,DA,FCA,MMed,PGC Sedation

Dr Jonathan Toy

MBChB,DA,PGC Sedation

Dr Gcinile Mngoma

MBChB,DA,FCA,MMed

Dr Clive Wesson

MBChB,DA,BSc,FCA,MMed

Dr Craig Parker

MBChB,BSc,DA

Dr Robin Mathew

MBChB,DA,FCA

Stirling Anaesthetic Policies

General Policies

We are members of and subscribe to the regulations and code of conduct of the Health Professions Council of SA, the SA Society of Anaesthesiologists ( SASA) and their subsidiary, the Private Practice Business Unit ( PPBU).

Billing Policies

Your anaesthetic account is rendered completely separate from the hospital and your surgeon's account and remains your responsibility. All billing is done in accordance with the South African Society of Anaesthesiologists Private Practice and Coding Guidelines of 2021.