Dr Andile Mkhungo celebrates graduating with his MBChB cum laude in style.
Twenty-seven brilliant minds. One extraordinary achievement.Dean and Head of the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s (UKZN) School of Medicine, Professor Refiloe Masekela, said: “It is with immense pride and heartfelt congratulations that I acknowledge the outstanding achievement of the 27 summa cum laude graduates from the School of Clinical Medicine.”
Dr Carel Masemola graduated with a PhD in Public Health.
Addington Hospital’s Acting Head of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Dr Gaysheen Kistan, graduated with a PhD.
Senior Medical Scientist at the National Health Laboratory Service, Dr Melendhran Pillay, graduated with a PhD.The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) has celebrated the remarkable achievement of Dr Melendhran Pillay, who graduated with a PhD in Virology for his pioneering research into HIV drug resistance and treatment failure in KwaZulu-Natal.
Dr Sahil Tulsi graduated with a PhD in Virology for his novel study.Durban-born researcher Dr Sahil Tulsi has earned his Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Virology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), contributing important new insights into how genetic differences among South Africans may influence responses to tuberculosis (TB) treatment.
Recipient of several NRF scholarships, Dr Caitlin Ramnarain, graduated with a PhD.Dr Caitlin Ramnarain has graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Medical Microbiology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), marking a significant milestone in her academic journey and contributing valuable new insights into fungal infections affecting women’s health.
An elated Dr Ndumiso Ellias Majola.The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) celebrated the graduation of Dr Ndumiso Ellias Majola with a Medical degree, marking a significant milestone in a journey defined by resilience, faith, and an unwavering commitment to serving communities in need.
An advocate for young men’s emotional well-being, Dr Princess Nyoni, graduated with a PhD.
Dr Roxanne Pillay graduated with a PhD in Medical Microbiology.Simple interventions, like regular adult deworming, could have far-reaching benefits for public health. This is one of the key messages from Dr Roxanne Pillay’s PhD research in Medical Microbiology, which explored how hookworm infection influences herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2), a common sexually transmitted viral infection, and the potential development of cervical cancer.
Recipient of the Distinguished Teachers’ Award, Professor Andile Khathi. 
Dr Upasana Ramphal graduated with a PhD for her ground-breaking study.Dr Upasana Ramphal has graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Virology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), producing ground-breaking research that sheds light on how COVID-19 spread and evolved across South Africa.
Dr Vuyolwethu Ntola celebrates his amazing PhD milestone.A ground-breaking doctoral study by vascular surgeon, Dr Vuyolwethu Ntola, is shedding new light on the management of critically injured trauma patients, offering valuable insights that could improve survival and reduce complications in high-risk cases.
Dr Annelene Govindsamy graduated with a PhD for her study on preeclampsia.Dr Annelene Govindsamy has graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Optics and Imaging from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), contributing ground-breaking research into the genetic drivers of preeclampsia among South African women of African ancestry.
An elated Dr Nompumelelo Nkabinde (centre) is congratulated by (from left) Professors Andrew Ross, Anna Voce, Relebohile Moletsane and Bernard Gaede.Dr Nompumelelo Gloria Nkabinde, a Family Medicine specialist, graduated with a PhD in Public Health from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), marking a significant academic milestone rooted in purpose, perseverance, and a deep commitment to improving the lives of young people in rural communities.
Head of Medical Research and Senior Lecturer of Surgery, Dr Botle Damane, graduated with a PhD.Parasitic worms, or helminths, are often regarded as a childhood condition and receive limited attention in adult medicine. Yet these organisms survive by quietly weakening the body’s immune system, which can have serious consequences for vulnerable people.
Dr Vani Govender graduated with a PhD in Obstetrics and Gynaecology.Dr Vani Govender has graduated with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Obstetrics and Gynaecology from the University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN), producing critical research that sheds light on the high burden of genital tract infections among adolescent girls and young women during pregnancy and the postpartum period in KwaZulu-Natal.
