Lake, Smit & Partners Marks Over 50 Years at the Forefront of Diagnostic Radiology in Durban

Durban, South Africa - Lake, Smit & Partners Inc., a leading specialist diagnostic and interventional radiology practice, continues to set the standard for comprehensive medical imaging in KwaZulu-Natal, building on more than 50 years of clinical service to the Durban community.

The practice offers one of the most comprehensive imaging service lines in the region, encompassing mammography, CT, MRI and PET/CT scans, nuclear medicine, ultrasound, digital X-ray, bone mineral density (DEXA) assessment, and a full interventional radiology programme allowing patients and referring clinicians to access the majority of the diagnostic imaging pathway through a single, trusted provider.

Lake, Smit & Partners currently operates seven MRI units alongside CT scanners and multiple digital and computed radiography X-ray systems, with ultrasound services available across all its sites. A dedicated Nuclear Medicine facility at Entabeni Hospital supports functional imaging for oncology, cardiology and neurology patients, while the practice's PET/CT capability plays an increasingly important role in cancer diagnosis, staging and treatment monitoring.

Dedicated Women's Health Services

The practice's Just for Women Digital Mammography Centre provides a dedicated environment for breast screening, supported by MRI breast biopsy services for cases requiring further tissue characterisation. Dr Susan Chick, Managing Partner of the Just for Women Centre, continues to advocate for annual mammography screening as the gold standard in early breast cancer detection.

Specialist Interventional Radiology Team

Operating from St Augustine's and Entabeni Hospitals, Lake, Smit & Partners' Interventional Radiology division comprises specialist radiologists, radiographers and nursing staff who perform a range of minimally invasive, image-guided procedures, including chemotherapy port insertion, dialysis catheter placement, percutaneous transhepatic cholangiograms, and body angiography and embolisation across multiple vascular territories. Patients are supported through every stage of the process, from pre-procedure consultation to post-procedure follow-up care.

Depth of Subspecialty Expertise

The practice's radiologists hold fellowships and diplomas across a range of subspecialties, including neuroradiology, paediatric neuroradiology, head and neck imaging, musculoskeletal radiology, body and oncology imaging, and advanced cardiac imaging, with qualifications obtained from internationally recognised institutions in Europe, the United Kingdom and Canada.

Lake, Smit & Partners operates across multiple sites in the greater Durban area, including departments linked to St Augustine's Hospital, Entabeni Hospital, and Netcare Kingsway Hospital, where a newly commissioned MRI unit has recently come online - extending access to advanced imaging services for patients across the region.

"As leaders in diagnostic and interventional radiology, we offer only the highest quality technology and expertise," the practice notes. "We strive to make patients feel comfortable by offering an experience that's both professional and attentive to their needs from first contact through to examination and results."

Lake, Smit & Partners remains committed to investing in advanced imaging technology and subspecialist clinical expertise as diagnostic radiology continues to evolve, reinforcing its position as one of Durban's most established and trusted radiology providers.