About
Vision
I am passionate about my profession while being a proud mother of three wonderful children. My objective is to deliver a professional, evidence-based service while fostering a family-centered environment.
Heidi Nolan
Nat Dip Rad Diagnostic (CPUT), BTech Rad Ultrasound (CPUT), BScHons Clinical Human Genetics (Stell), MSc Medical Physiology (Stell)
For those unfamiliar with my background, I present a brief biography that I believe will be of value for referring physicians for legal compliance and to provide insight into the scope of services I can offer to patients:
I attained my National Diploma in Diagnostic Radiography in 2009, followed by a BTech in Ultrasound in 2013, both with distinction, from the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (Tygerberg Campus).
My professional journey commenced as a research Sonographer under the mentorship of Professors Hein Odendaal and Lut Geerts at the Safe Passage Study, located at Stellenbosch University, Tygerberg Campus. The study focused on the in-vitro neurodevelopment of fetuses and investigated the effects of prenatal alcohol and cigarette exposure on adverse pregnancy outcomes such as stillbirth, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), and Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS). Over five years, I gained invaluable expertise in research obstetric ultrasound and contributed to several scientific publications associated with the Safe Passage Study.
In 2015, I joined Panorama Perinatology, the private practice of Dr. Lou Pistorius, where I further enhanced my ultrasound proficiencies to align with the standards of a level III ultrasound facility.
The year 2018 marked a significant milestone for me, as I established my independent practice while pursuing a Bachelor of Science Honours degree in Clinical Human Genetics. Most recently, in 2022, I completed my Master of Science degree in Physiology at the University of Stellenbosch, Tygerberg Campus.
I am accredited for the 11-13 week scan, pre-eclampsia screening, Dopplers, and cervical assessment with the Fetal Medicine Foundation (FMF). She is a member of the International Society for Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (ISUOG) and the South African Society for Ultrasound in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (SASUOG). I have also co-authored several scientific articles published by the Safe Passage Study.
“It never feels like a day at work as I love what I do. Each pregnancy is special and deserves quality care – that is my aim.”
Referring Genetic Team
Geneticist & Genetic Counsellor
Geneticist
MBChB Cum Laude, MMed (Medical Genetics) cum laude, FCMG (SA), DCH (SA), Dip HIV Man (SA)
Dr Liani Smit
Dr Liani grew up in Cape Town where she knew from an early age that she would pursue a career in medicine. She graduated as a top 20 matriculant in the Western Cape and at the top of her class in medical school, obtaining a Bachelor’s degree in Medicine and Surgery cum laude from the University of Stellenbosch. She received several accolades at graduation, including the Faculty of Health Sciences’ Medal for Academic Excellence and the Rector’s Award for Excellent Achievement in Academics.
Maxine du Toit
Maxine is a Genetic Counsellor with a special love for prenatal- and cancer genetics. She received her Master’s degree in Genetic Counselling in 2019 from the University of Cape Town. During 2018 and 2019 she completed her internship training at Groote Schuur Hospital, Red Cross Children’s Hospital and Tygerberg Hospital. Maxine’s undergraduate studies and Honours degree in the field of Psychology were completed and received with distinction through the University of South Africa in 2013 and 2015 respectively.
Genetic Counsellor
MSc (Med) UCT