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About Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre

The vision of Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre is excellence in healthcare at a state-of-the-art facility that is both reasonable and accessible. An ultra-sophisticated and digitally incorporated hospital north of Durban. The hospital prides itself on being one of the few in the country where lung, heart, and kidney transplants are done. It is the only hospital In Kwa-Zulu Natal that provides many necessary services for Paediatric Cardiac Surgery. The hospital was voted as one of South Africa's top 20 hospitals, for four consecutive years. The hospital does utmost to make sure that every patient receives the highest standard of care. Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre have:

  • 345 Beds
  • An entire floor committed to the Cardiac Centre of Excellence
  • Medical Ward
  • Surgical Wards
  • 24-hour Emergency Department
  • Short stay unit
  • Maternity unit
  • Paediatric ward
  • Transplant Unit
  • 7 Theatres
  • Clinical Pharmacy for inpatients and outpatients
  • State of the art Radiology and Pathology services
  • A pharmacy for outpatients and hospital patients
  • A coffee shop

Specialist Facilities Include:

  • A committed Cardiac floor (Cardiac Ward, CCU, SCCU)
  • Two Cath Labs which brag the State-of-the-art modern technology
  • A devoted Renal Transplant unit
  • The only Centre of Excellence that focuses on a combination of both Heart & Lung transplant
  • 7 fully digital operating theatres
  • 20-bed Medical & Surgical ICU
  • State-of-the-art 24HR Emergency Unit with experienced & dedicated staff
  • A committed Emergency Rescue Service with two ambulances and two response vehicles managed by highly experienced and qualified paramedics.

Facilities Provided:

  • Post-Surgery Care Services
  • Choice of Meals
  • Private Rooms
  • Flight Booking
  • Foreign Currency Exchange
  • Rehabilitation
  • Free Wifi
  • SIM
  • Health Insurance Coordination
  • Translator
  • Accommodation Services
  • International Patient's Lounge
  • TV Inside Room
  • Air Ambulance
  • Interpreter
  • Airport Pickup and Drop
  • Phone in Room
  • Cafe

Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre Infrastructure

  • 377 bed capacity
  • 24 hour accident and emergency unit
  • Heart, lung and kidney transplants available
  • Pediatric Cardiac Surgery services
  • Cardiac Centre of Excellence for Adult & Paediatric Cardiac Surgery
  • Two Cardiac Catheterisation Labs
  • Cardiac Theatre
  • 7 Major Operating Theatres
  • 42 Bed ICU
  • Neuro Operating Theatre
  • Stroke Centre of Excellence
  • Renal Centre of Excellence
  • 24/7 Emergency unit
  • Transplant Program
  • Pharmacy and Prayer Facility

Hospital Location

Riverhorse Valley Business Est, Cnr Riverhorse & Queen Nandi Drive, Newlands East, 4037, South Africa

Distance from Airport : 25 km

Distance from Railway Station : 21 km

Hospital Awards

  • Best Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, 2018, Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards: eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre received this award for its outstanding healthcare services in KwaZulu-Natal.
  • Best Hospital in Durban, 2019, KZN Health Excellence Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its exceptional healthcare services in Durban.
  • Best Private Hospital in South Africa, 2019, KZN Health Excellence Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its outstanding private healthcare services in South Africa.
  • Best Hospital in Durban, 2020, KZN Health Excellence Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its exceptional healthcare services in Durban.
  • Best Private Hospital in KwaZulu-Natal, 2020, Standard Bank KZN Top Business Awards: This award recognized eThekwini Hospital and Heart Centre for its outstanding private healthcare services in KwaZulu-Natal.

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Dr. Vihan Gautam
Dr. Vihan Gautam

BPT, MS in Healthcare Mgmt

4 Years of Experience

Dr. Vihan Gautam is a distinguished Rehabilitation Specialist and Healthcare Management Professional, holding a Bachelor of Physiotherapy (BPT) from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences and a Master of Science in Healthcare Management (MSc) from the prestigious University of London, United Kingdom.With specialized clinical experience and his advanced medical knowledge in neuro-rehabilitation, musculoskeletal disorders, and evidence-based physiotherapy practices, enables him to develop patient-centered rehabilitation protocols and AI-driven care models that deliver measurable functional recovery outcomes. His diverse contributions across international rehabilitation programs, multidisciplinary care, and AI-driven healthcare initiatives uniquely position him as an emerging leader in neuro-rehabilitative care globally. View More

Last Reviewed - January 2026

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Tanya Bose

MSc Biotechnology

4 Years of Experience

Tanya Bose is a medical content specialist with a strong medical background. She has completed her Bachelor's and Master’s in Biotechnology from Amity University. With a deep understanding of biomedical sciences and research, she develops authoritative and patient-focused medical content covering treatments, surgical procedures, and healthcare innovations. Her writing emphasizes accuracy, clarity, and evidence-based information to help readers better understand complex medical topics. She is dedicated to improving patient awareness and supporting informed healthcare decisions by delivering trustworthy medical insights in a clear and accessible format.. View More