Lenmed Ethekwini Hospital and Heart Centre has established itself as an expert in Whipple's Procedure, using state-of-the-art techniques and standardised treatment protocols. Founded in 2002, the hospital has received its accreditation from and is located in Durban, South Africa. It has 353 beds and provides healthcare services to local patients and tourists alike.

Whipple's Procedure is an advanced surgery involving the person being treated having a portion of their pancreas removed because of the presence of malignant tumours in the pancreas, the bile duct or the duodenum. This operation is performed after tumours are evaluated and considered, and only after ensuring that the person is healthy enough to undergo this major surgery.