26/11/2025
The Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital has made history as the first public healthcare facility in South Africa to house cutting-edge Voluson Signature 18 ultrasound machines.
These state-of-the-art devices combine speed, AI automation, superior imaging, and ergonomic design, setting a new standard for maternal and foetal care.
This milestone was achieved through a powerful collaboration with Ecomed and the University of Witwatersrand, reflecting Gauteng’s commitment to strengthening health system capacity and improving the safety and well-being of mothers and babies.
The hospital also launched its Centre of Excellence in Obstetrics Ultrasound, a game-changing initiative that will enhance provincial capacity in obstetric ultrasound, provide continuous professional development, and offer formal academic qualifications through Wits and other partners.
As Gauteng’s leading public hospital for obstetric and gynaecological care, Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital delivers a full spectrum of subspecialty services, including maternal and foetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, reproductive medicine, and urogynecology.