Vitalab Fertility Clinic

24/11/2025

Last week, Vitalab Sandton donated a large portion of our older office furniture to in Pretoria — a children’s home caring for 177 children, many placed there through the courts due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment.

During our visit, House Manager Jolandi walked us through their incredible space:
• 19 homes, each designed to feel like a real family environment.
• A dedicated distribution centre where every donation is sorted, washed, and repurposed.
• “My Space” — a beautifully organised area where children can choose clothes and essentials with dignity.
• A creative boutique for their matriculants to get ready for farewells.
• A modern, sponsor-supported educational centre helping children with homework, research, and school projects.

Jolandi said it best: “We utilise every donation we get, and we are grateful for your donation that came in today.”

Being able to support this community, even in a small way, means a great deal to us.
Thank you to the Jakaranda Kinderhuis team for the vital work you do, and for allowing us to be part of your mission to create safety, dignity, and opportunity for every child in your care. 💙



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19/11/2025

Important Traffic Notice: G20 Summit Road Closures (18–23 November 2025)
Johannesburg will host the G20 Summit from 22–23 November, with preparations and security operations running from 18–23 November 2025.

This will cause significant road closures and traffic disruptions across Johannesburg, Sandton, Rosebank, Fourways, and surrounding areas.
How This May Affect Your Visit to Vitalab
Grayston Drive will be fully closed on Saturday, 22 November, from 04:00–10:00.

Access to Sandton may be heavily restricted at certain times.
Rivonia Road is expected to remain more accessible, but traffic will be slower than usual.

Convoys may cause rolling road closures with delays of 30–60 minutes.
Our doctors may adjust appointment times—including moving patients earlier where needed. We will share specific guidance with affected patients during the course of the day.

General Road Closure Overview
Citywide restrictions will affect major highways and arterial routes, including:
N1, N3, N12, R21, R24
Key Sandton roads: 5th Street, Maude Street, Daisy Street, Rivonia Road, Grayston Drive, Katherine Street
Additional impacted areas: Melrose Arch, Rosebank, Westcliff, Parkview, Fourways, Roodepoort, Nasrec
High-security convoys will trigger temporary full closures as they move between locations.

Key Dates & Times
22 & 23 November: Morning (07:00–10:00) and Evening (17:00–20:00)
Rolling closures across Johannesburg, Tshwane, and Ekurhuleni.
From 19 November: Several Nasrec-area roads fully closed.

Recommended Alternatives
If travelling to Vitalab Sandton:
Use side streets parallel to Rivonia, Grayston, Oxford, and Jan Smuts where possible.
Allow extra travel time and plan for delays.

18/11/2025

The Global Community of Hysteroscopy has launched Camp 3 of its BaseCamp series — a collection of advanced video lectures on complex uterine surgery, created in collaboration with Medtronic.

We’re proud to share that Dr. Lawrence Gobetz from Vitalab Sandton features in this release with his session on:

“The Submucous Myoma – Video Techniques.”

https://vitalab.com/dr-gobetz-demonstrating-advanced-hysteroscopic-techniques/

A behind-the-scenes look at Dr. Gobetz teaching advanced hysteroscopic surgical techniques during a hands-on training session.

18/11/2025

The Global Community of Hysteroscopy, in collaboration with Medtronic, has released Camp 3 of its Hysteroscopy BaseCamp series — focused on complex and advanced uterine surgery.

We’re proud that Dr. Lawrence Gobetz of Vitalab Fertility Clinic contributes to this module with his lecture on:

“The Submucous Myoma – Video Techniques.”

Camp 3, directed by Prof. Noam Smorgick, covers:

🔸 Complex hysteroscopic surgery

🔸 Intrauterine adhesions

🔸 Adenomyoma techniques

🔸 Isthmocele management

🔸 Hysteroscopy for ectopic pregnancy

…alongside detailed video technique sessions.

Open your free account on WebSurg (IRCAD) and access this content here: https://websurg.com/en/educational-content/programs/Hysteroscopy_basecamp

We encourage our colleagues and the Vitalab medical community who subscribe to the GCH platform to explore this newly released content.

17/11/2025

Happy Birthday, Dr Chris Venter!

Today we celebrate an exceptional specialist whose quiet dedication has changed countless families’ stories.
Dr Venter brings deep expertise in reproductive medicine, a sharp clinical mind, and a genuine compassion that patients feel from the moment they meet him.

From complex fertility challenges to recurrent implantation failure, he approaches each journey with patience, precision, and unwavering care. It’s why so many individuals and couples trust him with one of the most meaningful chapters of their lives.

Thank you, Dr Venter, for your commitment to excellence, your advocacy for oncofertility, and the hope you bring to every consultation room.

Wishing you a year filled with joy — and many more lives touched through your work.

The Vitalab Team



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16/11/2025

12/11/2025

Happy Birthday, Dr Deanna Guidozzi! 🎉

Today we celebrated our wonderful Dr Deanna Guidozzi with flowers, singing, and lots of smiles! 🌸🎶

Dr Guidozzi, your compassion, dedication, and infectious positivity brighten up Vitalab every single day — both for our patients and our team.

Wishing you a year ahead filled with joy, laughter, and all the good things you bring to others. 💙



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10/11/2025

Vitalab at the FAST Fertility Conference 2025

This past weekend, Dr Skye de Jongh and Dr Noluyolo (Yoks) Sigcu represented Vitalab at the FAST Conference for Fertility Specialists in Cape Town — a dynamic gathering focused on advancing reproductive medicine.

Dr De Jongh presented on Pre-treatment Pituitary Suppression, exploring how optimising hormonal regulation can improve IVF outcomes.
Dr Sigcu shared insights on Diagnostic and Clinical Advances in PCOS, highlighting the latest evidence-based approaches to managing this complex condition.

At Vitalab, we’re proud to be part of a community that drives continuous learning and innovation in fertility care — all in the pursuit of better outcomes for our patients. 💙



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08/11/2025

Celebrating World Radiography Day

Today, we acknowledge the incredible contribution of radiographers — the experts behind the images that guide so much of modern medicine.

At Vitalab, radiography plays a vital role in fertility care. One of the most common imaging procedures we perform is an HSG (Hysterosalpingogram) — a specialised X-ray that helps assess the shape of the uterus and check whether the fallopian tubes are open.

This detailed imaging gives our doctors essential insights into possible causes of infertility and helps guide the best treatment path for each patient.

To all radiographers around the world — thank you for helping us turn pictures into possibilities. Your expertise helps bring families closer to their dreams every day. 💙


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07/11/2025

Double the joy, double the blessing

After 26 years of waiting, miracles arrived — and they came in pairs! 💕

Meet Karaboe (born 12 June 2025 at 15:31, weighing 2.49kg) and Kiraboe (born 12 June 2025 at 15:32, weighing 2.41kg).

Their proud mom shared:

“Having them after 26 years and them being blessed miracles... thank you to Dr Gobetz and Vitalab.”

Stories like this remind us why we do what we do — helping make the dream of parenthood a reality, one miracle at a time. 💙



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06/11/2025

Over the weekend, Dr Yossi Unterslak attended the Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) course — an intensive programme focused on mastering life-saving interventions during cardiac emergencies.

As the designated doctor for all medical emergencies at Vitalab Sandton and the Centre for Gynecological Endoscopy (CGE), Dr Unterslak ensures that our team remains fully prepared for any critical situation that may arise.

At Vitalab, our commitment goes beyond fertility treatment — it extends to creating a safe, responsive, and medically advanced environment for every patient who walks through our doors.



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