Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
- Update frequency
- every 15 days
- Average duration
- 89 minutes
- Episodes
- 24
- Years Active
- 2024 - 2025
The Village Boy Who Became a Trauma Surgeon: Dr Lerumo Motla's Journey
Dr Lerumo Motla's path from rural Limpopo to becoming a specialist trauma surgeon is a story of resilience, unexpected turns, and the healing power of medicine. In this medical career interview, we e…
Dr Mary Dawjee: From Dental School Dropout to Holistic Dentistry Pioneer
Dr Mary Dawjee, daughter of the legendary Prof Dawjee, shares her transformative journey from repeatedly quitting dental school to pioneering holistic dentistry in Cape Town. In this candid conversat…
Doctor Leaves Medicine for Music: From NHS to South African Music Producer | Dr Warren King
Dr Warren King's story defies every career convention. From growing up on a Brixton council estate to becoming a doctor at King's College London, to abandoning medicine entirely for music production …
Dentist, Model & Influencer: From 'Bugs Bunny' to 100K Followers with Dr Rohini Bisaal
What happens when childhood bullying leads to a life-changing transformation that sparks an entire career? Meet Dr Rohini Bisaal - a dentist, former model, and social media influencer with over 100K …
Prof Dilip Garach: From Apartheid Barriers to Building Wealth - A CA's Journey
What does it take to break through systemic barriers and build lasting wealth? Prof Dilip Garach shares his remarkable journey from being thrown out of university registration for refusing to wear a …
Dr Hooman Eshraghi: Foot & Ankle Surgeon and Proud South African
“South Africa is my home. I’ve lived here for 30 years..."
In this episode, Dr Yash Naidoo and Dr Yak Lindy sit down with orthopaedic surgeon Dr Hooman Eshraghi for a conversation that blends surgical…
My Father-in-Law, the Doctor – A Conversation with Dr Gitesh Rampersadh
In this special episode of Why Did I Become a Doctor, host Dr Yash Naidoo sits down with someone who has quietly shaped his life and inspired countless others — his father-in-law, Dr Gitesh Rampersad…
Sandton Smile, Global Voice – Dr Mark Wertheimer on Orthodontics, Ethics & Leadership
In this episode, Dr Yash Naidoo speaks to one of South Africa’s most respected orthodontists — Dr Mark Wertheimer.
They explore:
• His path from childhood dental fear to global orthodontic leadership
• …
The CEO Who Left Medical School – KC Makhubele’s Journey from Matiyani to National Leadership
KC Makhubele never became a doctor — but today, he leads the doctors and dentists of South Africa.
In this episode, KC sits down with Dr Yash Naidoo and Dr Yak Lindy to reflect on the journey that too…
From Public Health to Private Jets: Dr Neeraj Mistry on Ego, Power, and Influence
From grassroots public health to flying on private jets with Bollywood royalty — Dr Neeraj Mistry has lived a life of extraordinary contrasts.
In this wide-ranging conversation with Dr Yash Naidoo and…
Elton Lau’s Wake-Up Call: What Healthcare & Business Must Learn About Life, Leadership & Growth
If your boss controls your future, you’ve already given too much away.
In this powerful and emotional episode, Elton Lau joins Dr Yash Naidoo and Dr Yak Lindy for an honest conversation about leadersh…
The Face You Know, The Story You Don’t – Dr Avi Jagathpal
The face you know. The story you don’t.
Dr Avish Jay Jagathpal is a well-known prosthodontist in South Africa — and internationally. But behind his clinical success is a personal journey shaped by chi…
Reflections: 10 Episodes, Lessons Learned, and What's Next
In this episode of "Why Did I Become a Doctor South Africa," Yash goes solo, sharing personal reflections and meaningful insights gained after recording the first ten episodes of the podcast. From me…
From Umlazi to the UK to the USA: Dr Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson - The Ubuntu Doctor Coach
We sit down with the remarkable Dr Nondumiso Makhunga-Stevenson, a medical doctor who has worked across South Africa, the UK, and the US. Dr Makhunga-Stevenson shares her journey from growing up in U…
Black, Gay & Almost a Vet! From Humble Beginnings to Living the Good Life with Dr Leero Majority
From almost becoming a veterinarian to carving out a career in healthcare, Dr Leero Majority’s journey has been anything but conventional. In this raw and honest conversation, he opens up about his h…
Becoming a Dentist in South Africa - Dr Günther Streit - From "Poverty" to Olympic Dreams to PhD
In this episode of Why Did I Become a Doctor South Africa, Dr Yash Naidoo interviews his dental school classmate and friend, Dr Günther Streit. As the first German speaker and first Namibian guest on…
The Engineer Driving a New Car Weekly - Amith Gosai on Blogs, Business & Reeva Steenkamp’s Kindness
This episode is a bit different—our guest isn’t a healthcare worker, but his story is equally inspiring!
Join us as we dive into the fascinating world of Amith Gosai (@amg133), the engineer and automo…
The Shortest Surgeon in South Africa (Maybe?) – Dr Thegesha Naidoo on Grief, Guts, and Gallbladders
Dr Yash Naidoo sits down with someone very close to him, Dr Thegesha Naidoo—possibly South Africa’s shortest surgeon—to explore her remarkable journey from pharmacy school and studying medicine abroa…
From Zimbabwe to Mzansi: Sister Letmore Chigudu's Inspiring Path From Nursing to Advising Doctors
In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Sister Letmore Chigudu, a dedicated nurse and healthcare professional, shares her incredible journey from growing up in Harare, Zimbabwe, to building a thrivin…
Dr Que Njotini - A Rising Star Who Will Empower Young Women & Transform Oral Health In South Africa
🎙️ Welcome back to Why Did I Become a Doctor South Africa
In this episode, we sit down with Dr Qaqamba Njotini, affectionately known as Dr Que, a passionate and driven young dentist who shares her inc…