What is Cardiologist?
A cardiologist is a physician who’s an expert in the care of your heart and blood vessels. They can treat or help you prevent a number of cardiovascular problems.
They can also specialize in specific areas, such as abnormal heart rhythms, heart failure or heart problems you’ve had since birth.
How Much Doest it cost to become A Cardiologist In South Africa?
R24,000 to as much as R64,500,
How long does it take to become a cardiologist in South Africa?
It takes 16 years to become a cardiologist in South Africa. South Africa currently has about 175 active, registered cardiologists practicing in the country, of which only about 35 are in public service or working in training centres.
Where can I study to become a cardiologist in South Africa?
Programmes by Study Institutions
- Sefako Makgatho Health Sciences University.
- University of Cape Town. Premier.
- University of the Free State. Premier.
What subjects do I need to study cardiology?
This is a Health Sciences field of study, therefore there are specific High School subjects that are required to study in this field.
List of grade 10 subjects required to study Cardiology courses
- Physical Science,
- Mathematics,
- Life Sciences,
- English Home Language, or English First or Second Additional Language.
How many cardiologist are there in South Africa?
The number of registered cardiologists in the country is currently about 200 for 52 million South Africans (one for 260 000).
Is being a cardiologist hard?
Cardiology is one of the more difficult medical specializations; the path to becoming a cardiologist is a long and challenging one.
It requires many years of studying, training, consistent academic excellence, hands-on experience, and persistent dedication to become a cardiologist.
Are cardiologists in demand in SA?
“We have a massive shortage of cardiologists, especially in the public sector,” said Professor Andrew Sarkin, head of the University of Pretoria’s department of cardiology, adding that not enough new cardiologists were being trained.