Knee │ Shoulder 

M.B. Ch.B (UFS) │ M.Med Ortho (UFS) │ FCS Ortho (SA) │ MBA (US) 

When it comes to pushing boundaries in orthopaedic surgery, Dr Hannes Jonker is in a league of his own. A board-certified orthopaedic surgeon with an MBA, Dr Jonker combines years of expertise in knee and shoulder surgery with a relentless commitment to innovation. After honing his skills with advanced training in Europe and the United States, he now uses cutting-edge techniques like kinematic alignment (over 1500 procedures performed), muscle-saving approaches and patient-specific instrumentation to achieve outstanding patient-outcomes. 

More than a surgeon, Dr Jonker is an architect of mobility, developing bespoke treatment plans that incorporate Orthosport specialists in physiotherapy, biokinetics, and sports medicine. He’s passionate about getting patients back to work, sports and life – faster and stronger. 

From minimally invasive knee procedures to revolutionary shoulder repairs, Dr Jonker is dedicated to restoring function and defying limits, one patient at a time. 

Welcome to the future of orthopaedics – a collision of innovation and expertise. 

Neck │ Spine │ Hip 

M.B. Ch.B (US) │ M.Med Ortho (UFS) │ FCS Ortho (SA) 

Dr Kobus Marais is a distinguished orthopaedic surgeon with a focus on neck, spine and hip surgery. Specialising in degenerative and trauma conditions of the neck and spine, Dr Marais offers both surgical and non-surgical treatments, including diagnostic blocks and rhizotomy procedures. He is proficient in anterior hip replacements using the bikini incision technique, as well as revision hip replacements addressing component complications and peri-prosthetic fractures. His expertise extends to hip arthroscopy and periarticular soft tissue surgery, ensuring comprehensive care for his patients. 

Hjané is a dynamic physio with a strong foundation in sports, musculoskeletal and orthopaedic rehabilitation. Having accompanied the SA Women’s Hockey Team as their team physio at the Hockey World League Championships in 2017, her experience and skill have proven to be invaluable to countless patients. Her driving force is to offer individualised, multidisciplinary, and holistic care to each patient. 

The gift of touch is something I can use everyday to impact the lives of others. I truly believe physiotherapy is a calling; not just a profession. 

Women’s Health APD Level 1 

M.Sc. Physiotherapy (UFS) 

Esta believes in a holistic approach to treatment, identifying the root cause of the problem, rather than simply treating the symptoms. Her special interests include orthopedics, spinal problems, headache, TMJ problems, sports injuries and rehabilitation, women’s health and pelvic floor rehabilitation. 

My career goal is to contribute positively to each patient’s life by finding a solution for every clinical picture I am presented with. 

Liné is a highly driven physio with a passion for musculoskeletal and orthopaedic rehabilitation. On the brink of receiving her Master’s in Advanced Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy, she brings cutting-edge expertise to every treatment. Her hands-on work with sports teams and her role in educating future physios fuel her commitment to helping patients move better and stronger. 

The most important thing I pursue in my job is a good patient-therapist relationship. I absolutely love people and thrive on positive interactions with everyone I get to help in this occupation. 

Lambert is a firm believer that skill, experience and passion applied to enhance a person’s quality of life shows true commitment, and doing so on a daily basis brings him great pleasure. 

Working in a multi-disciplinary team and seeing the value it adds to patients’ lives bring me the greatest job satisfaction. 

Anja is a compassionate and dedicated physiotherapist with a genuine passion for helping others. She believes physiotherapy is more than just a career—it’s a calling to support, empower, and walk alongside patients on their journey to recovery. With a strong interest in Orthopaedics, sports injuries, and musculoskeletal rehabilitation, Anja combines her clinical expertise with a heartfelt commitment to improving each person’s quality of life and helping them return to the activities they love most.

“My favourite part of the job is seeing the progress patients make – celebrating the small wins and big milestones alike. There’s no greater reward than witnessing someone regain their confidence and independence through movement.”

Karl is a young, dedicated Physiotherapist with a strong passion for helping people recover and thrive through movement. His special interests lie in sports and orthopaedic rehabilitation, where he aims to guide patients back to doing what they love – free of pain and limitations. He is committed to delivering individualised treatment plans tailored to each patient’s unique needs, ensuring the best possible outcomes. Hard-working and compassionate, he strives to make a meaningful difference in every patient’s journey to recovery.

“My favourite quote, and encouragement I want to give my patients, is:

Don’t limit your challenges – challenge your limits.”

Baren Steyn has a deep passion for biokinetics, with a special love for orthopaedic rehabilitation and functional movement enhancement. His work brings him immense pleasure and fulfilment, as he dedicates each day to helping a diverse range of individuals strengthen and improve their physical abilities through scientifically based exercise. Witnessing the transformation in performance and recovery throughout the process is something he finds truly rewarding. 

Supporting people in their recovery journey and seeing the difference exercise can make is nothing short of amazing. 

Gerlize believes in the quality of her care, support, and service, knowing it can have a significant impact on a person’s life and well-being. She has already had the opportunity to make valuable contributions towards improving performance and enhancing the quality of life for patients at various stages, each facing a unique set of health challenges. 

I believe completely in the scope of Biokinetics. I have a great passion for people and the opportunity to be able to help them through a difficult or frustrating time in their life gives me a sense of fulfilment and joy. 

 Brandon sees his profession as an integral part of a holistic, multidisciplinary approach to rehabilitation, injury prevention, and human wellness. He has a particular passion for the orthopaedic discipline of Biokinetics, driven by his dream to work with athletes and sports teams. Helping people in need brings him immense joy and motivates him to continuously grow and improve in his field. For Brandon, seeing a patient leave with a smile is the ultimate reward and the reason behind his commitment to Biokinetics. 

When a patient has a smile on their face as they leave the practice, that’s why I do what I do.