Chronic Care GP in Phoenix
Dr Neven Govender
Family Practitioner
Long-term conditions need more than a prescription — they need a plan. We offer structured chronic care in Phoenix with focused programmes for Diabetes, HIV (PrEP/PEP), and Cardiovascular health, supported by point-of-care testing and a referral network when needed.
Diabetes HIV CardiovascularBook a Chronic Care Appointment
Holistic careDiabetes networks (Discovery, Polmed, GEMS, Bonitas), HIV care & PrEP/PEP, and heart health screening — with point-of-care tests for fast results.
Emergency: Severe chest pain, shortness of breath, stroke symptoms, collapse, seizures, or uncontrolled bleeding — go to the nearest emergency unit.
Diabetes Care in Phoenix (Preferred Provider Networks)
Holistic Diabetes Management
🩸 Diabetes Network Care
We are a preferred provider for diabetes care on the Discovery, Polmed, GEMS and Bonitas diabetes networks. Our focus is practical, holistic care that gets you into control and keeps you there.
- Structured diabetes reviews & treatment adjustments
- Point-of-care (POC) testing for same-time results (where applicable)
- Monitoring for complications and treating early
- Medication optimisation and lifestyle guidance you can follow
👣 Your Diabetes Support Team
You’re not doing this alone. We coordinate care with a network of trusted providers:
- Dietician
- Podiatrist
- Ophthalmologist / eye screening
- Diabetic nurse educator
✅ What we track over time
We help you monitor the things that matter — and act early when risk appears.
- Blood sugar control trends
- Blood pressure, weight and waist measures
- Feet checks and nerve symptoms
- Eye screening referrals
- Heart and kidney risk screening guidance
HIV Care in Phoenix | Testing, Treatment, PrEP & PEP
Confidential, non-judgemental care
🧪 HIV Testing
Confidential testing with clear next steps and support.
- HIV testing and counselling guidance
- Clinical assessment and baseline planning
- Ongoing monitoring and follow-up care
💊 Initiation & Monitoring
We can initiate treatment (when appropriate) and monitor your progress over time.
- Starting treatment with a practical plan
- Side-effect review and adherence support
- Ongoing monitoring and early complication detection
🛡️ PrEP & PEP
Preventative options and urgent post-exposure care when time matters.
- PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis): prevention for ongoing risk
- PEP (Post-Exposure Prophylaxis): urgent after potential exposure
- Clear instructions and follow-up scheduling
Urgent note: PEP is time-sensitive. If you think you need PEP, contact us immediately or go to an emergency unit.
Cardiovascular Health in Phoenix | Heart Risk & Chest Pain Screening
Onsite treadmill + rapid point-of-care testing
❤️ Heart Health Screening
We assess cardiovascular risk and symptoms, and we escalate quickly when needed. We have an onsite treadmill for exercise testing and point-of-care tools for rapid decision-making.
- Risk screening: blood pressure, symptoms, family history
- Onsite treadmill testing (where appropriate)
- Point-of-care Troponin-T (POC TropT) for selected cases
🏥 Rapid referrals when needed
If your assessment suggests higher risk, we are linked with major hospitals and can facilitate referral pathways.
- Referral to Cardiologist when indicated
- Referral for angiogram pathways (where appropriate)
- Clear “what next” plan and safety-net advice
Emergency: Severe chest pain, severe shortness of breath, collapse or stroke symptoms → go to the nearest emergency unit.
What to Expect (Chronic Care Visits)
We build a plan you can follow — not a once-off visit. Adjustments are based on trends, not guesses.
Point-of-care testing where useful, with guidance on what results mean and what changes next.
When you need a specialist or allied support, we coordinate with your network team and follow up.
What to Bring
Discovery / Polmed / GEMS / Bonitas details, ID/passport, and any authorisations.
A photo is fine. Include chronic meds, supplements and allergies.
Diabetes: glucose readings; BP: blood pressure log; any symptom diary or triggers.
Chronic Care GP in Phoenix, Durban | Phoenix Plaza Medical Center
Location
Phoenix Plaza, 19 Parthenon Street
Phoenix, 4068
Not sure where to start? Book a chronic care appointment — we’ll triage your needs and guide you to the right programme.