The art of
precision

Dr. Hina is a distinguished neurosurgeon whose expertise combines advanced clinical practice, academic leadership, and innovation in neurosciences. He holds the Fellowship of the College of Neurosurgeons of South Africa (FC Neurosurgery (SA)), obtained in 2022 through the Colleges of Medicine of South Africa, and completed his Master of Medicine (MMed Neurosurgery) degree at the University of Cape Town in 2024.

He subsequently pursued advanced subspecialty training in Endovascular Neurosurgery, completing an 18-month fellowship and earning the Certificate in Endovascular Training through the internationally recognized PLANET course under Mahidol University and the University of Toronto.

Clinically, Dr. Hina brings proven expertise in cerebrovascular neurosurgery, complex spinal procedures, and neurocritical care, particularly in the management of severe traumatic brain injury. His commitment to innovation is demonstrated through The Neurobrug, his private research laboratory, where he is developing novel proprietary therapies for brain tumours.

Beyond clinical and research excellence, Dr. Hina plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of specialist training in South Africa. As Co-Chair of the Learn@CMSA portfolio and an elected member of the Young Specialist Forum (YSF), he leads the design and implementation of advanced specialist education frameworks nationally. He also serves as an Ex-Officio Council Member of the College of Neurosurgeons of South Africa, ensuring high standards of professional practice and training.

Dr. Hina’s unique combination of world-class training, leadership in education, and pioneering research makes him a valuable contributor to advancing patient outcomes, institutional excellence, and the global standing of neurosurgical care in South Africa.

Dr Langelihle Cebekhulu is a South African medical doctor with a particular interest in neurosurgery and critical care. Born in rural Mbazwana in northern KwaZulu-Natal and raised in Durban, he completed his schooling at Durban High School before earning his MBBCh from the University of the Witwatersrand (2017–2022).

His medical studies were marked by early distinction. He was the top student in the Faculty of Health Sciences for SOCL1016, was named to the Dean’s Merit List in 2017, and was a member of the Golden Key International Honour Society in 2017 and 2018. As a second-year student, he won the South African Journal of Surgery essay competition with “Surgery: The way of the future” (S Afr J Surg 2018;56(2)). The essay explored how surgical practice must adapt to antimicrobial resistance.

He completed his internship at Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital (2023–2025). He is now a community service doctor at Rob Ferreira Hospital in Mbombela, working in the Neurosurgery and Intensive Care departments.

Leadership has been a constant throughout his career. He served as Director of Advocacy for the Durban Youth Council (2014–2015), MBBCh I class representative (2017), and a member of the Wits Student Representative Council (2019/2020). He also competed with the Wits Junction debating team.

Dr Cebekhulu is driven by a commitment to advancing neuroscience, neurosurgery, and precision medicine. He is especially interested in technologies such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and data-driven predictive modelling.

Avuya Ngwenda is a finance and accounting professional with a Bachelor of Commerce (BCom) in Accounting. With hands-on experience across core accounting functions, Avuya brings a strong foundation in financial reporting, reconciliations, and bookkeeping to every role.

Avuya currently serves as Billing Specialist and Finance and Accounting Officer at Dr Hina Neurosurgery, managing the practice’s billing processes and keeping its financial records accurate, compliant, and up to date. The role combines technical accounting skill with attention to detail, making sure claims are processed correctly, accounts stay in order, and the practice runs on a sound financial footing.

Known for precision, reliability, and a commitment to integrity, Avuya enjoys turning complex financial information into clear, actionable insight and continues to grow professionally in the field of finance and accounting.

Boitumelo Matla is a polished, dedicated and results-driven professional with more than four years of experience in healthcare, executive and academic administration. She holds a BCom Honours in Business Management from Nelson Mandela University, providing her with a strong academic foundation in business operations, strategic management, organisational administration and effective communication.

Throughout her career, Boitumelo has developed broad administrative knowledge and practical experience, demonstrating professionalism, discretion and a strong commitment to excellence. Her experience includes executive and diary support, patient administration, medical scheme authorisations and claims, event coordination, and marketing and public relations. While completing her postgraduate studies, she held five concurrent roles at Nelson Mandela University and was promoted from intern to Marketing & PR Coordinator within months.

She possesses strong organisational, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities, work independently and adapt to fast-paced environments. She approaches every responsibility with dedication, attention to detail and a commitment to seeing each task through to completion.

Boitumelo believes that growth comes through continuous learning, embracing new challenges and remaining open to opportunity. She is passionate about developing her skills, expanding her knowledge and making a meaningful contribution wherever her career takes her.

Guided by accountability, confidentiality and a deep respect for the people she serves, Boitumelo is discreet, warm and highly organised. She takes genuine pride in ensuring that every patient feels cared for and that every detail is managed with precision and thoughtfulness.

Her philosophy is simple: bring structure to complexity, care to every interaction and follow-through to every task.

Simone Lesar is an accomplished, dedicated and results-driven professional with 16 years of experience in administration, office management and healthcare administration. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, providing her with a strong academic foundation in public sector management, governance, organisational administration and effective service delivery.

Throughout her career, Simone has developed extensive administrative knowledge and practical experience, demonstrating professionalism, accountability and a strong commitment to excellence. Her experience includes reception management, appointment coordination, records administration and providing essential administrative support to management.

She possesses strong organisational, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with the ability to take initiative, work independently and adapt to changing working environments. She approaches every responsibility with dedication, attention to detail and a willingness to go beyond expectations.

Simone believes that professional growth comes through continuous learning, embracing challenges and remaining open to new opportunities. She is passionate about developing her skills, expanding her knowledge and contributing positively wherever her career takes her.

Beyond her professional achievements, she values honesty, integrity, compassion, resilience and perseverance. These values shape her approach to both her personal and professional responsibilities.

Her philosophy is simple: Lead with integrity, work with purpose, embrace growth and never lose faith in what is possible.