Our Consultants
Dr Linda von Zeuner
MBChB (Stell.) DCH (SA) DipAllerg (SA)
General Practitioner, special interest in Child Health, Allergies and Dermatology.
I am Linda, the owner and medical doctor of the practice. I am a proud wife and mother to a little girl and a boy, and I have dreamed of being a doctor since I can remember.
The passion for combining experience in motherhood, knowledge as a doctor, and special interests in child health, allergies, GP focused dermatology, aesthetics and family medicine led to the birth of Hermanus Family practice. Seeing a child and empowering a mother is one of the highlights of my day, but I gain the same amount of joy in making any patient of any age walk out of my doors feeling better, if not immediately physically, at least emotionally.
It is very important to me to treat my patient as a whole and not as a ‘diagnosis’ or disorder. I do not believe in only administering medications without making attainable lifestyle choices to support health and prevent further disease.
I am passionate about living a healthy lifestyle including healthy eating, exercise, skin health and mental health. I believe in honouring the one body we received to spend our time on this earth and I would love for you to honour yours as well, and treat it with love, dignity and respect.
Dr Marisna Venter
MBChB (UP)
General Practitioner, special interest in Sports Medicine and Emergency Medicine.
Dr Venter grew up on a farm in Potchefstroom and completed her medical studies at the University of Pretoria. She has a special interest in sports medicine and emergency medicine and has been actively involved in both fields for the past 8 years. She gained experience as doctor at the University of North West through her involvement with both visiting international athletes, provincial teams and international cricket tours.
She is a down to earth, easy going, passionate person. In her spare time she spends time with her son, plays the guitar and has a weak spot for a good green curry
Dr Elna Gibson
MBchB (UP,1987), MMed Pediatrics (UP 1993)
Dr Gibson completed her studies as a paediatrician at the University of Pretoria where she qualified with distinction in 1993. Thereafter she worked as a paediatrician in the Netherlands. She settled in the Vaal Triangle in 1996 where she practised for 25 years.
She relocated to Hermanus in 2018 and has since been working as part of the MediClinic team in Hermanus. She recently joined ranks with the Hermanus Family Practice team at Balfour Street.
Dr Gibson is a general paediatrician who has a keen interest in respiratory disorders and allergies, and she is also experienced in treating children with developmental problems, learning difficulties and ADHD. She is experienced in Neonatal and Neonatal Intensive Care work.
Appointments with her can be scheduled by phoning 028 312 1619, or via e-mail at gibsone@paediatrician.co.za
Karin Brand
Counselling Psychologist
Karin holds a master’s degree in counselling psychology from the University of Stellenbosch and is a registered Counselling Psychologist with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (PS0082732).
She has extensive experience in psychometric evaluations and can assist in determining a learner’s specific learning abilities and making appropriate plans along with other professionals involved to ensure that learners up to the age of 18 thrive in their environment.
Karin also assists parents and children to navigate developmental adjustments and the emotional, behavioural, and academic challenges that come with it in their home and school environments. While Karin has a special love for children and teenagers, she also enjoys facilitating skills for growth and personal awareness in adults.
Alicia Monnig
Receptionist & Practice Manager
Alicia is our receptionist and practice manager. She is also a wife, mother, and psychology student with a special interest in postpartum mental health. Her wish is to use her platform at the practice alongside her studies to help build a community of support for mothers in the Overberg area.
She is the friendly voice you hear when you phone the practice and is also responsible for keeping the plants alive.