About Dr Kretschmer Associates
A family general practitioner in Cape Town’s Northern Suburbs since 2005. Comprehensive medical care, with your health at the centre.
Our Philosophy
Good medicine starts with listening. Every patient is different — your health concerns, your lifestyle, your goals and your circumstances are unique. Our role is not simply to treat a symptom or prescribe a medication, but to understand the bigger picture and work with you to make informed decisions about your health.
Why patients choose Dr Kretschmer
- Listening before making assumptions.
- Explaining rather than simply prescribing.
- Being honest when something needs further investigation.
- Taking the time to understand the person, not just the problem.
- Building long-term relationships rather than treating isolated episodes of illness.
Our Story
In 2005, Dr Wayne Kretschmer established Dr Kretschmer Associates, after gaining experience across hospital medicine, primary healthcare, emergency medicine and trauma — including as Senior Medical Officer at Bishop Lavis Community Health Centre and Clinical Manager at Elsies River Community Health Centre’s 24-hour Trauma Unit.
Since then, the practice has continued to grow, guided by ongoing training in family medicine, chronic disease management, hormonal health and more — and by a commitment to treating the whole person, not just the illness.
Whether you are visiting because you are unwell, managing an ongoing health concern, or simply want to take greater responsibility for your health, our aim is the same: to provide experienced, compassionate and individualised medical care, while building a long-term relationship based on trust.