PLASTIC & RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEON IN Somerset West
Fellowship-trained, European board-certified hand Surgeon with a special interest in peripheral nerve surgery.
Holistic, Personalised, Collaborative Care
expert care is closer than you think.
If you're experiencing hand pain, stiffness, numbness, or recovering from an injury, expert care is closer than you think.
At Skalpel, your recovery is in the hands of Dr. Jaco Kotzé, a fellowship-trained hand surgeon. He’s supported by a trusted team of specialists, all helping you heal with confidence, every step of the way.
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MBChB, Medicine
Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery
FC Plast Surg (SA)
Senior Hand Surgery Fellowship
Senior Hand Surgery Fellowship
PhD Candidate
Scar and keloid formation
“Hands in a sense are like faces: you can communicate with them, play an instrument or a sport, work, or show emotion and love. Everyone needs to use their hands in some way and it gives me great satisfaction to help patients with a functional disability.”
Dr Jaco Kotzé
The importance of choosing a fellowship-trained hand surgeon
Selecting a fellowship-trained hand surgeon means entrusting your care to a professional with advanced, specialised training in hand surgery.
Read MoreHand Surgeries
Carpal Tunnel Release
Surgical procedure to alleviate pressure on the median nerve in the wrist, relieving symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome.
Dupuytren’s Contracture Surgery
A procedure to release and straighten fingers affected by Dupuytren’s disease, improving hand function.
Arthritis Surgery
Joint preservation or replacement surgeries to reduce pain and improve mobility in arthritic hands.
Trigger Finger Release
A surgical intervention to resolve locking and pain caused by a thickened tendon sheath in the fingers or thumb.
De Quervain’s Tenosynovitis Release
A surgical procedure to release the tendon sheath constricting the tendons at the thumb side of the wrist, alleviating pain and restoring function.
Giant Cell Tumor of the Tendon Sheath
A benign, solid, slow-growing tumour from the tendon sheath, commonly found on the fingers or hand, can cause pain or limit movement. Treatment typically involves surgical excision to remove the tumour and restore function.
Carpal Bossing
A firm, immovable, bony prominence on the back of the wrist where the long hand bones meet the small wrist bones is often mistaken for a ganglion cyst. When symptomatic, treatment options include conservative measures such as splinting and activity modification or surgical removal if necessary.
Fracture Fixation
The repair and stabilization of broken bones in the hand, wrist, or forearm to restore proper alignment and function.
Tendon Repair and Reconstruction
Surgical procedures to mend or reconstruct torn or damaged hand or wrist tendons restore movement and functionality. Depending on the severity of the injury, this may involve suturing the tendon ends together or using tendon grafts or tendon transfers.
Peripheral Nerve Repair and Reconstruction
Procedures to repair damaged nerves, aiming to restore sensation or motor function in the hand.
Ganglion Cyst Excision
The removal of benign fluid-filled cysts from the hand or wrist to alleviate discomfort or functional impairment.
Replantation and Microsurgery
Advanced surgical techniques to reattach or reconstruct severed fingers or hands, restoring appearance and function.
Congenital Hand Deformity Correction
Procedures to improve functionality and appearance in children born with hand deformities.
Soft Tissue Reconstruction
Treatment for soft tissue injuries or hand defects often involves grafts or flaps to restore form and function.
Joint Fusion
The stabilisation of painful or unstable joints in the hand or wrist by fusing bones to provide relief.
Complex Regional Pain Syndrome (CRPS) Treatment
Comprehensive management strategies for chronic pain conditions affecting the hand, aiming to improve quality of life.
Soft Tissue Mass Excision
Surgical removal of benign or malignant masses, such as lipomas or fibromas, in hand alleviates symptoms and ensures proper diagnosis.
Nerve Compression Syndrome Treatment
Management of conditions like cubital tunnel syndrome or radial tunnel syndrome to relieve pressure on affected nerves and restore function.
Ligament Repair and Reconstruction
Surgical repair or reconstruction of torn or damaged ligaments in the hand or wrist to restore stability and function.
Nail Bed Conditions Treatment
Comprehensive care for various nail bed conditions, including injuries, infections, and deformities, to restore nail health and appearance.
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