About Us

OUR PURPOSE
To promote the highest standards of haematology practice and work towards the betterment of patients suffering from haematological disorders.

OUR VISION
To advance the understanding and treatment of blood disorders through education, and patient care.

OUR MISSION
Promoting innovative therapies, improving diagnostic techniques, and advocating for best practices that support patients and their families.

OUR VALUES
Collaboration
A belief in the power of collaboration and partnerships to advance the field of haematology, foster innovation, and improve patient outcomes.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion
A belief in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of haematology, including research, patient care, and workforce development.
Innovation
A commitment to fostering innovation and advancing the field of haematology through the development and implementation of new technologies, therapies and research approaches.
Compassion
A deep concern for the well-being of patients and a dedication to providing compassionate, patient-centred care.
Excellence
A commitment to excellence in all aspects of haematology, including patient care.
Integrity
A commitment to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards, including honesty, transparency and accountability.
Lifelong learning
A dedication to lifelong learning, professional development, and ongoing education to ensure the highest quality of care for patients and ongoing advancement of the field.


OUR GOALS
Supporting the next generation of Haematologists.
Providing and supporting education and training for healthcare professional to improve the diagnosis and management of blood disorders.
Improved access to quality healthcare services and treatment for people living with blood disorders.
Advocating for access to innovative therapies and specialised treatment for patients living with blood disorders.
Encouraging haematology research across Africa.

OUR PURPOSE
To promote the highest standards of haematology practice and work towards the betterment of patients suffering from haematological disorders.

OUR VISION
To advance the understanding and treatment of blood disorders through education, and patient care.

OUR MiSSiON
Promoting innovative therapies, improving diagnostic techniques, and advocating for best practices that support patients and their families.
- Collaboration: A belief in the power of collaboration and partnerships to advance the field of haematology, foster innovation, and improve patient outcomes.
- Compassion: A deep concern for the well-being of patients and a dedication to providing compassionate, patient-centred care.
- Diversity, equity, and inclusion: A belief in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of haematology, including research, patient care, and workforce development.
- Excellence: A commitment to excellence in all aspects of haematology, including patient care, research, education, and advocacy.
- Innovation: A commitment to fostering innovation and advancing the field of haematology through the development and implementation of new technologies, therapies, and research approaches.
- Integrity: A commitment to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards, including honesty, transparency, and accountability.
- Lifelong learning: A dedication to lifelong learning, professional development, and ongoing education to ensure the highest quality of care for patients and ongoing advancement of the field

OUR OBJECTIVES
- Supporting the next generation of Haematologists
- Improving quality of care
- Meetings and innovation education
- Advancing haematology research
- Development and implementation of a strategic plan.
- Diversification of funding sources.
- Development of leadership and staff capacity
- Adoption of digital technologies to improve patient outcomes
- Improved access to quality healthcare services and treatment

OUR VALUES
Collaboration: A belief in the power of collaboration and partnerships to advance the field of haematology, foster innovation, and improve patient outcomes.
Compassion: A deep concern for the well-being of patients and a dedication to providing Compassionate, patient-centred care.
Diversity, equity, and inclusion: A belief in the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of haematology, including research, patient care, and workforce development.
Excellence: A commitment to excellence in all aspects of haematology, including patient care, research, education, and advocacy.
Innovation: A commitment to fostering innovation and advancing the field of haematology through the development and implementation of new technologies, therapies, and research approaches.
Integrity: A commitment to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards, including honesty, transparency, and accountability.
Lifelong learning: A dedication to lifelong learning, professional development, and ongoing education to ensure the highest quality of care for patients and ongoing advancement of the field.
Executive Committee

Hannes Koornhof
Hannes is a Clinical Haematologist and stem cell transplant physician at Haemalife, a private Haematology unit in Kuils River, Cape Town. He believes in the strength of unity and collaboration.

Estelle Verburgh
Estelle is an Associate Professor in Clinical Haematology at the University of Cape Town. She promotes inter-centre and interdisciplinary research with direct clinical implications to promote best practice pathways.

Michael Cass
Michael is a clinical haematologist and stem cell transplant physician at Haemalife in Kuils River, Cape Town. His passion is facilitating access to innovative therapies for patients.

Sharlene Parasnath
Sharlene is Head of Clinical Haematology at Inkosi Albert Luthuli Central Hospital in KZN. She is passionate about making haematology services available to all South Africans.

Karen Gunther
Karen is a clinical haematologist and stem cell transplant physician who heads up “The Haemteam” Haematology unit in Johannesburg. Her aim is to build up excellence in haematology – with access for all patients to optimal therapy and compassionate holistic care.