Meet Our Team
Meet Dr. Lauren, Dr. Nadia, and Dr. Hannah, our dedicated chiropractors committed to enhancing your well-being. With a focus on holistic care, they provide personalized treatments to alleviate pain and improve your overall health. Discover how our team can support you on your wellness journey.
Meet Dr. Lauren
Lauren is dedicated to minimizing pain, expediting healing, and reinstating smooth movement and comfort promptly. She accomplishes these objectives through established hands-on chiropractic methods such as adjustments, joint mobilization, and soft tissue therapy. Every patient receives a personalized treatment plan tailored to their unique needs, ensuring the best possible path to rehabilitation. Lauren prioritizes her patients' health and long-term well-being above all else.
Get to know Dr. Lauren
Chiropractic Education
Dr Lauren qualified with a Master’s in Health Sciences: Chiropractic (with distinction) from the University of Johannesburg in 2021. She also attained her B. Tech (Chiropractic) from UJ with Distinction. Dr. Lauren attends numerous paediatric, sports and multi-disciplinary courses to keep her knowledge base at the top of the field. Lauren is a member of the Golden Key Honors Society.
Registrations
Lauren is registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA) and the Board of Health Care Funders (BHF). She is also a member of the Chiropractic Association of South Africa (CASA).
Fun Facts
When Lauren isn't looking after her patients, you can either find her in the kitchen cooking up a storm or in the park training her dogs - Frankie and Lula, who was recently adopted from the SPCA.
Meet Dr. Nadia
With a fervent passion for sports and family chiropractic, Dr. Nádia champions a holistic approach. Central to her philosophy is a belief in the body's inherent capacity for self-healing. She focuses on fostering comprehensive wellness by emphasizing movement, nutrition, and lifestyle. Dr. Nádia's commitment extends beyond mere treatment; she is dedicated to nurturing enduring health and vitality in her patients.
Get to know Dr. Nadia
Chiropractic Education
Dr. Nádia Afonso earned her Master's in Health Sciences: Chiropractic from the University of Johannesburg in 2023. Her mini dissertation delved into patient satisfaction at a Chiropractic Day Clinic in South Africa. While at the University of Johannesburg, she served as an official tutor, assisting 3rd and 4th-year students with chiropractic manipulation techniques, clinical chiropractic, and clinical diagnostics.
Registrations
Dr. Nádia is registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA), is a member of the Chiropractic Association of South Africa (CASA) and ChiroSport SA.
Fun Facts
Beyond her professional pursuits, Dr. Nádia finds joy in exercising, walking her two basset hounds, Franklin & Delilah. You can also find Nádia experimenting with new recipes in the kitchen.
Meet Dr. Hannah
Dr. Hannah brings a dynamic, whole-person perspective to chiropractic care, rooted in a deep respect for the body’s natural intelligence. Her work centers on helping individuals and families move better, live stronger, and function at their best. By integrating purposeful movement, mindful nutrition, and sustainable lifestyle habits, she supports long-term wellbeing rather than short-term fixes. Dr. Hannah is passionate about guiding her patients toward lasting resilience, energy, and a higher quality of life.
Get to know Dr. Hannah
Chiropractic Education
Dr. Hannah Mandelbaum earned her Master's in Health Sciences: Chiropractic from the University of Johannesburg, following her Bachelor's degree in the same field. During her studies, she served as a manager for a South African cycling team, and her dissertation focused on the prevalence of back pain among cyclists across various disciplines, showcasing her evident passion for cycling.
Registrations
Dr. Hannah is registered with the Allied Health Professions Council of South Africa (AHPCSA) and is a member of the Chiropractic Association of South Africa (CASA). She is also a licensed South African Cycling Team Manager.
Fun Facts
Hannah demonstrates a strong enthusiasm for an array of sports, including weight, swimming, competitive dancing, and water polo. Her deep appreciation for sushi is reflected by her proudly sporting a tattoo dedicated to it.
