About Prof Adam Mahomed
Professor Mahomed is a Specialist Gastroenterologist and Hepatologist involved in the pre and post-care of liver transplant patients. He is currently the head of the Department of Internal Medicine at Charlotte Maxeke Johannesburg Academic Hospital.
- Registered with HPCSA
- Previous president of SAGES
- Head of internal medicine at CMJAH
- Previous head of gastroenterology and hepatology at CMJAH
- Active academic training of specialists and sub specialists
- Active in clinical trials
Clinical Focus
- Inflammatory Bowel Disease (Crohns Disease & Ulcerative Colitis)
- IV therapy
- EUS (endoscopic ultrasound)
- Hepatitis B & C
- Liver disease
- Inflammatory bowel disease
- Acid reflux disease
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- Chronic Liver Disease (Cirrhosis)
- Non-Invasive Testing Of Liver Disease With The Use Of Fibroscan.
Areas of Expertise
Gastroscopy
A gastroscopy is a procedure where a thin, flexible camera (endoscope) is passed through the mouth into the oesophagus, stomach, and first part of the small intestine. It allows your doctor to:
- Look for ulcers, inflammation, or bleeding
- Take biopsies (small tissue samples) if needed
- Treat conditions such as bleeding or narrowing
The procedure is usually done under sedation, so you won’t feel discomfort.
Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy uses a flexible camera passed through the rectum to examine the colon (large bowel). It helps detect and treat:
- Polyps (small growths that can become cancerous)
- Inflammation (colitis, Crohn’s disease)
- Bleeding, diverticulosis, or unexplained abdominal symptoms
Sedation is given to keep you comfortable.
Video Capsule Endoscopy
Capsule endoscopy is a noninvasive diagnostic procedure to visualize the inside of your digestive tract.
Endoscopic Ultrasound (EUS)
An endoscopic ultrasound combines endoscopy and ultrasound in one procedure. A special scope with an ultrasound probe is passed through the mouth into the stomach and small intestine. This allows your doctor to:
- Get detailed images of the digestive tract and nearby organs (pancreas, bile ducts, liver)
- Take fine-needle biopsies of deeper structures if needed
- Evaluate growths, stones, or tumours with precision
EUS is done under sedation for comfort.
Polypectomy
A polypectomy is the removal of polyps (small growths) during a colonoscopy. Most polyps are harmless, but some can develop into cancer over time. Removing them early prevents colorectal cancer and is a standard part of colonoscopy if polyps are found.
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy
PEG stands for percutaneous endoscopic gastrostomy, a procedure in which a flexible feeding tube is placed through the abdominal wall and into the stomach. PEG allows nutrition, fluids and/or medications to be put directly into the stomach, bypassing the mouth and esophagus.
Fibroscans
A FibroScan is a quick, painless test that measures how stiff or elastic your liver is. It uses ultrasound technology to check for scarring (fibrosis) or hardening (cirrhosis) of the liver. It is an alternative to a liver biopsy and is commonly used in conditions such as hepatitis, fatty liver disease, and alcohol-related liver damage.
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Practice Hours
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Fri: 8:30 - 2pm