The North Coast’s cardiac centre is here
Designed to meet the growing healthcare needs of the region, this modern development places specialised cardiac treatment within easy reach of thousands of families.
April 23, 2026 marked a landmark day in healthcare as Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital officially opened its highly anticipated Cardiac Wing.
Designed to meet the growing healthcare needs of the region, this modern development places specialised cardiac treatment within easy reach of thousands of families.
The launch welcomed about 120 general practitioners, leading specialists, and members of the Life Healthcare Executive team, celebrating a bold step forward in regional healthcare excellence.
Excellence in every beat
The new Cardiac Wing offers an integrated cardiac service featuring:
- CICU (Cardiac Intensive Care Unit) for specialised monitoring and recovery
- Cardiac Theatre for advanced surgical procedures
- Catheterisation Laboratory for diagnostics, angiograms, stenting and interventional cardiology
Healthcare where it matters most
Residents from the following communities will now benefit from cardiac services closer to home:
- Durban North
- Umhlanga
- Ballito
- Tongaat
- Phoenix
- Verulam
- KwaDukuza
- Entire North Coast corridor
The newly expanded Emergency Unit strengthens rapid response services, improves patient convenience, and enhances emergency treatment capabilities across the region.
A commitment to community wellness
This expansion demonstrates Life Healthcare’s commitment to investing in advanced medical care, reducing travel time for patients, and ensuring rapid access to specialist treatment when it matters most.
Stronger hearts. Stronger communities. Making life better for the communities we serve.
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