About Us

Medicine with a
human heart.

Dr. Monica's Family Practice was founded on a simple belief: that every person deserves a doctor who truly listens. We are a boutique family practice dedicated to building long-term, trusting relationships with our patients and their families.

Dr. Beghin

Meet Dr. Beghin

For Dr. Beghin, medicine has always been about more than treating illness — it's about showing up for people in their most vulnerable moments with skill, compassion, and calm confidence.

Her journey through both community and hospital medicine has shaped her into a well-rounded practitioner with a strong foundation in emergency care, paediatrics, chronic disease management, and acute medical treatment. Having worked in resource-limited public healthcare settings, Dr. Beghin developed a deep understanding of patient-centred care, adaptability, and evidence-based decision making under pressure.

Clinical Experience

During her time as a Medical Officer at Richmond Hospital from March 2023 to April 2024, she managed both inpatients and outpatients, with a strong focus on paediatric care. Her responsibilities extended across multiple disciplines, including obstetric, adult, psychiatric, and paediatric emergencies — experiences that strengthened her ability to remain composed and effective in high-pressure situations.

Prior to this, she completed her Community Service at Richmond Chest Hospital in 2022, where she cared for patients with both acute and chronic medical conditions. These experiences reinforced her passion for accessible, patient-centred care and preventative medicine.

Above all, Dr. Beghin believes healthcare should feel personal, respectful, and reassuring. She is passionate about building lasting relationships with patients and creating a practice environment where individuals and families feel heard, cared for, and confident in their treatment journey.

Advanced Qualifications & Certifications

  • Diploma in Emergency Medicine (DipPEC)
  • Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS)
  • Paediatric Life Support
  • Emergency Centre Training for Healthcare Practitioners
  • Integrated Management of Childhood Illnesses (IMCI)
  • Specialised Burns Training through Pietermaritzburg Burns Centre

Clinical skill set: intubation, central line placement, intercostal drain insertion, eFAST, and POCUS ultrasound assessment.

Practice Values

Compassionate Care

Every patient is treated as a whole person — with dignity, warmth, and genuine attention.

Family Centred

We care for individuals across every stage of life, from newborns to elders.

Holistic Approach

Mind, body, and spirit — we look beyond symptoms to understand the full picture.

Clinical Excellence

Grounded in evidence-based medicine, delivered with a personal touch.

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