Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
Why Did I Become A Doctor South Africa
Sandton Smile, Global Voice – Dr Mark Wertheimer on Orthodontics, Ethics & Leadership
In this episode, Dr Yash Naidoo speaks to one of South Africa’s most respected orthodontists — Dr Mark Wertheimer.
They explore:
• His path from childhood dental fear to global orthodontic leadership
• The realities of specialist training in South Africa
• The ethical crossroads facing modern dentistry
• Leadership insights from SASO, SADA, and beyond
• How commercial pressures are reshaping patient care
It’s a candid, thoughtful, and often humorous conversation that reveals what really lies behind the clinical smile — from Sandton to the world.
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