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Health+ Team

Health+ Medical Doctor
Dr. Chanell Marthinussen.
Experience
5 Years
Qualification
General Practitioner BSc MBChB
HPCSA Registered
MP0889822
Location
Cape Town, South Africa

Dr. Chanell Marthinussen, a medical doctor and CEO of MyPocketHealth, a virtual care platform, is also the founder of The F-word women’s health platform. She graduated from Stellenbosch University with an MBChB, completing her internship at Paarl Hospital and community service at Mowbray Maternity. Her passion for women’s health drives her mission to educate females on reproductive health and menstrual hygiene. Dr. Marthinussen is dedicated to reducing teenage/unplanned pregnancies to empower women to finish school and make informed decisions about their futures. She is also the Chief Product Officer at Innohealth Technologies, a general practitioner at Innohealth Medical Centre in Tygervalley, and a mom, wife, feminist, and entrepreneur.

Health+ Dietitian
Melissa Bosch.
Experience
5 Years
Qualification
M.Sc. Dietetics (Hons)
HPCSA Registered
DT0055751
Location
Cape Town, South Africa

Melissa has a Masters in Therapeutic Nutrition and a Bachelor of Science degree in Dietetics, including honours. With a profound understanding of nutrition and a holistic approach to client management, she brings valuable expertise to her practice. Beyond healthcare, Melissa is the owner of Cookalot, a nutrition company that specialises in crafting customised meals to fulfil the individual needs of each client.

Health+ Clinical Psychologist
Candice Cowen.
Experience
10 Years
Qualification
MA Clinical Psychology
HPCSA Registered
PS0123668
Location
Johannesburg, South Africa

Candice is a clinical psychologist practising in Johannesburg, South Africa. With a primary focus on utilising Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she offers specialised support to individuals grappling with emotionally based disorders, such as anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, chronic pain, and the complexities of infertility, including ante and postnatal depression. Candice is passionate about equipping her clients and their families with the necessary tools to proactively manage their mental health challenges in a healthy and constructive manner, believing firmly in the transformative power of proactive intervention and support.

Health+ Paediatrician
Prof. Claudia Gray.
Experience
28 Years
Qualification
MSc (Pharmacology, Univ Surrey), PhD (Paediatric allergy, UCT), DipAllergy
Year Qualified
1996
HPCSA Registered
MP 0470961
Location
Cape Town, South Africa

Dr. Claudia Gray is a distinguished Paediatrician with specialized expertise in allergy and pharmacology. Based in Cape Town, South Africa, she leads the thriving Kids Allergy Centre, a renowned clinic for paediatrics and allergies. Alongside, Dr. Gray holds the prestigious role of Paediatric Allergy Specialist at the Red Cross Children's Hospital and serves as an Associate Professor of Paediatrics at the University of Cape Town.

Health+ Women’s Specialist
Chelsea Hornby.
Founder and CEO of Elle International
Experience
8 Years
Location
Cape Town, South Africa

Chelsea Anne Hornby is a trailblazer in the realms of business, marketing, entrepreneurship, and women empowerment. As the Founder and CEO of Elle International, her commitment to women’s health has earned her recognition and accolades, making her a sought-after leader in the industry. Her transformative journey began in Johannesburg, where she cultivated her entrepreneurial spirit. With degrees in Business Management, Communications, and Public Relations, Chelsea set the stage for the beginnings of a remarkable career. With a career punctuated by various accolades, Chelsea’s impact extends far beyond her business acumen. She has touched the lives of tens of thousands of women across Sub-Saharan Africa providing education on women’s health and championing sustainable solutions. Chelsea’s story is a remarkable one.

Health+ Movement Coach
Cleavin Wong.
Experience
5 Years
Qualification
Personal Trainer
Location
Cape Town, South Africa

Cleavin Wong is passionate about helping individuals become the strongest version of themselves through daily habits and actions. He takes a comprehensive approach to health and fitness, focusing on nutrition, physical, and mental training to build sustainable habits and unlock potential. With experience in group instruction, corporate wellness, and one-on-one training, Cleavin has successfully coached diverse clients, from athletes to busy professionals, CEO’s and stay-at-home moms. Currently, he coaches strength, conditioning, and martial arts at Madfit MMA in South Africa and serves international clients through his online platform, First Athletica.

Health+ Endocrinologist
Dr. Elmo Pretorius.
Experience
9 Years
Qualification
MB,ChB (Stell), MMed(Int)(Stell), MPhil(Endo)(Stell), FCP(SA), Cert Endocrinology & Metabolism (SA) Phys
HPCSA Registered
MP0658553
Location
Cape Town, South Africa

Dr Elmo Pretorius practices full-time as a physician and endocrinologist at Mediclinic Vergelegen in Somerset West. He did both his undergraduate and postgraduate training at Stellenbosch University. His practice focuses on endocrine and metabolic disease, with a specific interest in cardiometabolic medicine. He however remains an active hospitalist in general internal medicine. He is a strong advocate for healthy living as the primary treatment for metabolic disease and has a passion to enable patients to improve their health through lifestyle changes.

Health+ Endocrinologist
Dr. Hilton Kaplan.
Experience
50 Years
Qualification
MB.BCh.(Rand) FCP(SA) M.Med (UCT) Cert.Endocrinology and Metabolism
HPCSA Registered
MP0190390
Location
Cape Town, South Africa

Dr Hilton Kaplan is a consultant physician and endocrinologist. He has worked in private practice in Claremont, Cape Town for the past 37 years. He qualified at Wits University in 1976, completed his FCP training at Baragwanath Hospital and the Johannesburg General Hospital and did his postgraduate training in Endocrinology at the University of Cape Town/Groote Schuur Hospital where he also obtained an MMED (Int Med) and Certificate in Endocrinology and Metabolism. He attended an advanced Harvard endocrine post graduate course in Boston in 2002. His major interests are in general endocrinology, diabetes and metabolism, obesity, hypertension, preventative cardiovascular disease, and atherosclerosis. He is a consultant to the Cape Town Bariatric Clinic based at the Kingsbury hospital and is a senior faculty member of the Centres of Diabetes and Metabolism of South Africa. He has served as a product advisor to several Pharma companies and holds Honorariums from many of these as a lecturer and chairman for many academic meetings. Over the years Dr Kaplan took part as a primary investigator in several clinical trials. His practice is an accredited insulin pump centre, and he has done advanced training in constant glucose monitoring. He is a Life Member of the College of Medicine of South Africa.

Health+ Gynaecologist
Dr. Douglas Whistance.
Experience
3 Years
Qualification
Specialist Obstetrician/Gynaecologist
HPCSA Registered
MP0784001
Institution
New Somerset Hospital, Cape Town

My name is Dr Douglas Whistance. I have practiced exclusively in Women’s Health for about 10 years, with my interest for effective and safe healthcare for women long preceding that. I have spent the majority of my career working in State Practice in hospitals throughout South Africa where I have learnt the bulk of my practical skills while conducting research and doing teaching through the University of Cape Town. I also work in private practice with access to the latest in breakthroughs for Women’s Health. I believe in gathering and sharing information with my clients to enable us to tailor a decision together that will safely manage the condition or scenario in the best way possible for each individual.

What is a
360° Health Professional.

At AdeaHealth, we have revolutionised healthcare by introducing 360° doctors. A 360° doctor is a fully qualified medical professional trained to approach your health with a comprehensive, holistic philosophy, rather than relying solely on quick pharmacological fixes. By addressing the root cause of your condition, our 360° doctors provide thorough and effective care. Read More Working with this approach our clients get the best of both worlds and can see great improvements in their biomarkers, immunity, emotional health, mental fitness, and overall wellbeing after a few weeks. Our 360° doctors operate under core scientific fundamentals rather than the imposed one-size-fits-all approach developed in many cases by private and public institutions where financial interest may come before patients wellbeing. Read Less

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The easiest way to begin is by booking a free discovery call, where we discuss your health goals, explain how the programmes work, and guide you towards the most appropriate starting point.
Your health is your most valuable asset, and without addressing it proactively, small imbalances can progress over time; we typically recommend starting with Health+ Advanced for its comprehensive diagnostics and multidisciplinary approach, while alternative options are available depending on your budget, with our team guiding you to the most suitable starting point.
Pricing varies depending on the level of diagnostics and medical involvement, with programmes ranging from entry-level monthly coaching to comprehensive health optimisation packages, and full details available on each programme page.
AdeaHealth is designed to be globally accessible, with consultations delivered remotely and diagnostic testing completed through our network of accredited laboratories and partner clinics worldwide.
Not necessarily, but they are highly recommended; Coach+ can be completed without diagnostics, while Health+ programmes include testing to provide deeper insight and more targeted interventions.
Yes; flexible finance options are available within the UK through our partners, allowing you to spread the cost of programmes and diagnostics over monthly payments.
A standard health check identifies issues, risk factors, or underlying conditions, but does not resolve them; at AdeaHealth, diagnostics are only the starting point, combined with structured guidance over 6 months to reset imbalances, rebalance systems, and deliver measurable, lasting improvements.
No, many individuals have underlying imbalances without being aware of them, and our programmes are designed for both prevention and optimisation, ensuring there is always opportunity to improve how you feel, perform, and age.
AdeaHealth works with a broad range of individuals, from professionals, entrepreneurs, and performance-driven individuals seeking a deeper understanding of their health to improve energy, body composition, and overall performance, through to those focused on long-term wellbeing and longevity, including retirees and individuals simply wanting to function better for longer. What they all have in common is a desire to understand their body, take a proactive approach, and move beyond surface-level health.
Your health directly determines how you feel, function, and perform every day, not just in the future. Most chronic conditions develop silently, so by the time symptoms appear, dysfunction is already present. Taking a proactive approach allows you to correct issues early, improving energy, focus, physical performance, and recovery, while reducing your risk of long-term disease. Ultimately, it's about taking control so you can function better, feel better, and look better.
You will be charged at enrolment or according to your selected payment plan, while Coach+ operates as a monthly subscription billed at the start of each cycle.
This depends on the programme; some include diagnostics, while others list them separately, but all costs are clearly outlined upfront for full transparency.
Yes; payments can be made by credit card, debit card, or bank transfer, depending on your preference.
Once testing or programme services have commenced, fees are generally non-refundable, as resources and clinical processes are already underway; full details are available in our Terms & Conditions.
Yes; Coach+ operates on a flexible monthly basis, allowing you to cancel at any time before your next billing cycle.
Our Health+ coaches are qualified health professionals who work alongside our medical team, translating complex diagnostics into practical strategies you can actually follow, less theory, more implementation.
Think of it as an extended team; you have access to a global network of over 10,000 healthcare professionals and institutions, so if you need a specialist, you're already connected.
Yes, once your initial assessments are complete, your programme moves with you, so whether you travel frequently or relocate, your support stays consistent.
Yes, but we'll tailor everything accordingly, simply let your Health+ Coach know so your programme is adapted safely and appropriately.
AdeaHealth is not an emergency service, so if something urgent comes up, your first step should always be your local healthcare provider.
We operate globally, with a presence across the UK, US, Spain, South Africa, and the UAE, supported by a network of partner clinics and laboratories.
We welcome feedback, the good and the constructive, simply contact us at [email protected] and our team will respond promptly.
Not in the traditional sense; we combine medical expertise, advanced diagnostics, and coaching into structured programmes designed to optimise your health, not just react to symptoms.
Your data is handled with strict privacy and security standards, and is only shared with authorised professionals directly involved in your care.
AdeaHealth was built by healthcare professionals, scientists, and entrepreneurs who saw the gap between reactive medicine and proactive health, and decided to do something about it.
Yes, many clients start with one programme and move up as they want deeper insight or more support; your programme evolves with you.
You don't need to as each programme is designed as a complete pathway, but you can move between them as your needs change.
Once your consultations and results are in, your personalised plan is delivered shortly after, timing depends mainly on lab turnaround.
Your coach continuously reviews and adjusts your strategy, so if something is not working, we refine it, and if needed, we go deeper with additional testing or specialist input.
Most consultations are done remotely via secure video calls, making it easy to stay consistent wherever you are.
Results vary, but most clients see measurable improvements in how their body functions. By restoring metabolic, hormonal, and digestive balance, we improve nutrient absorption, energy production, and blood glucose control, leading to better energy, body composition, sleep, recovery, and reduced inflammation. These changes extend to improved focus, mood, gut health, and overall performance, with results that are sustainable.
Typically, around 30–60 minutes of consultation time per month, alongside applying the recommendations in your day-to-day life. Starting a programme is about making small, consistent changes that compound over time — creating meaningful improvements with significant long-term upside.
No, the focus is on sustainable changes that fit your lifestyle, not rigid plans you cannot maintain. That said, to achieve meaningful results, the way you eat will need to change, this is guided and tailored to you, making it practical, realistic, and sustainable over time.
Yes. The approach goes beyond prevention by identifying early dysfunction across key systems and actively correcting it before it progresses into disease. Longevity is about improving how well your body functions over time, not just extending lifespan. By restoring balance, we improve energy production, reduce inflammation, optimise metabolic health, and build resilience. This lowers your risk of chronic conditions and can help reverse early dysfunction, allowing you to maintain performance, independence, and quality of life for longer.
Yes, you'll have access to a digital platform where you can view your reports, track progress, and stay connected with your coach.
Depending on your programme, testing can range from blood biomarkers and body composition to genetic, microbiome, and advanced imaging, all designed to give a complete picture, not just isolated data points.
Most results are ready within 5–14 days, depending on the test and laboratory.
In many cases, yes. If your results are recent, our team can review them and decide whether anything additional is needed.
Your results are reviewed by a multidisciplinary team who look at how everything connects, not just individual markers, to identify patterns and opportunities for optimisation.
Yes, testing is completed through accredited labs in your region, and we guide you through the entire process.
Depending on the programme, we can assess 150+ biomarkers across multiple systems, giving a far more complete understanding of your health.
Because health is interconnected, looking at one or two markers in isolation often misses the bigger picture.
Yes, everything is translated into a clear, structured report and explained to you, so it's practical, and not overwhelming.
Absolutely. Many physiological changes happen long before you feel them, which is exactly where early intervention becomes powerful.
Your results are shared with you directly, and as the platform evolves, everything will be accessible in one place.
Corporate+ delivers structured health programmes for organisations, combining diagnostics, medical input, and coaching to improve employee wellbeing and performance.
It goes beyond surface-level wellness and focuses on the underlying health drivers that directly impact energy, focus, and productivity.
Poor health shows up as low energy, reduced focus, and burnout — all of which directly affect performance and decision-making.
Programmes can be adapted to suit organisations of different sizes, and we'll tailor the structure to your team.
Yes, everything is tailored based on your workforce, priorities, and operational needs.
All data is handled in line with strict privacy and data protection standards.
A dedicated app is in development, but for now, everything is delivered digitally in a seamless and accessible way.
Yes. Poor health is a key driver of burnout, disengagement, and ultimately employee turnover. By improving energy, cognitive function, and overall wellbeing, employees are better able to perform, cope with stress, and stay engaged in their roles. This not only improves retention and workforce stability, but also contributes to measurable ROI, with employee wellbeing programmes shown to deliver up to a £5 return for every £1 invested.
Coach+ focuses on what actually moves the needle day-to-day, your habits, routines, and behaviours, but without going into diagnostics or medical testing. Health+ programmes take things further by layering in clinical insight and specialist input.
Coach+ is ideal if you want structure, accountability, and expert guidance, but aren't quite ready to dive into testing just yet.
Yes, most people don't join because something is "wrong," they join because they know they could be functioning better with the right structure and consistency.
We focus on the fundamentals that drive everything: nutrition, sleep, stress, movement, recovery, and the habits that tie it all together.
Around 30 minutes for your coaching session, but the real work happens in how you apply it day-to-day.
Absolutely. Many clients start here, build momentum, and then progress when they want deeper insight into what's happening internally.
We take a full view of your nutrition, sleep, stress, digestion, physical activity, medical history, and specific goals, and use that to build a strategy that actually fits your life.
Health+ Essential adds objective data into the mix, combining coaching with diagnostics and medical review so you're no longer guessing what's going on internally.
It's for individuals who want a clear baseline, understanding their biomarkers, biological age, and overall health profile before making targeted changes.
Because most imbalances don't announce themselves early, they develop quietly. A baseline allows you to catch and correct them before they become something bigger.
You'll get a clear picture of how your body is functioning, from biological age and body composition to key biomarkers alongside practical recommendations on what to do next.
Yes, many markers highlight early shifts in metabolism, nutrition, and inflammation long before symptoms appear.
Very much so. It's often used by individuals who want to stay ahead of their health, rather than react to it later.
Some continue with Coach+ for ongoing structure, while others move into Health+ Advanced to explore things more deeply.
Yes. Health+ Essential includes input from our medical team, who review your diagnostics alongside your coach. This ensures your programme is not based on assumptions, but on clinically informed data, giving you a clear, accurate, and structured path forward.
Health+ Advanced goes several layers deeper, incorporating genetic, microbiome, and performance data to understand not just what's happening, but why.
For those who want a comprehensive, data-driven understanding of their body across a structured six-month programme.
Because they reveal how your body uniquely responds to food, stress, training, and recovery, allowing for far more precise recommendations.
We don't look at results in isolation. The team connects patterns across systems to understand how everything interacts, rather than treating numbers individually.
Yes, everything is translated into clear, practical strategies across nutrition, training, and lifestyle.
They refine how you train, helping you improve strength, performance, and recovery based on how your body actually responds.
You can continue with Coach+ for consistency, or progress into Longevity+ if you want to focus more specifically on ageing and long-term optimisation.
The programme is delivered through a multidisciplinary team, including your Health+ Coach, medical doctor, nutrigenomic specialist, and fitness coach, with dedicated consultations across each to guide your programme.
Longevity+ shifts the focus toward how you age, looking at cellular health, mitochondrial function, energy systems, and long-term disease prevention in more detail.
Individuals who want to go beyond feeling better now and start influencing how they age, with a long-term focus on improving both the quality and length of life.
Biological age reflects how well your body is functioning, not just how many years you've lived. The good part? It's modifiable with the right interventions.
They interpret ageing patterns across your body and guide strategies to maintain function, performance, and long-term health.
A combination of targeted supplementation, recovery technologies, and behavioural strategies designed to support cellular and metabolic health between consultations.
Depending on your profile, this may include advanced imaging, cardiovascular scans, liver assessments, and AI-driven system analysis.
Not at all, while ageing is the lens, the outcome is better energy, sharper cognition, improved metabolic health, and reduced disease risk.
Longevity+ is delivered through a multidisciplinary team, including your Health+ Coach, medical doctor, nutrigenomic specialist, fitness coach, and longevity specialist, with dedicated consultations across each to guide your programme and long-term strategy.
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