DEPUTY DIRECTOR: Dr Mpho Ratshikana-Moloko

Wits Centre for Palliative Care (WCPC) was established in 2011 following the successful implementation of
the N’doro project under the leadership of Dr Natalya Dinat.

N’doro is a Shona word meaning to heal. The N’doro model is based on the concept of healing. The N’doro
Model uses a comprehensive approach to palliative care. It runs from within the existing public health system
and    so    is    firmly    rooted    in    a    rights-based    approach    to    health    care    provision.    Healing    with    palliative    care    involves    
the    following    core    activities:    Pain and symptom control; Psychosocial support for the patient and families;
Spiritual care for the patient and families and bereavement support.

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MISSION

The WCPC has a  vision to provide equitable, quality palliative care for all.

OUR VALUES

Celebrate life:  Finding time to celebrate life
Accountable:    Respond to the needs and expectations of internal and external
                            stakeholders
Respect:            Respect, value and appreciate patients and colleagues
Equity:               Ensure equity of access to palliative care services to all
Excellence:        We strive for excellence in every aspect of our work
Ethical:               We aspire to maintain ethical and professional standards