How to check if a healthcare professional is registered with the HPCSA

To check if a healthcare professional is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), follow these steps:

  1. Visit the HPCSA Website: Go to the official website of the HPCSA at https://www.hpcsa.co.za/.
  2. Navigate to “Online Services”: Look for a section on the website that provides online services, which typically includes options for checking registrations and verifying healthcare professionals.
  3. Select “Check Registration” or “Verify Practitioner”: Click on the relevant option to access the registration verification tool.
  4. Enter the Required Information: You will usually be prompted to enter specific details about the healthcare professional you wish to verify. Commonly required information includes the professional’s full name, profession, and registration number.
  5. Submit the Query: After entering the necessary information, click on the “Submit” or “Search” button to initiate the search.
  6. Review the Results: The system will then display the results of the search, indicating whether the healthcare professional is registered with the HPCSA or not. You should see details such as the professional’s name, registration status, and registration number.