Dr. Skelton is an experienced and compassionate endocrinologist with a special interest in the management of all forms of diabetes, osteoporosis, hyperthyroidism (overactive), hyperparathyroidism and endocrine assessments for bariatric (gastric bypass) surgery. She also provides gender-affirming endocrine care. She trained at U.C.T (Specialist Physician, diploma in Obstetrics, Endocrinologist) and has been working solely in the field of endocrinology for over a decade. She regularly gives talks, sits on several drug advisory boards and is the lead author on a chapter in both the South African Diabetes Guidelines and the South African Obesity Guidelines. She has been published in Diabetalogia (January 2024), a prestigious international diabetes journal.
Based exclusively at Busamed Gateway Private Hospital, Dr Skelton is committed to delivering evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s unique needs. With a strong focus on preventative medicine, patient education and long-term health outcomes, Dr. Skelton supports individuals in navigating complex hormonal conditions with clarity and confidence. She is part of a multi-disciplinary team on the 4th floor medical centre, sharing rooms with a foot and ankle surgeon, specialist diabetes nurse, registered dietician and a podiatrist.
She works closely with general practitioners, surgeons, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated care, especially in areas such as diabetes and osteoporosis and pre-/post-operative endocrine evaluation for weight-loss and parathyroid surgery.
