A Pioneer in South African Fertility Medicine
Dr Marienus Trouw is the founder and senior reproductive medicine specialist at PTA Fertility Centre. Since establishing the practice in 1999, he has dedicated his career to helping individuals and couples achieve their dream of parenthood through advanced reproductive technologies and compassionate, personalised care.
Education & Training
Dr Trouw completed his medical degree (MBChB) and Master of Medicine in Obstetrics and Gynaecology (MMed O&G) at the University of Pretoria. He subsequently obtained his Fellowship of the College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of South Africa — FCOG(SA) — demonstrating specialist-level expertise in women's reproductive health.
His passion for reproductive medicine led him to pursue further specialisation internationally. He obtained his Diploma in Reproductive Medicine at the renowned Catholic University of Leuven in Belgium, one of Europe's leading centres for fertility research and training. This was followed by additional training at fertility centres in Copenhagen, Denmark, where he gained exposure to Scandinavian approaches to assisted reproduction.
Academic Career
Beyond clinical practice, Dr Trouw has contributed significantly to academic medicine. He served as Academic Head of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Steve Biko Academic Hospital (University of Pretoria), where he mentored the next generation of specialists and contributed to advancing the field of reproductive medicine in South Africa.
Professional Contributions
Dr Trouw is a regular speaker at national and international medical congresses, presenting on topics including IVF outcomes, egg donation programmes, and advances in reproductive technology. His presentations have contributed to knowledge-sharing across the Southern African reproductive medicine community.
He is a member of SASREG (Southern African Society of Reproductive Medicine and Gynaecological Endoscopy), ESHRE (European Society of Human Reproduction and Embryology), and the HPCSA (Health Professions Council of South Africa).
Clinical Expertise
With over 25 years of dedicated fertility practice, Dr Trouw's areas of special interest include:
- In Vitro Fertilisation (IVF) and ICSI
- Egg donation programmes (established since 1999)
- Fertility preservation and egg freezing
- Recurrent implantation failure
- Complex fertility cases
- International patient management
- Pre-implantation genetic diagnosis (PGD)
Philosophy of Care
Dr Trouw believes that fertility treatment should be a partnership between doctor and patient. He takes time to understand each patient's unique circumstances, explains treatment options clearly, and provides honest guidance about expected outcomes. His approach combines scientific rigour with genuine empathy — understanding that behind every treatment cycle is a deeply personal hope for a family.