Jackpersad & Partners Inc strives for the best med ical care through strategic partnerships

JACKPERSAD & Partners Inc (JPI) boasts 19 operating branches and is one of the largest independent private radiology companies in KZN. The practice is 100% black-owned and has a staff complement of 380, with almost 75% being women.

JPI has earned an unrivalled reputation for outstanding patient care and is equipped with advanced imaging radiology technology, supported by hi-tech IT infrastructure.

“My introduction to Jackpersad & Partners Inc happened in my second year of articles at PKF. As per routine with audits, there are certain questionnaires that are required to be completed by those entrusted with governance; it was here that I was introduced to Dr BK Kassim, the then-finance director and now retired partner. This meeting turned out to be my first interview with the practice. Fresh out of articles and as a newly qualified chartered accountant, I joined the practice and was immediately handed the reins of financial manager.

“With much hand-holding from senior doctors, staff and engineers from GE and Axim, I was enabled to enhance my understanding of radiology and the specialised nature of the equipment. Fast-forward a couple a years, I was promoted to practice manager and can now even challenge engineers.

“My role in the practice spans from maintaining relationships with financiers, suppliers, auditors, directors and stakeholders. I am a member of various committees such as social and ethics, training, employment equity, audit committee and exco, while running my household together with my husband and being a mother to four kids under seven.”

“The recent Covid-19 pandemic, civil unrest and KZN floods negatively impacted the practice financially, as it did many businesses in South Africa. However, our doctors took the bold view to retain all staff, not enforce retrenchment and to personally suffer the financial loss. The future is not without challenges with NHI and corporatisation on the horizon; however, we are hopeful that we will bring you the best medical care through strategic partnerships.”

Amina Kadwa

Practice manager at Jackpersad & Partners Inc