Dr. Paul Scholtz Awarded Prestigious EDGAR Diploma — A First for Africa

Morton & Partners proudly congratulates Dr. Paul Scholtz on being awarded the ESGAR Diploma in Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (EDGAR) — a rare and highly respected international qualification recognising advanced expertise in abdominal imaging. Dr. Scholtz is the first radiologist in Africa to receive this accolade, joining a select group of specialists worldwide.

Awarded by the European Society of Gastrointestinal and Abdominal Radiology (ESGAR), the EDGAR diploma reflects a high level of professional experience, academic engagement, and clinical excellence in gastrointestinal and abdominal radiology. It is one of the most rigorous and prestigious benchmarks in the field.

Dr. Scholtz, a Partner at Morton & Partners and a recognised expert in abdominal and pelvic imaging, holds a Fellowship in Abdominal Imaging from the University of Toronto. He is also the current Chairperson of the Oncology Imaging Society of South Africa (OISSA). His clinical interests include hepato-pancreatico-biliary imaging and oncologic imaging, and he has presented research at several international conferences.

Reflecting on the achievement, Dr. Scholtz shared:
“It’s an honour to be the first in Africa to receive the EDGAR diploma. This certification represents years of dedication to gastrointestinal and abdominal radiology, and I hope it helps pave the way for others in our region to pursue international recognition and thought leadership in this field.”

He added, “I’m especially grateful to my colleagues and the Morton & Partners team for their support throughout this journey. Their encouragement and collaboration made it possible for me to pursue this goal.”

Dr. Scholtz’s achievement underscores his leadership in the field and reaffirms Morton & Partners’ commitment to maintaining the highest standards in diagnostic radiology.

Learn more about the EDGAR qualification at esgar.org/diploma.