Dr van der Merwe originally graduated in medicine in South Africa, and later emigrated to Australia.

Dr van der Merwe joined Warner Family Practice in July 2014, taking the opportunity to merge the Strathpine Family Health and Mother and Baby Hub with Warner Family Medical Practice. Dr van der Merwe has previous experience working in paediatrics, a special interest in women’s health, and is qualified for the insertion and removal of Mirenas.

Dr van der Merwe is now excepting new patients for Women's health and Menopause