“The HPCSA, together with the 12 Professional Boards under its ambit, is established to provide for control over the education, training, and registration for practicing of health professions registered under the Health Professions Act.”

Generally, the purpose of having your medical report or physical examinations submitted to HPCSA is to confirm that the medicals are provided by a medical professional who is on the board and registered with the Health Professions Council of SA.