
Become a PAN South Africa member today!
Unlock exclusive benefits, meet all CPD requirements, and access career-enhancing opportunities with our membership — all in one platform.

Passionate About Advancing Healthcare Through Nutrition?
PAN South Africa bridges the gap between healthy diets, planetary health, and medical nutrition education. Join a community where premium learning, professional resources, and impactful networking drive meaningful change in healthcare.
Why Choose PAN South Africa Membership?
Streamline your CPD requirements, access plant-based nutrition insights, and connect with South Africa’s top healthcare professionals. Our membership makes growth effortless with exclusive resources, career-boosting opportunities, and discounts on premier events.
Membership Benefits
Continuing Professional Development
Our membership includes the Journal Series serving 30 general and 6 ethical CPD points annually to fulfil all of your HPCSA requirements conveniently in one platform and in your own time.
Join a Professional Community
Become part of a dynamic network of South African doctors, dieticians, and healthcare professionals committed to improving health through nutrition. Network globally, regionally and locally.
Get Referrals Through our Database
Showcase your plant-based nutrition expertise in our Healthcare Professionals Database. Enhance your visibility and access to more patient referrals. Our members can apply to be a part of the Database at any time.
Unlock Exclusive Discounts
Access South African patient resources, plant-based recipe books, and delicious discounts on healthy plant-based food and meals from our exclusive membership partners.
We’ve got all of your Continuing Professional Development requirements covered
Claim up to 30 clinical points and 6 ethical points throughout the year!
As a member, you’ll unlock monthly journal articles focusing on nutrition, planetary health, and plant-based healthcare. Each article is recently published and offers 3 CPD points—accessible anytime for your convenience. Simply read the article and answer multiple-choice questions. PAN submits your points directly to the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA).

Choose the Right PAN South Africa Membership For You
Our South African membership options automatically unlock all free PANCO virtual platform features hosted by PAN International, aiming to advancing nutrition in global health systems. Join communities, download resources and enrol in premium courses online.
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Professional Membership
Designed for healthcare professionals, this membership meets all HPCSA & AHPCSA CPD requirements through access to monthly scientific articles on nutrition, planetary health, and lifestyle medicine.
South African Benefits:
Fulfil all HPCSA CPD requirements (30 general and six ethical annually).
Access monthly scientific articles for 3 CPD points each.
Join an exclusive community of healthcare experts on one platform.
Receive referrals through our Healthcare Professional Database.
Get discounts on conferences, events, and partner activities.
Stay updated with our monthly newsletter.
BONUS Global Benefits:
Free PANCO membership features hosted by PAN International.
Discover worldwide communities, events, projects, and learning opportunities.
Professional Membership (2024)
R900 billed annually
Equivalent to R75 per month
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Associate Membership
Don’t require CPD points? Health enthusiasts and other passionate professionals can unlock membership features without the added CPD activities.
Benefits:
Read monthly scientific articles, without the CPD points.
Join an exclusive community of healthcare experts on one platform.
Get discounts on conferences, events, and partner activities.
Stay up to date with our monthly newlsetter.
BONUS Global Benefits:
Free PANCO features membership hosted by PAN International.
Discover worldwide communities, events, projects, and learning opportunities.
Associate Membership (2024)
R540 billed annually
Equivalent to R45 per month
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Student Membership
Ideal for South African healthcare and medical students to access global opportunities, this membership provides access to resources and a global support network.
Benefits:
Gain access to diverse, student-focused resources and support.
Join the global PAN University student community.
Unlock funding for meals on campus with Green Food Experience.
Discover our Range of Exclusive Resources
Check out our frequently asked questions for quick answers and helpful insights!
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Simply select the membership plan that best suits your needs and follow the sign-up process.
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Members have access to webinars, workshops, research papers, case studies, and patient education materials.
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Membership fees are non-refundable; however, you may cancel your membership at any time.
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Yes, you can upgrade directly on the platform via the "About Membership" section, or contact support for assistance.