About
Hendrik F. Breytenbach, MD brings a distinctly international background to family medicine in Templeton, California. He earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Stellenbosch University in South Africa in 1993. He completed his first residency at Kimberley Hospital in South Africa, then pursued a second residency in Family Medicine at Ventura County Medical Center in California from 1997 to 2000. He holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine and practices in both English and Afrikaans.
Dr. Breytenbach has spent more than 15 years caring for patients in the North County district. He served as Chief of Family Medicine at Twin Cities Hospital in 2007 and 2008, and sat on the Medical Executive Committee during that same period. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians. He focuses on hypertension, diabetes, weight management, and preventive care. His guiding philosophy is simple: to be a good coach to others, you have to play the game yourself. He practices healthy eating and regular exercise in his own life. Outside of medicine, he participates in medical missionary trips and enjoys tennis, golf, and camping.
Education & Training
Medical School
Stellenbosch University, Stellenbosch, Cape Province, South Africa — Doctorate of Medicine, 1993
Residency
Kimberley Hospital, Kimberley, South Africa (1993-1994); Ventura County Medical Center, Ventura, CA — Family Medicine (1997-2000)
Certifications
Languages
English, Afrikaans
Conditions Treated
Who is Dr. Breytenbach right for?
Dr. Breytenbach is a strong fit for adults seeking a long-term relationship with a dedicated family physician. Patients managing hypertension, type 2 diabetes, high cholesterol, or obesity benefit from his focused chronic disease approach. He works well with patients who value having their doctor personally present during any hospital stay at Twin Cities Community Hospital. Those who travel frequently also appreciate his ability to coordinate urgent care needs remotely.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Breytenbach focuses on hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol, obesity, and chronic disease management. He also emphasizes preventive care and works with patients on weight loss and wellness planning. His MDVIP-affiliated practice includes advanced health screenings and diagnostic testing that go beyond standard concierge care.
Yes, Dr. Breytenbach holds certification as a Diplomate of the American Board of Family Medicine. He completed his Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center and earned his medical degree from Stellenbosch University in South Africa.
Dr. Breytenbach earned his Doctorate of Medicine from Stellenbosch University in South Africa in 1993. He then completed a residency at Kimberley Hospital in South Africa, followed by a Family Medicine residency at Ventura County Medical Center in Ventura, California, from 1997 to 2000.
Yes. Dr. Breytenbach sees his patients personally at every appointment. You will not see a nurse practitioner or physician assistant in his place.
Yes. Dr. Breytenbach is the only board-certified family practice physician who personally manages his own patients' care at Twin Cities Community Hospital. He strongly believes that continuity of care during a hospital stay leads to better outcomes.
Dr. Breytenbach takes a team-based approach and believes that a good physician leads by example. He practices healthy eating and regular exercise himself. He develops a custom wellness plan for each patient and focuses on both prevention and active management of chronic conditions.
Dr. Breytenbach speaks both English and Afrikaans.
Yes. Dr. Breytenbach served as Chief of Family Medicine at Twin Cities Hospital in 2007 and 2008. He also served as a Member at Large on the Medical Executive Committee during that same period. He is a member of the American Academy of Family Physicians.
Yes. Dr. Breytenbach helps coordinate urgent care for patients who need medical attention while traveling. He works to connect patients with a local hospital, pharmacy, or doctor at their travel destination. Members have reached him while abroad and received timely assistance with prescriptions and care coordination.
Doctor profile last updated June 8, 2026